Bored of throwing on the same denim cutoffs every summer? Us too. Although they’re a classic warm weather go-to, we think it’s time to think more creatively about what to wear on your lower half when temperature start to climb. Whether you’re looking for something chic to wear to the office, something fun and flirty for a party, or something easy to pack for weekends at the beach, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite skirts and shorts that will keep you looking crisp and feeling cool, no matter how hot it gets. We even included a few pairs of denim shorts—but these are really good ones, we promise! Think sophisticated proportions and unexpected washes. Scroll through for all of our picks and consider your wardrobe upgraded.
Tailored Skirts
Lace-Trimmed Pinstriped Wool Midi Skirt
Balenciaga
Satin-Trimmed Wool Skirt
Saint Laurent
Broderie Anglaise Skirt
Bottega Veneta
Smith Crepe Midi Skirt
Staud
Metallic Cotton-Blend Jacquard Midi Skirt
Dries Van Noten
Patent Leather-Trimmed Mohair and Wool-Blend Midi Skirt
Gucci
Denim Skirts
Denim Midi Skirt
Alaïa
Flared Denim Maxi Skirt
Burberry
Mini Skirt in Dark Union Wash Denim
Celine
Mini Skirt in Selvedge Denim
Prada
Evergreen Denim Midi Skirt
Y/Project
Rinsed Denim Maxi Skirt
Ganni
Bubble Skirts
Bubbly Poplin Skirt
Aritzia
Balu Cotton Bubble Maxi Skirt
Siedrés
Belle Pleated Tiered Cotton Midi Skirt
Sea
Technical Nylon Skirt
Proenza Schouler
Balloon Skirt
Belle
Ruched Silk Mini Skirt
Tory Burch
Slip Skirts
Hobble Skirt in Silk Georgette
Celine
Gwyneth Slip Skirt
J.Crew
Silk Chiffon Midi Skirt
Miu Miu
Printed Polka-Dot Stretch-Silk Midi Skirt
Dolce & Gabbana
Lace Trim Silk Skirt
Saint Laurent
Satin Crepe and Lace Midi-Skirt
Prada
Mini Skirts & Shorts
Meelar Paneled Woven Mini Skirt
Khaite
Wool-Blend Mini Skirt
Shushu/Tong
Holly Skirt in Butter
Sandy Liang
Chino Shorts
Miu Miu
Riveted Tailor Shorts
Dion Lee
Wool Shorts
Gucci
Office Friendly Shorts
Striped Wool Shorts
Bottega Veneta
Pleated Cotton-Twill Shorts
Carven
Gabardine Shorts
Prada
Exclusive Hana High-Rise Woven Shorts
The Frankie Shop
Wool-Twill Shorts
Wardrobe.Nyc
Pleated Organic Cotton-Twill Shorts
Toteme
Denim Shorts
Nolan Denim Shorts
Agolde
Horsebit Denim Shorts
Gucci
Denim Shorts
Prada
Buckle-Detail Cropped Jeans
Coperni
Twisted Cotton Bermuda Shorts
JW Anderson
Frayed Distressed Denim Shorts
Acne Studios
Lounge Shorts
Giada Bow Shorts in Burgundy
Fidan Novruzova
April Plissé Shorts
Pleats Please Issey Miyake
Triomphe Mini Shorts in Cotton and Cashmere
Celine
Loose Short
Skims
Monogram Silk Satin Pajama Shorts
Toteme
Stanton Shorts in Cotton
The Row