Something to know about me is that I’m obsessed with denim shorts. Whether it’s at the beach as my bathing suit cover-up of choice, on a night out with strappy sandals and a tee, or on a lazy Sunday with a hoodie and sneakers, I am, you could say, a big jorts girl—this should make complete sense if you know about my true love of jeans.
As such, it was my pleasure to scour the web this week to narrow down the main trends worth knowing (and buying into) in the category for this summer. And after doing so, I must say that I’m quite pleased with the results: three trends that have you covered no matter your style or scenario. From a polished take to a less-revealing and more cool-girl version to an oldie but goodie, see what they are and shop my picks for each one below.
Belted
Starting off with my personal favorite of the bunch, belted denim shorts are the polished (and waist-accentuating) version we all need in our wardrobes.
Shop belted denim shorts
Available in sizes 26 to 30.
Available in sizes 0 to 8.
Available in sizes S to L.
Available in sizes S to L.
Available in sizes 12 to 20.
Available in sizes XS to L.
Available in sizes 24 to 32.
Available in sizes 24 to 32.
Bermuda
Much like the bubbling bike short trend, when it comes to denim shorts, the longer Bermuda lengths are really having a moment right now.
Shop Bermuda denim shorts
Available in sizes 14 to 24.
Available in sizes XXS to M.
Available in sizes 16 to 24.
Available in sizes 23 to 31.
Available in sizes 24 to 28.
Available in sizes 24 to 32.
Available in sizes 23 to 28.
Available in sizes 23 to 30.
Vintage-Inspired
We can all breathe easy because everyone’s favorite go-to, high-waisted cutoffs, are still very much at the top of the pack this season.
Shop vintage-inspired denim shorts
Available in sizes 24 to 30.
Available in sizes 00 to 24.
Available in sizes 24 to 32.
Available in sizes 24 to 32.
Available in sizes 24 to 30.
Available in sizes 14 to 24.
Available in sizes 23 to 30.
Available in sizes 23 to 30.
Now that you’ve got the denim short trends down, see what’s trending in the lingerie world these days.
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Bermuda Shorts, Bloomers, and Cutoffs, Begone—Expert Dressers Only Care About These Elegant Shorts*The* shorts of the summer.
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I'm Manifesting Chic Summer Outfits—25 Affordable and Stylish Walmart Deals That Fit the BillJust about everything is under $25.
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Everyone in Los Angeles Knows This Shoe Trend Makes Denim Shorts Look Way CoolerDenim shorts never looked so good.
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I'm 5'2" and Hate Baggy Jeans on Me—28 Pants, Skirts, and Shorts I'd Wear InsteadPetite women, listen up.
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So Many Celeb-Loved Jeans Are On Major Sale RN—These 29 Are the StandoutsLevi's 501s: a Hollywood go-to.
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From Pretty Satin to Cute Crochet, These Are the Shorts to Be Seen in This SummerTrending styles for every budget.
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Believe Me—You'll Still Want These 36 Items in 2026 (and '27 and '28)Timeless with a capital T.
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25 Criminally Good Madewell Sale Finds That Fashion People Are Adding to Their CartsUp to 60% off? Yes, please!
