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The past few summers, short shorts were all the rave. Blame Paul Mescal and his Greek God-like thighs for that one. More recently, however, I've been witnessing a shift toward shorts that aren't actually all that short.

Granted, warmer days have just begun, but I'm compelled to forecast a change of tide. Specifically, of how shorts' seams are elongating, from far above the knee to well below.

Ironically, it seems that, in tandem, the tops to pair with said bottoms are, in turn, losing in square footage. Sleeves are halved and hem's are cropped, for a retro- léger look up top straight from your stylish grampa's Island photo album.

So, what does one do with this information? After all, we can't reattach severed pant legs, nor would we want to go chopping away at our favorite button ups. Good news is, thanks to END., no one will have to.

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When the Shorts Get Longer, the Shirts Get Shorter

Dickies Madison Denim Shorts

Jorts are a science in their own right and, according to my own camp, can only go wrong if they're not loose enough. Not a problem with these though.

Edwin Denim Worker Shorts

Jorts don't just vary in length either, but in wash, too.

Acne Studios Distressed Monogram Denim Shorts

And if that ain't enough, get a load of these embroidered jorts. For advanced jort lovers only.

Acne Studios Traffic Sand Wash Denim Shorts

If the above goes a little too hard, might I suggest something a bit less extravagant? Get you a brand that can do both, like Acne Studios, who can go all out, or keep it classically cool.

Won Hundred Kyle Denim Shorts

And here, to the most traditional of jorts, just like the ones your dad mows the lawn in.

Needles x Kae Tanaka One-up Shirt

But speaking of dad: This what'd happen if you cross-bred your Y2K tribal scribbles with that flowy short sleeve he loves and your mom hates.

By Parra Work Later Short Sleeve Shirt

Is it a polo? Is it a tee? Is it a shirt? Who's to say? All that matters is you should be wearing it this summer.

Jacquemus Palm Print Short Sleeve Shirt

Simon Porte Jacquemus wrote the book on breezy, Mediterranean style. if you won't trust him to dress you for the sun, I fear the problem is you.

Represent Embroidered Bowling Shirt

Though colorful prints are part of the fun, there's nothing wrong with dialing down the vacay vibes and going with something a tad more serious and detailed.

NN07 Freddy Print Short Sleeve Shirt

Rounding out the list: a compromise. Patterned but elegant. Now go on, pick your combo!

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