Over the summer, my Instagram feed has been inundated with European and American fashion trendsetters taking part in the controversial pajama-shorts movement. While opinions on this trend vary widely, I prefer to judge fashion trends only after I’ve tried them. This is why I decided to experiment with the boxer-shorts trend and form my own opinion.
After trying out different outfit combinations, I began to understand why, according to Google Trends, there has been a surge in searches for terms like “poplin boxer shorts” and “women’s boxer shorts” in the past month. A new wave of fashion-forward women seems to be embracing these bottoms because of how lightweight and comfortable they are for all-day wear, which are ideal traits for sweltering temperatures. Plus, they lend an abundance of styling possibilities. These versatile bottoms are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re meeting friends for brunch or adventuring in a new city.
If you’re curious about how to style boxer shorts in unique and chic ways, keep reading. Ahead, I’ve put together tasteful and thoughtful outfit ideas that go beyond pairing the shorts with the matching button-down shirt.
The best part about the boxer-shorts trend is how versatile it is. Creating a transitional outfit is a straightforward way to get more use out of the shorts. Grab a long trench coat and a button-down shirt. This combination effortlessly makes the bottoms fall appropriate.
Shop the look:
J.Crew
End-on-End Cotton Boxer Shorts
Helsa
Wide Stripe Poplin House Shorts
