If summer had a uniform, it would undoubtedly be shorts and tees. Dresses, rompers and capris are great for braving the unrelenting heat and humidity as well, but there’s something particularly satisfying about a great pair of cut-offs, combined with an effortless t-shirt, that signifies warm-weather style at its best and simplest.
Get inspired by our roundup of no-fail outfits you can wear during the season’s hottest days, whether you’re dressing for work or play.
1. Knee-Deep in Style
If you’d like to keep cool without revealing too much leg, opt for thigh-grazing Bermuda-length shorts with a sleek longline silhouette. When coupled with a sequin tee, you’ll create an enviable ensemble that’s just as suitable for the office as it is for brunch with friends.
![Sequin Tee & Bermuda Shorts](http://laurablog.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Sequin-Tee_Bermuda-Shorts.jpg)
Melanie Lyne
Denim Bermuda Shorts
Melanie Lyne
2. Draw Them In
It’s hard to deny the ease of pull-on shorts with an elastic drawcord waist. When matched with a linen-blend tee, a breezy fit that extends to the middle of the thigh may be exactly what you need to stay stylishly comfortable on a sticky sun-filled day.
![Dotted Tee & Pull-On Shorts](http://laurablog.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Dotted-Tee_Pull-On-Shorts.jpg)
Melanie Lyne
Striped Pull-On Shorts
Melanie Lyne
3. Bring the Tropics to You
Dreaming of a sandy getaway? Experience the tropics wherever you are in light and airy shorts with an exotic palm leaf print. Tie your look together with a minimalist, solid-coloured tee in a complementing hue, and you’ll be ready for whatever the day has in store!
![Solid Tee & Tropical Shorts](http://laurablog.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Solid-Tee_Tropical-Shorts.jpg)
Melanie Lyne
Tropical Print Shorts
Melanie Lyne
4. Timeless in Tencel
Look ultra-fashionable while reducing your carbon footprint by slipping into sustainably-made Tencel shorts. Soft and smooth to the touch, you won’t regret inviting this eco-friendly fabric into your rotation. For added charm, throw on an embellished pineapple print tee.
![Pineapple Tee & Tencel Shorts](http://laurablog.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Pineapple-Tee_Tencel-Shorts.jpg)
Laura Plus
Pull-On Tencel Shorts
Laura Plus
5. Patched to Perfection
Long story short, patch pockets and rolled cuffs lend a laid-back feel to utilitarian-inspired cargo bottoms. All you need to infuse a touch of femininity into your outfit is a cotton-blend tee with delicate lace detailing and the understated elegance of an everyday summer staple.
![Lace Tee & Patch Pocket Shorts](http://laurablog.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Lace-Tee_Patch-Pocket-Shorts.jpg)
Laura Petites
Patch Pocket Shorts
Laura Petites
What’s your go-to t-shirt and shorts pairing? Let us know in the comments section below.
Love this issue. Really something that as an a young senior I can see myself wearing.
Every time I read one of Sarah’s posts I want to stop working and start shopping immediately. Great choice of shorts ,especially the striped pullons!