Spring isn’t just the time to break out the big guns for deep-cleaning; the warm weather also provides an excellent opportunity to show off a little skin and your styling credentials. And what could be better than serving up chic vibes in comfortable yet stylish shorts this spring?
Wondering what’s ‘trendy’ in the world of warm-weather shorts? Loungewear-inspired pieces had their moment in the past two years, but this year we expect to see many shorts trends based on the most recent Spring 2022 fashion shows. We’re also looking forward to stylish, evergreen shorts lifted from the streets, including celebrity favorites and throwbacks to the late 1970s and the early 2000s like biker shorts and cargo shorts.
So, to help you get your wardrobe ready for the spring, we’re breaking down the hottest warm-weather shorts trends you should pay attention to this year. We’ll also cover styling options for each women’s shorts style poised to take over spring fashion.
Printed Spring Women’s Shorts
Trendy women’s shorts for spring 2022 are expected to come in a few bright colors like electric yellow, pink, red, and trusty neutrals like beige, gray, and black. However, designers have one more trick up their sleeves: prints. All that you have to do is add bold prints and patterns to your already glamorous and cool shorts.
Fashion experts have named a handful of modern prints for spring and summer 2022, and they include luxury brand logos, micro checks, shadow florals, dye jobs, and ripple effects. However, when it comes to women’s shorts, you can also opt for trendy patterns like baroque, paisley, plaid, and animal prints.
Animal printed women’s shorts are going to be your top spring wardrobe staple, and with good reason. Leopard, zebra, and tiger-striped shorts are sexy, easy to wear, and effortless to style. The classic printed spring shorts are best teamed with a solid blouse, dress shirt, or a simple top, preferably in neutral or muted shades.
An attractive bold print like paisley on women’s shorts should be combined with evergreen classics like denim jackets and other pieces in neutral colors or shades within the print’s palette. For example, a pair of red paisley shorts and a black denim jacket create a fantastic outfit for your off-duty fashion routine.
The Trusty Denim
Denim shorts’ craze and popularity may come and go in waves, but these beauties are going to be forever fashionable. The ruffled hems, flattering silhouette, blushingly cute colors, and serious comfort – that’s everything we love about denim shorts and then some. Whether you want something to wear to the beach, hunt for Easter eggs, or laze around the house, there’s a pair of denim shorts with your name on it!
There are tons of denim textures to choose from, making these jean shorts perfect for any season, including cooler and warmer weather. The biggest demand is for edgy denim shorts accented with fancy details like scuffs, cuts, cuffs, and fringe.
Trendy denim women’s shorts are a must-have for everyone, from the soccer mom to the trendsetter setting Instagram ablaze with fashion hits. The range of colors and shades you can get denim shorts in for the warmer weather is just incredible. Black, gray, cream, beige, white, blue, and powdery denim women’s shorts look stunning when paired with tank tops, striped shirts, solid blouses, and even simple tees.
From preppy to edgy, denim shorts come in all sorts of styles, making it easy to pick a pair that best matches your vibe and personality. This coming spring season, be sure to skip traditional jean shorts for high-rise cutoffs with distressed details. These high-waist beauties shine the brightest when combined with bright whites.
If you’re not into cutoffs for some reason, you can ditch them for bleached jean shorts. They marry well with out-of-the-way shoe styles like flat leather boots. You can also pair your bleached denim shorts with a neutral print kimono for a laid-back look with a modern edge.
Leather Shorts
Fashionable styles of trendy shorts made of leather or faux leather are the “it thing” for the cooler days of early spring. Faux leather shorts are comfortable, fairly breezy, and undoubtedly adorable. We highly recommend pieces adorned with beautiful details like self-tie features and sexy paper bag waists.
Both leather and faux leather shorts go perfectly well with colorful tops and embellished accessories such as a pink blazer, bright white shirts, and gold earrings. If you’re looking to rock leather shorts during early spring, particularly on cool evenings, you can stylishly complement your pair with a knitted sweater, sweatshirt, or cardigan, making sure to choose a gorgeous pair of boots as an accessory.
The true beauty of these leather bottoms lies behind their flexibility in styling. You can even team your colored leather shorts with a matching leather jacket, denim shirts, or white blouses. A leather clutch with asymmetrical decorations will effortlessly transform your look from drab to fab without much fuss.
For instance, you can wear a hot pink blazer with a pair of black faux leather shorts, and you’ll look like a million bucks strolling down the streets. Round off your sexy ensemble with a pair of black leather loafers, dark sunglasses, and a crew-neck tee in your favorite hue.
This spring don’t just line your wardrobe with black shorts; bronze or brown leather shorts look stunning too. These neutral colors will create a fast and statement-making get-up with any blazer or shirt for an everyday look.
Cargo Shorts
The spruced-up styles of cargo shorts that we saw make a comeback in the world of fashion during the pandemic are much more stylish than the baggier, heavier options of the early 1990s. Today’s cargo shorts are more feminine yet still super-practical with roomy pockets. Some of the newer models sport flattering waistbands, making them ideal for hitting the beach, running errands, going on a date, or lounging around the house.
Of course, if you prefer function over fashion in your shorts, classic options are a must-have in your wardrobe for the spring season. These are perfect if you have a thing for practical clothing options like boiler-suits, mechanic’s jackets, or carpenter pants. For added practicality, you won’t go wrong with cargo women’s shorts with classic details, deep pockets, and neutral shades like dark green and khaki.
According to Sanctuary clothing in LA, we’ll see plenty of cargo shorts styles. Whether you love to take long walks in the park, rediscover your favorite hiking trails, or are a big fan of hiker-chic styles, high-waisted pieces with flattering silhouettes are your best bet.
The timeless look of high-rise cargo shorts makes them ideal for pairing with bright-colored tops like pink blazers or yellow coats. As for footwear, you can really show off your styling repertoire with a pair of suede pumps in navy, beige, or tan. But fashion police won’t cuff you if they spot you rocking your cargo shorts with trainers or sneakers!
Biker Shorts Are Here to Stay!
Our love affair with biker shorts runs deep and started long before the onset of the pandemic, but their popularity is showing no signs of fading. These comfy shorts have a snug fit and flattering silhouette that make them so Instagrammable. They’re also perfect for many occasions that call for casual comfort – from happy hour to the gym to lounging at home.
Biker shorts gained immense fashion prominence in the 1980s, but most recently, young TikTokers have been showing us just how versatile these comfortable pieces can be. Our renewed appreciation for biker shorts will become even more apparent come this spring.
Looking to add biker shorts to your everyday spring look? The comfy warmer-weather staple goes excellently with many top styles, including denim jackets, neutral-colored blazers, bright sweaters, leather jackets, patterned coats, and even bright-colored sweatshirts.
For instance, consider wearing black biker shorts with a white blazer – this spring-friendly outfit is easy to put together and leaves plenty of room for more tweaks. Introduce a pair of black leather boots to add a modern twist to the ensemble.
Buttoned Women’s Shorts
Beautiful women’s shorts with buttons will take over spring fashion with a bang. Gorgeous buttons can serve as an embellishment, fasteners, or both on stylish shorts. This spring, expect to come across various shorts styles with trim featuring metallic buttons or buttons on the belt – either way, the buttoned design looks fabulous.
Wrap-Up
Trendy women’s shorts for spring 2022 are expected to come in an array of beautiful styles, cuts, and price points. We can’t wait to style the most exciting shorts trends, including high-waisted sexy cargo shorts, faux leather shorts, and bleached denim cutoffs, as well as beautiful women’s shorts with buttons, biker shorts, and bold animal printed shorts. Happy shorts-shopping!
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