I'm a London-Based Stylist—4 Cool Ways I'm Styling My Jorts This Summer

Oluwaseun Ogunsola is a London-based stylist and proud outfit repeater. She regularly shares outfit inspo, upcycling tricks and styling tips on Instagram, encouraging her followers to buy less and wear more. Who better, then, to take over our One Piece, Three Ways franchise for the summer? Here she’ll choose a favourite piece from her capsule wardrobe and showcase how to style it in three different, fresh ways for the season ahead. First up, summer's biggest shorts trend: Jorts.

Fun fact: Jorts—the cool new trend we’ve all been obsessing over for the past two summers—are just denim shorts. The same denim shorts we’ve been wearing our whole lives, give or take a few inches. In any case, if you were struggling with how to style your jorts, look no further, my friends. I’ve put together four looks for different occasions (featuring some amazing pre-loved steals) to help you seamlessly introduce jorts into your wardrobe this summer.

From a festival 'fit to a girls' night look and something if you're going "out-out", the styling possibilities are endless (and yes, you can wear your jorts to the club). Mine are a pair of men's vintage Wranglers from the '90s, but there are a plethora of options to choose from.

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How to Style Jorts for Summer 2024

1. Printed Tee + Pointed Mules + Knee-High Socks

Style Notes: I get so many compliments whenever I wear this tee. It’s perfectly oversized, extremely well made and showcases a true style icon: Princess Diana. It’s the perfect styling choice for jorts, however, any band tee would work too. Pointed mules are my go-to when I want to make a casual outfit feel more elevated, and knee-high socks (optional) add some fun personality.

Shop the Look:

Mars 0rbit

Princess Di Oversized Bootleg Tee

£78

How cool is this?

FALKE

Matt Deluxe 20 Denier Knee-High Socks

£14

Knee-high socks will make any outfit look chic.

JW Anderson

Bumper Baguette Shoulder Bag

£595

This mood-boosting colourway is the perfect addition to your summer bag collection.

Melissa

Court Shoe

£264

Melissa's collaboration with Y/PROJECT is a nod to Victorian vases.

2. Denim Button-Down + Tank Top + Cowboy Boots

Style Notes: Denim on denim is a fail-safe formula for when you’re fresh out of outfit inspiration. But think more effortless pairings à la Zoë Kravitz and less Britney and Justin at the 2001 VMAs. A simple tank top and Western-inspired boots help complete the look. I found these for £5 at a local vintage warehouse sale, so this is your reminder not to sleep on car boot sales and secondhand vendors—you’ll be surprised at the gems you may find.

Shop the Look:

Weekday

Fitted Rib Tank Top

£10

A simple tank will act as the foundation for so many of your outfits.

Dickies

Houston Shirt

£80

This doubles as a jacket and a button-down.

GANNI

Brown Biker Mid Shaft Boots

£323

You'll wear these all year round.

Jil Sander

Small Tangle Shoulder Bag

£598

So sleek.

3. Pleated Top + Heeled Sandals + Pink Shoulder Bag

Style Notes: High heels to the club? Groundbreaking. Well, actually, yes, especially when the rest of your look consists of loose denim jorts, a sleeveless plisse top and a cute lil’ shoulder bag.

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Issey Miyake

Pleats Please Black Sleeveless Basics Top

£240

Wear thise with jorts, trousers and skirts alike.

D'Accori

Raya Crystal-Embellished Satin Sandals

£625£312

So fun!

Manu Atelier

Cylinder Leather Handbag

£99

The prettiest pink for summer.

4. Football Jersey + Ballet Sneakers + Rope Belt

Style Notes: Ballet sneakers have been a growing trend over the past few years, and we’ve seen some really unique and eclectic styles from brands like Simone Rocha and Rombaut. They’re the perfect hybrid of a ballet flat and a sneaker, and I’ve been wearing mine on repeat recently. Throw on a sports jersey and a tote bag with your jorts and you’re ready for a chilled day at the park or out thrift shopping.

Shop the Look:

Nike

Nigeria 2023 Dri-Fit SS Pre Match Top

£55

This will also look cool tucked into a poplin skirt.

Charles & Keith

Mesh Curved Platform Mary Jane Sneakers

£95

Two of my favourite styles combined.

BAO BAO ISSEY MIYAKE

Lucent PVC Tote Bag

£460

Throw in everything and go!

Shop More Jorts for Summer:

Reformation

Raye Mid Rise Denim Jorts

£148

Perfect for your beach holidays.

AGOLDE

Risha Organic Denim Shorts

£260

Agolde is known for its quality denim pieces.

M&S Collection

Denim Pleat Front Knee Length Shorts

£35

Don't these look way more expensive?

MANGO

Denim Shorts With Pleats

£30

For those who prefer a slightly shorter pair.

COS

Knee-Length Denim Shorts

£75

Grey denim is effortlessly chic.

GANNI

Blue Heavy Denim Shorts

£185

How cool is the balloon silhouette on this pair?

AND/OR

And/or Blaze Denim Bermuda Shorts in Light Blue

£59

This lighter wash has such a '90s feel to it.

COPERNI

Denim Shorts

£250

Simply add a pair of heels and an evening bag to take your jorts from day to night.

Whistles

Raya Longline Denim Shorts

£79

Whistles' denim is so good this summer.

Free People

Rue Denim Long Shorts

The perfect everyday pair.