Looking for an easy way to make your wardrobe feel a little more put together without giving up comfort? White tailored shorts might be the answer. With their structured cut and lightweight feel, they have the ease of everyday shorts while still working for plans that call for something a little more dressed up.

The real fun is in how you style them. A cropped top can take them into brunch territory, an oversized shirt gives them a relaxed feel, while a sheer top can make the same pair work for dinner or a night out. If you have been wondering what to wear with white tailored shorts, there are plenty of ways to switch things up without making the outfit complicated.

Try A Monochrome Look

Want something simple that still feels pulled together? Pair your white tailored shorts with a white top in a similar shade, whether that is a fitted camisole, structured shirt or cropped top. Keeping the outfit within one colour family creates a clean base, so you can have more fun with your accessories. A bright clutch or colourful tote is an easy way to break things up for brunch, lunch or a night out with the girls.

Silk white top and white shorts
Pair your tailored white shorts with an asymmetrical top and gold clutch

 

White linen shorts set
Make a statement with an easy breezy linen short set by adding a vibrant tote

 

Add A Sheer Top

A sheer top can completely change the mood of your white tailored shorts. Try a fitted sheer blouse for dinner or a date night, or go for a looser style when you want something less structured. Since the shorts already have a tailored shape, the contrast with a lighter, more transparent top keeps the outfit interesting without requiring too many accessories—just add sleek heeled sandals to finish the look.

Sunshine Rosman
Go for a chic sheer top in olive green to create a contrast with white shorts

 

Bring in a Pretty Tank Top

For errands, brunch or a holiday day out, a tank top is an easy answer to how to wear white tailored shorts casually. Try soft shades such as pastel yellow, butter yellow or pale blue for a little colour against the white. Flat leather sandals and a roomy tote keep things relaxed, while strappy heels and statement jewellery can take the same outfit into evening plans.

Bella Okagbue
For the perfect holiday or errands look, pair your white shorts with a tank top

 

Go Preppy With a Shirt

There is a reason a good button-down shirt works with almost everything. Tuck a silk or monogram-detailed shirt into your white tailored shorts and add loafers or ballet flats for a preppy take. You can keep the shirt buttoned for a more structured outfit or leave a few buttons open and roll up the sleeves when you want the look to feel more relaxed.

Lilian Afegbai
You can’t go wrong with a silk shirt and white tailored shirt accessorized with a brown belt

 

Sophia Chisom in white tailored shorts
A pink monogram-detailed shirt with white shorts gives off a refined look

 

Layer Your Belts

A belt can do more than hold your shorts in place. A slim leather belt defines the waist and works particularly well when you are wearing a shirt or top tucked in, while a gold chain belt adds texture and a little more interest. If you are feeling adventurous, layer the two over a simple outfit and let the belts become part of the styling.

Frances Theodore in white shorts
Accessorize your white shorts with a leather belt and a gold chain belt