Unconventional and stolen from the sports universe, biker shorts have been the coolest element in the wardrobe of every fashion muses for some seasons now. The first to make them a fashion icon was the inimitable Lady Diana, who at the time overturned the aesthetic and costume canons of the English royal house, starting wearing them in her informal outings, combining them with sneakers, boyfriend shirts or oversized sweatshirts ; giving them a new face and use. From then on, the 90s fashion bears witness to this, biker shorts have become an indispensable garment that, after a few moments of darkness, has found its first place on the podium of coolness in contemporary fashion. Credit for the comeback of bikers goes to Virgil Abloh, who in his Off-White SS 2018 showed the unforgettable Naomi Campbell wearing biker shorts paired with an oversized blazer (match never gone out of style since then!). Also during this Summer 2020, the biker shorts have not ceased to be the protagonists of the coolest looks worn by some of our most loved fashion icons. We have decided to guide you in choosing the coolest look for every occasion to recreate during this last month of summer, the lowest common denominator? Obviously the biker shorts and a lot of fashion attitude. What’s your favourite match?
TO GO THE BEACH
Sophisticated yet super simple, this beach look steals the coolness of the
Pantone most loved this summer 2020 and makes Biker shorts an unusual ally, but already beloved. Combined with a bikini, an oversized open shirt and a straw hat in a maxi format, they are the cover-up you have been waiting for
TO ACT AS A TOURIST
Visiting the cities is, together with the sea of course, one of the favorite summer choices. But, with the high temperatures of especially European capitals, finding the perfect tourist outfut is always a drama. Biker shorts, thanks to their sporty nature, are the best choice for walking around the cities without suffering from the heat and, drum roll, making them feminine and chic is easier than it seems! Seeing Leonie Hanne is believing!
TO CHILL AND RELAX
There is no better match than biker shorts and oversized sweater for moments of relaxation or shopping sessions on late summer afternoons. These with Sincerely Jules daisies then .. are to lose your head!
TO MAKE IT YOUR NEXT EVERYDAY UNIFORM
Grab this look and save it for September! There is no better outfit to face the return to the office or university … we have warned you, then don’t say you can’t find anything to wear!
TO PARTY
A little glitter never hurts, but if you don’t want to overdo it, try combining a bright crop top with biker shorts and dizzying sandals, the wow effect is guaranteed!