Below, 7 of the best 7-inch shorts just for you:
1. J.Crew, $70
SG Says: Functional by definition, shorts are designed to keep you cool, so why not maximize escaping the heat even further by elevating your hemline a bit?
2. Vineyard Vines, $75
SG Says: Even better than their function as “nature’s AC,” shorts can be used to accentuate your frame. It’s simple enough: longer shorts (below the knee) will visually shorten your legs, while showing some thigh will make your legs look longer.
3. Club Monaco, $90
SG Says: The best thing to pair with these striped shorts? Confidence. If anything outside of solids makes you feel a little stressed, don’t sweat it, you’ll look great.
4. Goodfellow & Co., 19
SG Says: Keep in mind that fit is king. Anyone can get used to a 7″ inseam, but if your shorts are too tight, you’ll look…squished. Order accordingly, and everybody’s happy.
5. Bonobos, $88
SG Says: A great part about playing with pattern on your shorts? It makes it easy to throw on a solid colored t-shirt, OCBD, or light sweater and be on your way. Consider it summer style, made simple.
6. Rhone, $88
SG Says: Go purple or go home! It doesn’t hurt to try a bold color every once in a while, you’ll be sure to get compliments!
7. Patagonia, $59
SG Says: Pair these shorts with a messenger bag and your favorite slip-on sneakers for a day of errands in style. Cuffing the hemline is a great way to try the 7″ style without the commitment – fold the hem of your shorts twice to get the look.
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HOW SHORT WILL YOU GO IN YOUR SHORTS?
Want more on Summer style? Check out these posts on drawstring shorts and Summer must-haves.
Finally the return of not-long shorts! Short guys like me rejoice! I figure a 6″ inseam would be pretty good for me, but they’re not easy to find.
Glad you like them – we love the shorter inseam too! For a quick fix, try cuffing your 7″ shorts a few times until you get to the desired inseam (it’ll add a stylish touch to your overall outfit too).
That’s what I do. When I can’t find 7″ or 6″ I go for an 8″ and cuff ’em.
Hey, I’m 6’1 with rather long legs. Would you still recommend 7 ” shorts?
I’m in the same boat as you at 6’2″ and I wear 7″ shorts. I like the look of them and they feel more comfortable to me than longer shorts.
I’m 6’4″, and I’d totally recommend wearing 7″ shorts. Skies out, thighs out. Note: your shorts will look shorter because of the length of your legs, but embrace it.
I’m glad to see you recommending shorts at this length. Seven inch shorts are my go-to length. I’m 6’2″ and some people say that I should wear longer shorts but I like the length, anything above that feels too long for me. It’s good to see that the style is going back to shorts of this length, I think it is a classic look, the kind that you see in old pictures of the Ivy League.
Another suggestion for shorts is the 7″ reade shorts from J Crew Factory.
Great suggestion, TJ! Love the Ivy League visual too – definitely a classic look.
I prefer 8-9″ inseams on my shorts. I’m 5-11. Still give me a few inches above the knee without feeling like I’m wearing boxer briefs out in public.
My favorite length of shorts, hands down. I fully embrace the fact that I’m a giant among men and show my thighs the love they deserve. I mean.. I don’t run marathons for the fun of it.
Josh | The Kentucky Gent
http://thekentuckygent.com
Unfortunately, 7” shorts don’t work on my frame because I’m on the shorter side and my past involvement in competitive sports. I’ve tried though but it looks like a snake trying to swallow a cow. They’re just way too tight.
from the other comments, i think a distinction needs to be made based on the length of your upper leg. for me, at 6’3″ and all legs, i cannot wear a 7″ short b/c it looks like a 5″ short. my solution? wear a 9″-10″ short to get the look of a 7″ short. i think the idea here is to wear a length, that’s going to give you about 4-5″ of upper leg exposure. and can we all agree to avoid the baggy cargo shorts with flip flops? no one wants to see your disgusting feet.
hahah, maybe it’s time for a summer pedicure (buffing the nails only, no polish of course)?
Like others have said, being a taller fellow (6’4″) I prefer a longer inseam, around 9.5″. Even still, I like my shorts to land maybe and inch above my knee at most.
Always stick with a 7 inch inseam for the average man’s height..never fails
DJ- http://www.tailormade-style.com
Appreciate you weighing in, DJ!
6’5″ here, and I wear nothing longer than a 6″ inseam. Its southern frat boy styling, and I’ve carried it over to grown-up life.
“They’re not called longs.”
god no! these look terrible, way too short.
Was trying to figure this out…should you wear a belt with shorts in the summer?
Good question, Andy. We think a belt is really only needed with “fancier” shorts, like the Friday look on this post: http://stylegirlfriend.com/5-days-5-ways-the-blue-dress-shirt/