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Pleated Tailored Shorts: Refined Warm-Weather Volume
Sophisticated warm-weather dressing defined by single- and double-pleated shorts hitting just above the knee with extended waistband tabs. Styled with vertical-stripe knit polos, linen popovers, and leather penny loafers for sun-drenched European polish.
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We curated this edit to celebrate the return of sartorial volume to warm-weather menswear. Ditching tight, flat-front Bermuda cuts, pleated tailored shorts provide an elegant drape and airy comfort through the thigh. We suggest pairing crisp linen or cotton-twill shorts with textured short-sleeve knitwear, woven leather belts, and sockless penny loafers for an effortless Mediterranean resort aesthetic on a smart budget.
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