As the temperatures are rising, hemlines are dropping. Designers from Christian Dior to Michael Kors offered up new takes on Bermuda shorts to keep us cool and covered this season, and the silhouettes are anything but frumpy. The classic knee-length trousers were reimagined in leather at Adam Lippes, paired up in a matching summer suit at Tibi and transformed into a culotte-Bermuda hybrid at J.Crew.
If you want to dress up your shorts, take a cue from Emilia Wickstead’s playbook and pair them with structured tunic and heels for business casual Fridays in the office. Or sport your new shorts with ankle boots and a T-shirt for summer concerts, Dior style. The possibilities are endless.
To shop the best Bermuda shorts of the season, click on the gallery below.
Bermuda Shorts Spring 2015
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J.Crew
A pair of heels will instantly elevate gym-style Bermuda shorts.
Collection Mesh Eyelet Short, $158 at J.Crew
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MICHAEL Michael Kors
Tailored white Bermudas worn with a white blazer will be your new workwear uniform this summer.
Slim Bermuda Shorts, $89.50 at Nordstrom
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Diani
If a slim fit isn't your jam, loosen things up with a pair of shorts that teeter between Bermudas and culottes.
Shaina Mote Garendo Short, $345 at Diani Boutique
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See By Chloe
A slouchy T-shirt and a pair of contrasting heels will punch up orange Bermudas.
Side Pockets Bermuda Shorts, $135.38 at Farfetch
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Joe's Jeans
Keep things simple with a white button-down and brown penny loafers.
Finn Denim Bermuda Shorts, $148 at Nordstrom
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Emporio Armani
For date night, wear these cobalt Bermudas with a printed blouse and strappy sandals.
Bermuda Short, $357 at Emporio Armani
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Vince Camuto
If you want to get the most mileage out of your Bermudas, invest in a black pair that can blend in at just about any event.
Soft Bermuda Shorts, $44.49 at Nordstrom
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H&M
But if you do opt for cream or white Bermudas, double check yourself in a floor-length mirror before you buy them. They should be double lined from the waistband to the cuff.
Bermuda Shorts, $49.95 at H&M
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LOFT
Punk up classic Bermudas with a graphic T-shirt, a distressed jean jacket and a pair of Chucks.
Skinny Bermuda Shorts, $49.50 at LOFT
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Navabi
Pair with a V-neck tee, a leather jacket and summer flats for a low-key brunch with the girls.
Linen Blend Bermuda Shorts, $151.10 at Navabi
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3.1 Phillip Lim
If your Bermudas hit just below your knee, heels are a must to elongate the legs.
Slim Bermuda Shorts, $237 at Saks
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Theory
Headed sightseeing on vacation? Throw on a pair of Bermudas with a crisp, white button-down and a pair of slip-ons for easy walking.
Thanella Bermuda Shorts, $190 at Bergdorf Goodman
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Forever 21 Plus
A high-waisted pair of Bermuda shorts beg to be worn with a crop top.
Woven Bermuda Shorts, $19.90 at Forever 21
