Good American The Stagger Hem Bermuda Shorts (New Bermudas) | Mavi Karly Bermuda Shorts | Gap High Rise Bermuda Shorts | LOFT Striped Linen Bermuda Shorts | Gap 10″ Bermuda Shorts | J.Crew Point Sur Wide Leg Crop (more colors) | Gap High Rise Culottes | J.Crew Paperbag Waist Cropped Wide Leg Pants | Target Button-Down Birdcage Skirt – Who What Wear
Bare, sweaty, chafing thighs do not offer any relief from the heat. But finding at least 10 inches of shorts to achieve a knee-length is a difficult, though not impossible, feat. These three denim pairs vary in price point, but all offer enough of a mid to high rise to keep back gap at bay and enough length to keep you covered. (Good American, Mavi Karly, Gap Frayed Hem Bermuda, Anthropologie Endless Summer Bermuda Shorts)
The next element to consider when finding cool and covered is fabric. The best fabrics are generally natural fibers and include cotton, linen, and silk. These striped linen shorts are perfect at wicking sweat away, keeping you dry and cool. (LOFT Drawstring Linen Bermuda Shorts, Gap 10” Bermuda Short, LOFT Bermuda Roll Short)
Less fabric isn’t always your coolest option. Construction also has a large part to play. If you want the sophistication of a full length without the claustrophobia of a skinny leg, try a kick flare or cropped wide leg. Just a little circulation around the legs offers a lot of comfort. J.Crew Point Sur Wide Leg Crops, J.Crew Paperbag Culottes)
And if you’d rather avoid the short category altogether, I recommend a cotton midi skirt. It wins in every category. It’s easy to find midi lengths, it allows for plenty of circulation, and comes in easy cotton fits which you can pair with any tee or comfortable top. (Target Buttondown Birdcage Skirt)
