The jazzy, turn-up detail on these city slicker shorts ups the style ante no end - think chinos.
By Topman
0845 121 4519. Photograph: Full Stop Photography
Ketchup red that demands attention. Only brave-verging-on- the-insouciant types need apply.
By French Connection
frenchconnection.co.uk Photograph: Full Stop Photography
These Hawaiian numbers are 80s flashback and floral fun. We love them. Zip-fly Bermuda-style.
By Tommy Hilfiger
tommyhilfiger.co.uk Photograph: Full Stop Photography
Ideal wedding shorts - wear with a strict white shirt and you'll steer well clear of that dangerous pageboy territory.
By Jaeger
jaeger.co.uk Photograph: Full Stop Photography
Multitasking shorts that work just as well in the water as they do on dry land.
By Marks & Spencer
0845 302 1234 Photograph: Full Stop Photography
Classic, smart city shorts for conservative types - partner with a navy blazer for maximum style points.
By John Lewis
0845 604 9049 Photograph: Full Stop Photography