Weekend Essential: 11 Pairs of Flattering Short Shorts

All of your hard work at the gym this winter is about to pay off: Memorial Day is the kick-off to shorts season. From relaxed, sporty styles to high-waisted or printed options, all are comfortable, flattering--and best of all, affordable. Throw a few pairs in your bag and head out for the holiday; you're going to want to live in these weekend staples.

May 19, 2015 · 1 min · 82 words · Christine Ortega

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J.Crew

Drawstring Linen Shorts, $45;jcrew.com.

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Zara

Faux Leather Sport Shorts, $40;zara.com.

Dorothy Perkins

Blue Stripe Paperbag Shorts, $40;dorothyperkins.com.

Mango

Flowy Pleat Shorts, $50;mango.com.

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Madewell

Pull-On Shorts, $50;madewell.com.

Printed Shorts, $50;mango.com.

H&M Conscious

Lyocell Denim Shorts, $40;hm.com.

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Suede Shorts, $40;zara.com.

J.Crew Factory

Factory Drapey Shorts, $35;jcrew.com.

H&M

High-Waist Shorts, $40;hm.com.

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Topshop

Sporty Side Step Runners Shorts, $18;topshop.com.

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