The best men’s shorts for the summer of '24

• Fabrication: Silk twill blend
• Sizes: XS-XL
• Colours: Camel

To those unafraid of expressing the most fashionable sense of flair this summer season, Gucci is the go-to destination to provide it. Fused with house codes, these silk twill shorts draw the eye with their all-over GG monogram print, brilliantly illuminated through green and red 'Horsebit' motifs. Falling to the knee and housed by an elasticated waistband, they’re a serious style move – especially if paired with the matching shirt.

• Fabrication: Linen blend
• Sizes: 30-444
• Colours: Black, ecru, pink (+2 more)

Classic, well-crafted and affordable at once, Marks & Spencer’s latest addition to its shorts department is bound to serve you well this summer. Brought to life from a breathable blend of linen and cotton, they sit with a relaxed frame with a pleated front, hook bar fastening and seamless side pockets.

• Fabrication: Nylon blend
• Sizes: XXS-XXL
• Colours: Green

Whether you’ll soon be heading to the gym or wandering around a foreign destination, Fear of God’s latest shorts provide the practicality and style to see you through both. Recently released as part of the Californian brand’s Essentials range, this green design has been modelled off running uniforms with their loose straight-leg, and is built to withstand a bunch of elements through their finishing matte shell. Put simply, they’re a steal for the price.

• Fabrication: Denim
• Sizes: 28-38
• Colours: Black, beige, khaki (+1 more)

In the mood for denim this summer? Good news: the fabric looks excellent in short form, as proven by this pair from AllSaints. Clad in a washed black (a signature shade for the rock and roll-cued brand), this ‘Switch’ style has a slight vintage appearance and promises an effortless stance thanks to their raw hems and creased finishes. One final word: they're currently on sale, so be sure to add them to your basket before it’s too late.

• Fabrication: Silk
• Sizes: S-XL
• Colours: Green, blue

You can always count on Casablanca to serve the pieces for a truly decadent wardrobe, including shorts. As part of the Parisian brand’s Spring/Summer 2024 collection, this mid-length design is donned with a striking monogram print from the waist down and nicely contrasted with a wavy set of stripes above the hem. A colourful design enhanced by their pure silk construction, you won’t find a better pair for the poolside.

• Fabrication: Cotton blend
• Sizes: 28-38
• Colours: Stone, black, grey, navy (+3 more)

Among the many statement takes for SS24 there is, of course, always a place for those more classic short styles. Everlane's performance chino short is one such iteration we'll be adding to our rotation, boasting that oh-so-coveted blend of refinement and unrestricted comfort, care of a four-way stretch in the fabric, and sweat-wicking capabilities for those games of rounders in the park.

• Fabrication: Linen
• Sizes: XS-XL
• Colours: Navy

Crafted in Portugal from 100 per cent linen, Oliver Spencer’s latest ready-to-wear shorts are the perfect cooling companion for hotter days. Covered in a timeless navy shade and structured to fall with a straight-leg, they’re topped with a single button fastening and feature two discreet pockets at the sides. We suggest styling them with a white vest and unbuttoned bowling shirt to elevate their easygoing appeal.

• Fabrication: Organic cotton blend
• Sizes: 44-54
• Colours: Navy, beige

Searching for a timeless pair of shorts which won't put a dent in your bank account? Cos is the place to visit, particularly for this classic chino style. Designed from an organic cotton with a touch of stretch (extra comfort points), they fasten with an organic corozo button and are detailed with welt pockets around the back. Simple and sustainably made, they're a brilliant purchase to make.

• Fabrication: Cotton blend
• Sizes: 44-58
• Colours: Beige, navy

Crafted from a luxury cotton and linen blend, Loro Piana’s latest offering in the shorts department aligns with the brand’s reputation for elevated menswear essentials. Simultaneously sartorial and sophisticated, they’re stitched with pleats at the top to create a sharply-tailored fall, and are fastened with a traditional hook, button and zip.

• Fabrication: Cotton
• Sizes: XS-2XL
• Colours: White, red, khaki, black (+12 more)

Harking back to old school gym shorts, this Los Angeles Apparel pair are pure nostalgia. Coming in a range of colourways, they can be played up to their full, school days potential with a polo and pumps, or can be mismatched with an Oxford shirt and boat shoes for a look that oozes effortless cool. When it comes to choosing, our pick has got to be the ultra-versatile cement hue.

• Fabrication: Cotton
• Sizes: 28-40
• Colours: Ecru, navy, olive (+1 more)

To those unafraid of embracing a pair of short shorts this summer, allow us to introduce this striking white design by Drake's. Known for bringing modern appeal to traditional Ivy League sporting pieces, this cotton-twill style has been structured with a mid-rise, side adjusters and single pleats at the front – all of which amount to a stunning, sartorially-inclined stance which will go a long way upon view. Keep the surrounding layers classic and well tailored for enduring appeal.

• Fabrication: Linen
• Sizes: S-6XL
• Colours: Beige, red, blue, white (+5 more)

On paper, linen and cargo just shouldn’t work, but Vilebrequin has shown us it absolutely does. With all the utilitarianism you’d expect from their length and pockets, the linen (and, indeed, the drawstring) totally offsets the overt masculinity of cargo shorts, making them a laid-back option for beach strolls, or more likely the park.

• Fabrication: Organic cotton
• Sizes: XS-XXL
• Colours: Navy, green, caramel (+1 more)

Thinking about the holiday wardrobe? A pair of Terry fabric shorts are the perfect piece to transition between swim shorts and something a tad more tailored for the evening time. You can think of them as summer's answer to the lounge-friendly jogger short, and with its matching polos and short-sleeve shirts, Scandi brand The Resort Co's are some of the best we've come across.