We're officially in the thick of summer now. The brightest days and hottest temps are here (or just around the corner), so it's time to start showing some leg. A simple scroll through Instagram will show you how the coolest guys are wearing them these days. It's a basic formula, really: Simple shirt (either a plain tee or patterned camp collar) with a pair of lightweight shorts that hit right at mid-thigh. The shorts are cut from breezy material, from washed linens and cottons to more technical, sport-influenced fabrics. The choice is yours. And it's an easy one to make because there are so many good options available right now.

We're officially in the thick of summer now. The brightest days and hottest temps are here (or just around the corner), so it's time to start showing some leg. A simple scroll through Instagram will show you how the coolest guys are wearing them these days. It's a basic formula, really: Simple shirt (either a plain tee or patterned camp collar) with a pair of lightweight shorts that hit right at mid-thigh. The shorts are cut from breezy material, from washed linens and cottons to more technical, sport-influenced fabrics. The choice is yours. And it's an easy one to make because there are so many good options available right now.