Even those who typically swerve shorts at all costs might succumb to Bermuda fever this summer, as the long shorts movement is rapidly gaining momentum and (thanks to the recent weather) is welcoming new recruits by the day. Longline denim shorts have become the unofficial Vogue editor uniform of 2025, however what shoes to wear them with can require some careful consideration, as they aren’t always the easiest piece to style.
When it comes to styling questions, the one subject that comes up more than any other is shoe pairings, and so it’s no surprise that this trending silhouette is sparking many-a shoe query. Long, wide-leg denim shorts have a boxy, baggy proportion and so it pays to counter-balance the volume with something simple and streamlined, such as a supple leather ballet pump or a pair of mule sandals with a low heel to add some lift.
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Sporty track shorts, such as Adidas’s three-stripe boxers, have also been repositioned as a fashion-forward choice and are trending this summer. Chloë Sevigny is a fan of these varsity shorts and tends to lean into the sportswear mood by pairing them with sneakerinas, which are a hybrid between a ballet flat and a sneaker. They’re sure to be a festival favourite this summer, paired with wellies or buckled biker boots. Other popular shoe-and-short pairings include wide-leg shorts and clog sandals, crochet beach hot pants and rubber flip-flops and a tailored linen pair and penny loafers.
If you are unsure how to style your shorts for the sunny days ahead, keep reading for seven shoe pairings that will unlock effortless summer style.
