Tip Of The Week: Short Pants

Wearing shorts isn’t the only way to stay cool in hot weather. Ankle skimming pants and 3/4-length capris that stop at the calf can both be viable alternatives, but only if you know how to rock 'em right. Just because they’re as casual as a pair of jeans doesn’t mean you won’t have to put some thought into it. To avoid the “man capri” chuckles, follow our simple guide to short pants below.

1. Start with brands like Rag & Bone, J. Crew or Shades Of Greige (pictured above), who all make fine tailored pants designed to drop at the calf or ankle. Don’t forget that you can simply achieve this look just by rolling up the cuff of your jeans.

2. Keep it tight with a woven or leather braided belt. Stay waist deep in simplicity.

3. Match up with low-profile sneakers, or deck shoes. Sandals will just send the entire outfit downhill, along with your street cred.