Different Ways to Pair Shorts with Sneakers

A style that transcends all fashion forecasting and relentlessly lives on will always be shorts and sneakers. Being that this is easily the most relaxed yet versatile style of them all, we love seeing how this outfit genre is reinvented to fit the trends of the time. The question of how to wear shorts with sneakers is not a common one, but it should be given more thought when style is being called into question.

Here are four bomb short and shoes combos you can wear in order to up your casual clothing game this summer.

1. Biker Shorts and Chunky Sneakers

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For all you sporty souls out there, there are plenty of sneaker options that won’t limit you to the dingy look of your old running shoes. Women’s fashion sneakers of this season are full of style, flare and promises to level up your athleisure wear.

Back in the Fall, Amy De Klerk, writer for Harpers Bazaar, predicted the trends-to-blossom this spring and summer 2019 season. In reference to the biker short trend, she stated, “The divisive piece of clothing appeared on the Fendi, Chanel and Stella McCartney catwalks this month, suggesting that it might be time to finally embrace the trend, if you haven’t already”.

Luckily, we are not only limited to the original biker short, made famous by the Kardashian family. The new “biker short” trend of the season has everything to do with length. Taking street fashion by storm, chunky dad-inspired sneakers paired with almost knee-length denim shorts are a popular look this season. Pictured above, blogger Ellie Joslin is seen styling her new and improved biker shorts with a graphic tee and some chunky sneakers to remain effortlessly cool. The distressed denim option for this trend is a very easy way to update the classic biker-short style. An overstated, clunky shoe pairs perfectly with this look and makes a strong athleisure-inspired statement. White remains the color of choice but, feel free to add the pop of color your life needs, as neons take the style scene as well.

2. Paper Bag Shorts and Fashion Sneakers

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Step outside your sandal-safe zone this summer and throw on a pair of paper bag shorts and your favorite fashion sneakers. Paper-bag shorts are made to be wider around the thigh and comfortably cinched and exaggerated at the waist. Shorts with this style of waist are a favorable design for all body types. This is the perfect piece to replace those flowy beach shorts you’ve harbored in your closet, that are covered with that outdated boho elephant print.

The most popular way to dress down these fancy and flowy shorts are to pair them with some comfortable walking sneakers. Consider sneakers with espadrille bottoms to perfectly match the girly flair of the paper bag shorts. Espadrille sneakers also add a unique accent that will surely make this typically casual short seemingly date-ready.

Of course, you aren’t limited to espadrilles alone. Virtually any women’s fashion sneaker can look great paired with the paper bag short. Check out the above photo where Hanaa, writer of the Pop Of Grey blog, styled her paper bag shorts with fashionable athletic sneakers for a cute and casual combo. Feel free to be effortlessly you when you throw on a pair of these flattering fitted shorts with your flirtatious fashion sneakers for summer.

3. Basic Denim Shorts and Colorful Fashion Sneakers

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For all you basic babes out there, the good ol’ shorts and t-shirt combo is an easy and effortless way to look chic this summer. But if you’re wanting to take this look up a notch, we suggest pairing your basic denim shorts with a pair of colorful kicks. Bright, chromatic women’s sneakers are a big trend in the fashion world, and an easy way to turn any casual outfit into a statement look. Blush pinks, vibrant blues, and bright yellows are the big colors to watch out for.

We love how this model has paired her bright blue OTBT sneakers with light wash, high waisted distressed denim shorts. This creates a striking contrast that gives us all the summer vibes. The gorgeous blue also creates a true nautical vibe, and when paired with the basic shorts, create a look that’s perfect for a beach-side getaway. So if you’re on the lookout for a simply, grab-and-go travel look for all your summer vacations, you can go wrong a combination of denim shorts and colorful kicks.

4. Distressed Denim Cut-offs and Slip On Sneakers

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Get up and go on that thrift hunt for those perfect Levi’s to DIY into your soon-to-be favorite cut-off denim shorts. Then get ready to roll with ease as you glide in your favorite white slip-on sneakers. This classic style has remained trendy throughout summer seasons past and is sure to stay in vogue for summer seasons to come.

Anna James of Fash Boulevard put her sweet style twist on this simple pairing by complimenting it with a very on-trend mustard yellow tee. The ease of a slip-on sneaker can make putting together an outfit for your most adventurous escapades even more effortless. A trend we hope to see never die, this cut-off denim short and white slip on sneaker pairing is a summertime essential.

Although the sneaker and short style seems to become a default for anyone during the warmer seasons, it can sometimes be tricky to style. For this reason, we fashionably fussed over the three very best shoes to wear with shorts this Summer 2019 season.