These Summer shorts that turned me into a shorts girl again! The tested styles I own & love that leave me feeling cool, confident and comfortable. Take a look and see if any of my go-to styles can fill a gap in your closet.
We’ve got this.
xo, Claire
**everything fits true to size unless noted
Linen shorts…that aren’t see through
- Athleta linen shorts have an incredible fit! Are much darker and more blue than in the stock picture but they’re gorgeous in person ~ also the matching top.
- & Marine Layer has been knocking it out of the park lately. This terry tee is a win for everyday or as a coverup ~ code SEEYOUSOON on a first order or FAVORITE1 on all ~& my bestselling seersucker dress too while you’re there (sized down to an xs)
- Kule stripe tote is still on repeat along with the Margaux buckle flats which are WAY easier than the wrap style, code HELLOMARGAUX on a first order
Pull on cotton poplin shorts…that just came out in a bandana print!
- Madewell shorts wearing my regular size but they’re on the smaller side so if in between or prefer looser shorts go up a size.
- Kule classic tee is an all year round staple & this poppy colorway has already got a lot of wear this Summer
- Sezane tote & Margaux flats…again!
- Hart & Dorsey necklace stack, Bauble Bar bracelet I wear daily and still looks new
Better than basic drawstring gingham shorts
- Could not love these Splendid shorts more in a goes with everything classic navy
- Found the jelly flats with a few sizes left! Thought they might be too large at first but after walking all day they’re great & have a cushioned footbed
- Madewell top so good I bought it twice in the new red/blue colorway
- Absolutely OBSESSED with this J.Crew tote, perfect for all things Americana Summer
Ten out of ten quilted shorts
- Loeffler Randall quilted shorts so good I bought them twice! (also the red gingham) Are a thick beautiful quality with an elastic waist drawstring, use code LRSUMMERCATALOG on a full price first order
- Alex Mill’s bestselling Taylor cardigan in a perfect for Summer vest…& find it here for fast free shipping.
- Clare V’s iconic pot bag going on 3 Summers and still looks new…and I do NOT save this for nights out! Is a great little bag to carry around during the day too.
- Beek slides are from last season but find newer arrival here
- Hart & Dorsey necklace stack, Bauble Bar bracelet I wear daily and still looks new
Coverup shorts that are fully lined for everyday wear
- ShopBop shorts run small, I sized up one. Are similar to this Tuckernucks skirt, code YOUROCK
- Minnow one piece swimsuits are a favorite! They’re a bit tight getting on but they hold you in and are somehow extremely comfortable at the same time. Wearing my regular size but if in between go up.
- Madewell x Melissa collab jelly flip flops remind me of the Ancient Greenk Sandals pair at a fraction of the price
- Loeffler Randall gingham tote is an everyday classic, also comes in a travel size. Code LRSUMMERCATALOG to save on a first, full price order
- Sardine sunglasses for an Americana Summer! Code CLAIRE15
- BaubeBar stud earrings I wear daily
Elevated and comfortable tailored shorts
- Sezane shorts have a tailored front with elastic waist band so extremely comfortable…& grab this tote while you’re there! Has been on heavy repeat and travels well.
- Varley knit top perfect for layering or wearing on it’s own, wearing an xs per their size chart ~ code HELLOVARLEY on my sunglasses too
- Sam Edelman woven flats fit true to size and walk all day comfortable
- Everyday BaubleBar & Bryan Anthony bracelet stack
Medium length denim shorts
- Not too short or long, the just right jean shorts to put on repeat all Summer (I’m 5’3″)
- How good is the color of these sneakers? And walk all day comfortable…with these no show socks.
- YES! Found my water resistant Naghedi tote bag 40% off
- And if you haven’t tried WNU boyfriend button downs they are top notch quality & fit… few sizes left in mine but more colors & fabrics, code LATELY10
Lined athleisure shorts for Summer walks & workouts
- Rhone shorts & water repellent jacket I’ve had on repeat since they arrived, the new pool blue color is also gorgeous! code CLAIRE20 to save on a first order…& this one and done dress too!
- Sardine sunglasses were just restocked! code CLAIRE15…also this check style just arrived and I’m obsessed.
- Sezane tote & keep by the back door Tkees flip flops
- Wish I bought this Ruggable welcome mat sooner! I have the large, code LATELY15
Unlined Seersucker shorts for a Summer on the go
- Shorts are sold out at Rhone but found the citron color in stock here! This entire collection is incredible, including the jacket ~ code CLAIRE20 on a first order
- I wear this performance tank for workouts and everyday, code YOUROCK
- Easy & lightweight Quince puffer tote & my running out the door Summer flip flops
Terry shorts that go beyond the pool
- Marine Layer terry shorts & top also comes in a dress. Code SEEYOUSOON on a first order or FAVORITE1 on all
- Sardine sunglasses everyone will ask you where you got, code CLAIRE15
- Have been so consistent with my skincare routine lately (see this post) so this Janessa Leone hat is worth the splurge. But this one is so cute and around $50
- Keep by the back door Tkees flip flops
Sweat shorts to feel comfortable AND confident
- Varley shorts come in tons of color options (mine are rose marl) so there’s something for everyone, wearing an xs per their size chart. Code HELLOVARLEY to save…also the matching sweatshirt
- Found my sneakers 20% off with size stocked. And yes, are walk out of the box comfortable
- Bestselling Marine Layer tee I now own in 3 colors, code SEEYOUSOON….& the classic stripe sweatshirt
Classic denim shorts
- Classic Agolde Parker shorts I’ve loved for years, sized up one for an easier fit
- J.Crew rollneck sweater is an icon for a reason! And in a fresh for Summer yellow colorway…slightly oversized so I did size down to an xs…and don’t miss these new arrival drawstring pants while you’re there!
- Anthropologie Espadrilles so good I own them in red too, fit true to size
- Have worn this Sezane tote multiple times a week since it arrived, even packing it in my suitcase for Spring Break
Easy cotton stripe shorts
- Minnow shorts are midweight cotton so high quality and a just right fit, code SUNSHINEAWAITS on a first order
- Boden Shopper Tote folds flat so it was perfect to take with me on Spring Break
- Our favorite Quince $50 cotton sweater is back for preorder! Also own and love the pink
- Varley Sunglasses are so fun yet very wearable, code HELLOVARLEY
Longer style denim shorts
- Size down one in Agolde denim shorts
- Freda Salvador flats are very worth it for the quality, fit & the unbelievable color options, code LATELY10
- Agua Bendita tote is now 30% off and just around $100. Gorgous print, wipe clean and very handy to have a shoulder straps AND a top handle
- Boden cotton cardigan worn as a top
