Summer is here and the weather is truly getting hot. Although most days I just want to wake up and through on an easy dress and sandals, sometimes itÂ’s nice to mix things up. 
Especially in the summer when IÂ’m often more active outdoors, I love to wear shorts. This summer, there are tons of new shorts styles being made by fashion houses that are cool and fresh for this yearÂ’s warmest months. Here are some new styles and tips on how to wear them:
1. Boyfriend Shorts. Back again for yet another summer, boyfriend shorts seem to be a trend thatÂ’s not going away. This seasonÂ’s boyfriend shorts keep the same classic shape: loose fitting and hit at the super flattering mid-thigh. But now, these shorts are being shown in more distressed styles. Look for rolled-up, torn, bleached, and paint splattered styles for a fun, relaxed weekend look.
2. Satin Shorts. This past year, dress shorts have been hugely popular. For a fun take on dress shorts, look for satin shorts in cool colors like light blue, dark blue, caramel brown, or off white. Satin shorts are typically made in a “bloomer” style. This means that these shorts have a fuller leg but are tighter and more fitted around the opening. Look for extra special satin sorts that are adorned with nice pockets, buttons, or other slight embellishments.
3. Silk Shorts. Another dress short option for summer. Silk shorts this summer are shown with full, flowy legs. They are often cut high and have an extremely relaxed, floaty fit. Look for these shorts in fun patterns or summer neutrals like tan and caramel.
4. Leather Shorts. Not for the faint of heart, leather shorts are making a big statement this summer. This is a very difficult trend to wear, but leather shorts can look so amazing if worn correctly. First of all, you donÂ’t need to shell out for real leather shorts, faux-leather will still allow you to get the look. If you are picking faux-leather, just make sure to pick a thick, dark colored fabric in order to most fully appear to be real leather. Try pairing your leather shorts with simple pieces, like a basic t-shirt or a blazer. By keeping the rest of the look relaxed, you can downplay the seriousness of leather shorts while upping your chic factor.
What do you think of these new shorts trends? Which would you wear?
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