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We’ve spent all year cultivating the perfect shorts lineup for our wardrobe. Denim cutoffs, active shorts, lacy satin pairs, cotton chinos, even knee-length cargos, but alas, we’ve missed a key pair.
Enter paperbag shorts, a high-waisted style denoted by its standout cinching that closely resembles, yes, that of a grocery bag. This style creates an hourglass illusion without requiring all that much effort, and it comes in a vast array of fabrics, from Chan Luu’s technical taffeta take to Veronica Beard’s denim pair. Finding the right pair is easy: there is a plethora of options, after all. The key, however, is paying close attention to how you style them. To take full advantage of the “bag” look, keep your top fitted and tucked in; otherwise, you may find yourself looking quite literally too baggy.
With styling in mind, we’ve found the best paperbag shorts to add to your summer wardrobe rotation. It’s the easiest way to bring some volume to your outfit without all of the noise.
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