Inspired by the hot climate of Sicily, Domenico Dolce and Stepfano Gabbana contrasted the sharp suits in their collection with a 'Sunday best' shirt and relaxed shorts held up by a rope belt. This summer is all about smart shorts
All from dolcegabbana.it
Photographer: Kevin Foord
Fashion editors: Jo Jones and Helen Seamons
Photographer's assistant: Roger Bool
Model: Josh Parkinson at selectmodel.com
Shot on location at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Kent, a unique maritime heritage destination with galleries, attractions, iconic buildings and historic ships to explore – open every day from 10am Photograph: Kevin Foord
For a more relaxed feel, wear a crisp T-shirt and espadrilles with these fine checked city shorts. No socks required!
From republic.co.uk Photograph: PR
For preppy cool add a casual shirt, canvas brogues and finish your look with a canvas messenger bag
From youmustcare.com Photograph: PR
We love a man in pastels. If you're feeling daring, style with a colourful T-shirt and leather thong sandals
From gap.eu Photograph: PR
For ultimate supper cool, team these shorts with a white jersey top and blazer and accessorise with a robe belt
From topman.com Photograph: PR
Navy blue shorts are a wardrobe staple. Remember, it's all in the cut. The stylist's favourite, Cos, knows the meaning of the word understated
From cosstores.com Photograph: PR
For a fresh summer look, these are the perfect shorts. Style with a striped top or white shirt and sandals - an ice-cool drink and sea view are optional
By Polo Ralph Lauren from net-a-porter.com Photograph: PR
These shorts are pitch perfect. Create a strong look with a contrasting colour top or work a preppy look with jumper and shirt
By J Crew from net-a-porter.com Photograph: PR
These multi-plaid patch shorts will work with anything from a T-shirt to a soft knit, perfect for your summer hols
By Penfield from my-wardobe.com Photograph: PR
For a smarter summer look, invest in fine striped shorts, worn with a fine knit polo shirt and leather sandals
From burton.co.uk Photograph: PR
We love these bold check, longer line side pocket shorts - they're ahead of the game for next season's golf-inspired trend, as seen at Prada. Wear with a simple white shirt and plain pumps
From shop.bstorelondon.com Photograph: PR
