If you’re wondering how to style denim shorts this summer, here’s a curated collection of outfit pieces from my blog post. These tops, shoes, accessories, and denim shorts are easy to mix and match so you can create cute, wearable looks all season lo...
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Denim Shorts
Button Up Shirts
Graphic Tees
Tank Tops
Puff Sleeve Tops
Shoes to Wear With Denim Shorts
Denim Shorts
Every summer outfit starts with the right pair of denim shorts. Here are my favorite picks in different lengths, washes, and fits, including high-rise and knee length styles you’ll wear on repeat.
These shorts go with everything and are available for petites!
Petite Flip Hem High Rise Cut Off Denim Shorts in Light Vintage Indigo Wash
Love the length of these Dad shorts!
Women's High Rise Dad Short
Shorts with a little stretch are always a good choice!
Bella Stretch Vintage Shorts in Cool Blue Fray
These shorts have just a little distressing!
FRAME Easy Distressed Shorts
Agolde is a bit of a splurge for me but I've heard such good things about this brand!
AGOLDE Parker Long distressed denim shorts | NET-A-PORTER
Button Up Shirts
A button up shirt is one of the easiest ways to dress up your denim shorts. Go for lightweight linen or cotton that you can tie at the waist or wear open over a tank top or graphic tee.
A cropped button down shirt is great paired with high waisted shorts
LAYOGAS Womens Crop Button Down Shirt S-2XL
This would look great layered with a tank!
Oversized Button-Down Boyfriend Shirt | Old Navy
This shirt is made with Lyocell which is super breathable and soft!
Vintage Wash Tencel Camp Shirt in Olive
This linen blend top comes in a variety of colors and is so comfortable for summer!
Linen Blend Open Collar Shirt | UNIQLO US
I love a chambray shirt paired with shorts!
Consistently Confident Blue Chambray Collared Button-Up Top
Graphic Tees
You can never have too many graphic tees. These give your outfit an instant cool girl vibe and pair perfectly with high-waisted jean shorts and white sneakers.
Pair an oversized graphic tee with knee length shorts!
ASOS DESIGN oversized T-shirt with lobster graphic
I've been loving anything fruit themed this season!
Favorite Graphic T-Shirt | Gap Factory
The leopard print is giving this tee a little edge!
SOLY HUX Women's Vintage Leopard Graphic Tee
Anything cowboy themed is very on trend!
Avanova Women Sun Moon Distressed Crop Tee
Who doesn't love a band tee?
Blondie White Distressed Cropped Graphic Tee
Tank Tops
Tank tops are summer staples for a reason. Whether you’re layering or wearing one on its own, these picks are simple, breathable, and go with every style of denim short.
I love the simple lining of this tank and how it makes it stand out a little more!
ZESICA Womens Summer Sleeveless Ribbed Tank
Can't go wrong with a classic stripe!
SUUKSESS Women Padded Cotton Ribbed Tank Top
Pumiey tops are my favorite! They really hug the body and are so flattering!
PUMIEY Women's High Neck Sleeveless Crop Top
Bra tanks are perfect for summer!
Halter Neck Bra Top | Striped | UNIQLO US
This tank top is giving luxe at an affordable price!
ZESICA Womens 2025 Ribbed Sleeveless Tank Top
Puff Sleeve Tops
If you want something a little more feminine, puff sleeve tops are always a good idea. These lightweight styles look so cute tucked into your shorts for a dressed-up but still relaxed vibe.
This floral puff sleeve top would be perfect for the transition from spring to summer!
This puff sleeve top is a little thicker so its great for summer to fall! And it comes in multiple colors and prints!
Dokotoo Women's Short Puff Sleeve Knit Top
This puff sleeve top is so chic!
Saodimallsu Womens Puff Sleeve Cardigan
Who doesn't love a baby doll top! This comes in a bunch of colors!
Verdusa Women's Babydoll Puff Sleeve Crop Top
Shoes to Wear With Denim Shorts
White sneakers, strappy sandals, and comfy slides all pair perfectly with denim shorts. These are the shoes I reach for when I want something stylish but practical.
I have these in black and am constantly wearing them! They are so comfortable!
DREAM PAIRS Women's Square Toe Two Strap Heels
The most comfortable sneakers! I wore them for a European vacation and they did not dissapoint!
Dr. Scholl's Women's Time Off Sneaker
I wore these on a cruise and did not expect them to be so comfortable!
The Drop Women's Ida Bow Flat Sandal Slippers
Love these sandals for a polished look!
Soda Open Toe Buckle Ankle Strap Espadrilles
Amazon has so many comfortable sandals! I wear these all the time!
Trary Women's Square Toe 2in Chunky Heels
If you're looking for a flip flop these are comfortable and waterproof!
REEF Women's Stargazer Glitter Flip Flops
If you like a little sparkle you will LOVE these sandals!
Madden Girl Women's Park Flat Sandal
A mesh flat is a great option to pair with your shorts!
Steve Madden Luxxy Mary Jane Flat
Summer Accessories
The accessories that complete your denim shorts outfit. Add a straw bag, wide-brim hat, or simple gold jewelry to tie your outfit together!
This beaded bag is so fun for summer!
Sun & Sea Beaded Handbag
I have been loving all the lemon prints this summer!
Hand Beaded Hobo Bag, Exclusively at Macy's
I love a bright bag for summer!
The Camren Rope Mini Bag | Madewell
This bag is so stylish and affordable!
KKXIU Top Handle Straw Crossbody Bag
You can get this same style in many differnet prints!
COACH® Outlet | Teri Shoulder Bag
This straw hat would be so cute with shorts!
FURTALK Summer Straw Beach Hat UPF 50
This hat comes in a bunch of different colors!
DALIX Salty Embroidered Cotton Beach Cap
These are currently my favorite gold hoops!
PAVOI 14K Gold Plated Chunky Open Hoops
These beaded earrings are so fun for summer!
Rainbow Acrylic Flower Tassel Earrings for Women
Fruit earrings for summer! They come in multiple styles of fruit!
Madison Tyler Gold Plated Fruit Earrings
I love layering gold necklaces for a stylish yet effortless look!
PAVOI 14K Gold Plated Dainty Layering Necklaces
A dainty charm necklace is always in style!
Puffed Heart Necklace
This seashell necklace is currently on my wishlist!
