Try a Sophisticated Pair of Dress Shorts This Season

For the boardroom or client lunches, pair this long short with  a silky button-down top and a long string of pearls.

A pleated front gives these shorts a tailored silhouette, while the high-waist is a perfect complement to a summery bralette top. If you're not keen on completely baring your midriff, finish off the look with an oversized blazer.

Get the party started in these pastel pink, feather-embellished shorts. They'd make a cheeky wedding after-party ensemble alongside a pretty top.

A white short gets an upgrade with the inclusion of shiny gold buttons and a stylish slit hem. Darts on the backside contribute to the great  fit.

The feminine rose embroidery on these shorts offsets a more boyish pinstripe pattern. For date nights, wear these with a lightweight cropped cardigan and a pair of slingback kitten heels.

See and be seen in this vibrant orange short with ruffle hem details. Pair them with a simple T-shirt or a striped bodysuit, and accessorize with a trendy chain-adorned sandal.

A silk taffeta fabric will take your shorts to elevated heights. The interior lining has an elastic cuff hem so there's little chance of these riding up.

These bold floral shorts are the summery wardrobe solution for outdoor soirées. Pair them with a crisp white button-down to look utterly polished.

A faux leather short will look expensive without breaking the bank. Throw on a summery linen blazer and a pair of hoop earrings to keep it appropriate for an office setting.

These nautical-inspired shorts are a go-to for summertime celebrations or a seaside rendezvous. Pair them with a short-sleeve Breton stripe shirt for full-out preppy sailor vibes.