If you’re also summering in the UK, you’ll know that this run of heatwaves hasn’t made getting dressed much easier. When you’re trying to wear as little as possible whilst still looking polished, you may be struggling at this point. Your tanks and white tees are likely already on heavy rotation, but the denim shorts you’ve relied on for summers past are likely feeling a little less refined. Fortunately, the recent spell of warm weather has coincided with the rise of a fresh shorts trend that’s significantly more elegant than its predecessors.
Spotted just this week on Charlize Theron in Paris, the actor stepped out in a chic pair of satin shorts, styling them with towering silver heels for one of the chicest takes on heatwave styling I’ve come across.
Crafted from light-catching satin, this shorts trend brings an inherent elegance to a summer outfit that denim can’t replicate. The fluid finish gives the shorts a dressed-up feel, making them the perfect choice for warm-weather occasions when you want to look polished.
Whilst Charlize teamed hers with a glossy satin blouse in a beautiful butter-yellow hue and a neat black blazer, I’ve also spotted this particular shorts trend styled in much more relaxed ways by fashion people throughout the season.
It’s also one of those few trends that’s been adopted by a range of fashion groups. I’ve seen women in their 20s embracing the shorts just as much as those in their 50s. Offering easy elegance alongside the lightweight finish that heatwave dressing demands, it’s become one of the chicest warm-weather buys of the season.
If I had to recommend just one piece to invest in for comfort and style right now, satin shorts would be it. Keep scrolling to shop my edit of the best pairs below.
Shop Satin Shorts:
These elegant satin shorts also come in black and chocolate brown.
These also come in nine other shades.
The baby blue colour trend isn’t showing any signs of slowing down.
Wear these with heels to get Charlize’s look.
Is a light shade of cream, these are so easy to slot into a capsule wardrobe.
Style these with the matching blouse or pair with a simple tee.
The chocolate brown colour trend isn’t showing any signs of slowing down.
These are such a graceful alternative to denim shorts for the warmest months.
