SHORTS

Men’s shorts have become an essential part of modern dressing, especially in a climate where comfort, movement, and polish need to work together. At Selected, we see them as more than warm-weather staples. They are versatile pieces designed with tailored precision, clean silhouettes, and the considered ease that defines a refined wardrobe.

The Indian climate is not forgiving. Summers are long, transitions are brief, and the need for bottomwear that genuinely performs across different settings, a weekend brunch, an afternoon in the office, and an evening rooftop gathering is real and constant. Our men's shorts collection is built precisely for that reality.

What Makes Our Men's Shorts Different?

The question worth asking before buying any pair of shorts is simple: Does this actually fit into my life? Not just your body, your actual days, your actual occasions. At Selected, we design men's shorts around fit first. Every silhouette is mapped to real-world movement, which is why our collection spans regular, slim, relaxed, and even oversized fits, giving you a genuine choice rather than a token range.

Our colour palette is deliberate and worth paying attention to. Across the collection, you will find versatile staples in navy, olive, beige, black, off-white, and earthy browns — shades that work instinctively with the rest of your wardrobe. This is Nordic simplicity translated for the modern Indian dresser. Nothing loud. Everything cohesive.

The Styles Worth Knowing

Our men's shorts collection is broad enough to cover ground — but not so scattered that it loses coherence. Here is what you will find:

Chino Shorts — The Reliable All-Rounder

If your wardrobe could only hold one style of men's shorts, chino shorts would make the strongest case. Clean construction, a flat front, and a structured silhouette mean these sit in a rare middle ground between dressed and casual. Our chino shorts come in a mid-rise fit with regular length — a proportion that flatters most builds and reads as put-together without feeling stiff. In black, olive, navy, off-white, and green, they are the kind of versatile staples you will reach for again and again.

Linen Shorts — Built for the Indian Summer

Among the most considered pieces in our collection, our linen shorts are the product of a specific design brief: what does a warm-weather short look like when it genuinely does not compromise on polish? The answer is a mid-rise silhouette, clean lines, and a relaxed-but-structured drape that breathes without losing shape. Our linen shorts are available in beige, blue, white, green, and terracotta-adjacent tones — a range curated to work across the Indian palette.

Whether drawstring or flat-front, these are men's shorts that carry themselves — pairing as naturally with a linen overshirt as they do with a plain white tee. Contemporary elegance, done with the simplicity that defines our design language.

Cargo Shorts — Utility Without Compromise

Cargo shorts have long carried an image problem, most of it deserved. Our version addresses that directly. Clean pocket placement, a mid-rise construction, and a slim-to-regular fit keep things proportionate and modern. In deep lichen green and black, these are a far cry from the oversized utility shorts of a decade ago — and that distinction matters. When styling men's shorts for a weekend or a city commute, cargo shorts done well offer the most practical option in the edit.

Drawstring & Textured Shorts — The Casual Edit

For those days when structure should loosen slightly, our drawstring shorts and waffle-textured co-ord set shorts offer a different kind of polish. These are not loungewear styled as outerwear — they are genuinely finished garments that happen to carry a more relaxed sensibility. The waffle-textured co-ord short, available in black and off-white, is particularly notable: designed to be worn as a set with the matching top, it takes effortless dressing to a very considered place.

How to Style Men's Shorts — The Best Pairings

Men's shorts are only as strong as what you build around them. A few pairings from our collection that consistently land well:

Chino shorts + half-sleeve linen shirt: The most versatile formula in warm-weather dressing. Keep the colours tonal — navy shorts with a pale blue shirt, olive with off-white — and the result is consistently refined. Add loafers, and the look moves effortlessly into smart-casual territory.

Linen shorts + polo tee: This pairing does something most combinations do not — it reads as both relaxed and deliberately styled. Our beige or white linen shorts with a polo t-shirts in a contrasting tone deliver that quietly elevated weekend look.

Cargo shorts + oversized crew neck: A pairing that captures contemporary casualwear at its best. The structure of the cargo shorts grounds the volume of an oversized tee. This is the kind of look that works for a café, a gallery, or a city weekend — provided the proportions are right.

Drawstring shorts + camp collar shirt: Leave the shirt untucked and unbuttoned over a plain tee. This is not a complicated look, but it is a very good one — the kind of effortlessly confident dressing that Nordic simplicity lends itself to naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of men's shorts does Selected offer?

Our men's shorts collection spans chino shorts, linen shorts, cargo shorts, drawstring shorts, knitted shorts, striped co-ord set shorts, and waffle-textured shorts. Each style is available in multiple colours and comes in a mid-rise construction. The range covers regular, slim, relaxed, and oversized fits.

What is the fit like on Selected men's shorts?

The majority of styles in our men's shorts collection are regular fit, mid-rise. We also carry slim fit options for a cleaner, more tailored silhouette, and relaxed or oversized fits for a more casual lean. All styles are available from XS through XXL.

Are Selected men's shorts available in co-ord sets?

Yes. Our waffle-textured shorts and striped shorts are available as co-ord set pieces, designed to be worn with their matching tops for a cohesive, considered look. The waffle co-ord is available in black and off-white; the striped co-ord comes in white and beige.

Where can I buy Selected men's shorts in India?

Our full range of men's shorts is available online with convenient sizing filters, multiple payment options, and delivery across India. Select styles are also available at our physical store locations. Use the store locator on our website to find the nearest one.