Shorts are an invaluable part of a summer wardrobe, especially as the season drags on and it gets hotter and more tedious to come up with cute outfits that will keep you cool and breezy. While a decidedly casual piece of apparel, there are certain styles of shorts that are surprisingly versatile, like the ones we like to call “coverup shorts.”
You know the type, pull-on, elastic or drawstring waist shorts in soft, lightweight fabrics, the kind you would typically wear over a swimsuit. And even though they’re incredibly functional and relatively simple, they’re ripe for unique styling. Throw on a T-shirt and sneakers to run errands, or pair them with a button-down shirt, kitten heels and a leather clutch bag for drinks and dinner.
Below, we’ve rounded up 11 cover-up shorts to wear all day, every day as we wind down the hottest months of the year. They include a range of price points from beloved brands and retailers like Quince, Gap, Old Navy and, of course, Amazon. Pick up a pair or two and stay cool while looking chic.
