Now that we’ve reached the end of July, summer’s dominant trends have made their way off of the runways and into the streets. When it comes to the shorts, the buzzword is Bermudas. Vogue’s senior fashion news editor, Laia Garcia-Furtado, first noticed the knee-length style trending on a May visit to Australian Fashion Week, remarking that “the Aussie girls really love” them. American girls, it seems, have followed suit. Bermuda shorts walked the runways at Miu Miu and Dries Van Noten, and have since become an unmissable summer staple.
Vogue’s Favorite Bermuda Shorts
More comfortable and cooler than a pair of trousers in the heat, but still appropriate enough for most offices, Bermuda shorts might just be the missing link in your summer wardrobe. Bermuda shorts bring a level of contrast to a variety of looks. As Garcia-Furtado noted in her piece, “the secret is to wear them a little big so that they more closely resemble nu-metal pants…this way the silhouette is more akin to a proper skirt, which makes them even more subversive with a little heel or an extra femme-y flat.”
There are lots of ways, subversive and not, to rock Bermuda shorts this summer. If you need a few ideas, look no further than our styling guide below.
The Pleated Bermuda With a Fitted Tank
Balance out the boyish shape of a pleated pair of Bermuda shorts with a slim tank top and knit ballerinas.
The Workwear Staple With a Coordinating Blazer
Pair gray wool Bermudas with a matching jacket for a twisted take on the tomboy suit.
The Denim Bermuda With Calf-Length Cowboy Boots
Long, light denim Bermudas take on a new personality when worn with a sharp pair of boots and a simple button down shirt.
The Relaxed Board Short With a Pinstripe Button-Down
Take a page from Miu Miu’s Spring 2024 show by mixing board shorts with preppy shirting and loafers.
The Fitted Bermuda Short With a Sleeveless Knit
A classic pair of black Bermudas looks polished with a chic white knit and small, strappy kitten heel.
The Wide-Leg Pair With a Matching Oversized T-Shirt
Pair voluminous shorts with an oversized white T-shirt and minimalist accessories for a modern look.
The Cargo Short With a Tube Top and Retro Sneakers
Contrast cargo Bermudas with a strapless top, bright sneakers, and a pair of oversized shades.
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