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Apr 27, 2024

The 12 Best Linen Shorts for Men 2023

Every product was carefully curated by an Esquire editor. We may earn a commission from these links. The breezy fabric manages to make even the most casual of shorts look effortlessly chic. There are

Every product was carefully curated by an Esquire editor. We may earn a commission from these links.

The breezy fabric manages to make even the most casual of shorts look effortlessly chic.

There are two things that are more indicative of summer than anything else: shorts and linen. When you put the two together, the season is officially in full swing.

Seriously, though—if there's one piece of clothing you need to have in your wardrobe for summer, its linen shorts. The style is breezy yet classy, far more chic than cargos or—dare I even say?—wearing your swim trunks as shorts. Linen is the certifiable best material to beat the heat, and it even manages to make a 6" inseam look elevated. If you're going on vacation, going to a BBQ, or even going to lunch, a linen short and your best short-sleeve button-up is an infallible outfit formula; no matter how much you're sweating under the sun, at least you'll look damn good.

A classic and classy option, J.Crew does the simple linen short to perfection.

For a baggier fit, Todd Snyder's Italian linen style is luxe yet laidback. And that elastic waistband ensures all-day comfort, too.

Bonobos keeps things quietly elegant with these drawstring shorts. With your favorite sandals and a good ol' tee, you've got the perfect summer fit.

If you prefer a longer inseam, Gap's 7" shorts are the way to go. These are a soft, lightweight linen-cotton blend that's so good, you'll wish all your clothes were made of this material.

These are lightweight, breathable, and super chic. The button closure adds some extra flair, while the five pockets ensure functionality all day long.

These just look like summertime. Loro Piana does linen to the nines, and with a drawstring waist, you've got the perfect summertime shorts for the rest of your life.

These have all the comfort of an elastic waistband and all the style of a sleek, slim-fitting silhouette. Button-downs go hand-in-hand with these shorts perfectly.

Pure linen and an elastic waistband—what more could you ask for?

For days by the pool, evenings spent with a citrusy cocktail, and all the moments in between.

These are the ultimate casual linen shorts—all your tees and tanks pair perfectly.

Abercrombie's relaxed-fit linen shorts feature a zip pocket specifically for your phone, so you can spend all day out and about without worrying about things falling out of your pockets.

These mid-rise, lightweight shorts are ready for wherever summer takes you, from the office to the beach.

Trishna Rikhy is the Associate Style Commerce Editor at Esquire. Previously, her writing has appeared in Vogue Runway, PAPER Magazine, V Magazine, V MAN, and more. She is based in NYC, but can probably be found wherever the strongest cup of coffee is.

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