First comes the spring thaw, then come the days that are actually warm enough to show a little skin. And since, after a long winter, your legs could probably use some sun, here are 10 great pairs of shorts to keep your warm-weather style from disappearing to the back of your closet along with that winter coat.
Olebar Brown
Dane Striped Cotton Seersucker Shorts
Whether it’s trousers, a blazer, or a great pair of shorts, seersucker is the official fabric of spring and summer.
$245, mrporter.com
Dolce & Gabbana
Slim-Fit Polka-Dot Stretch-Cotton Twill Shorts
A great way to add a little zip to your warm-weather style.
$595, mrporter.com
Gucci
Appliqued Cotton-Gabardine Shorts
Of course, if you really want to go for it, how about a roaring tiger?
$750, matchesfashion.com
Prada
Zip-Detailed Gingham Wool-Blend Shorts
Believe it or not, lightweight wool is actually an excellent summer fabric.
$670, mrporter.com
J. Crew
9″ Short In Sea Creature Print
Bold prints are big this season with both shirts and shorts. (Just don’t wear them together.)
$75, jcrew.com
Club Monaco
Baxter Chambray Short
Chambray is a stylishly subtle way to add some visual texture to your look.
$89.50, clubmonaco.com
Saturdays NYC
Gurkha Pleated Shorts
It’s a slightly more fashion forward look, but done right—say, with a loose cropped tee or a boxy short-sleeve button-up—pleated shorts can really amp up your summer style.
$135, saturdaysnyc.com
Outerknown
Shibui Organic Cotton Shorts
Why not try some shorts that look great and also go easy on the environment?
$65, outerknown.com
Uniqlo
Chino Shorts
Sometimes all you need is a something simple.
$29.90, uniqlo.com
Nike
Tech Knit Shorts
When you’re looking for an athletic option.
$125, endclothing.com
SOURCE:http://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/advice/g3307/best-shorts-spring-summer/
