The wardrobe of our summer dreams strolled down a sandy catwalk at Hermès. Follow their lead and invest in some tailored shorts immediately - you might even bag a sale bargain
Hermès, 197 Sloane Street, London SW1
020 7823 1014
Photographer: Jason Hetherington
Fashion editors: Jo Jones and Helen Seamons
Hair and makeup: Juliana Sergot
Fashion assistant: Melanie Wilkinson
Model: Charlie France At Models 1 Photograph: guardian.co.uk
For all those fashion-forward men out there, we think these are the perfect tailored shorts for three reasons: colour, length and cut
From reiss.co.uk
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This summer Oliver Spencer has designed a narrow short leg, perfect if you prefer a slimmer silhouette. Plus, the Observer fashion team adore a man in pastels
From oliverspencer.co.uk
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You can't go wrong with khaki shorts, a fail-safe addition to your wardrobe. Master Smith has the perfect pair, and not a combat pocket in sight!
From paulsmith.co.uk
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There's something super-sharp about crisp white shorts. Best worn on the deck of your sail boat, or simply throw them on with a vintage T-shirt and flip flops and head out in the sun
By Lanvin from www.matchesfashion.com
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If shorts make you slightly nervous and your legs haven't seen the light of day since you were a small boy, then opt for classic tailored longer leg shorts. Remember - your socks should stay in their drawer!
From www.johnlewis.com
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This summer, achieve the preppy look with these washed-out striped shorts. Best worn with a white shirt and pastel brogues
frenchconnection.com
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A staple for every wardrobe. Keep this look smart, tuck in a favorite shirt, finish the look with a vintage belt and head to the beach bar
From next.co.uk
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These shorts will make a good addition to your summer wardrobe. The roll hem detail allows you to choose your length. Keep the look relaxed with an untucked shirt and flip flops
By Burkman Bros from liberty.co.uk
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The key to wearing shorts is to exude an effortless cool. We love this colour; wear with a simple T-shirt and canvas trainers
From asos.com
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A seersucker stripe is the king of shorts, suitable for any age when worn with a polo shirt and deck shoes
From marksandspencer.com
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We like this overwashed design; it's less garish then your average check. Wear with a black vest and espadrilles
From burton.co.uk
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