Marc Jacobs Printed Wool Bermuda Shorts.

the-short-list-1

$895, net-a-porter.com — TIP: Pair Bermuda shorts with a structured waist-length shirt or cropped jacket — this keeps you from looking sloppy.

Joie Merci Shorts in Steel.

the-short-list-2

$158, Joie, Greenwich, CT, joie.com

Alice + Olivia High-Waisted Lace Shorts.

the-short-list-3

$385, aliceandolivia.com

If the shoe fits…Valentine Rockstud Gladiator Mid Chunky Heel Sandal.

the-short-list-4

$995, intermixonline.com

If the shoe fits…Loeffler Randall Mara cap-toe espadrille.

the-short-list-5

$195, loefflerrandall.com

If the shoe fits…Gentle Souls Lace Up Gladiator Sandals.

the-short-list-6

$195, bloomingdales.com