Here’s how to style bike shorts
Suffice it to say, bike shorts have become one of our go-to wardrobe staples over the past few years. The once gym-bound short has blossomed into a cool girl-style fixture. They definitely had their viral moment but the question remains – are bike shorts still in style? The short answer – YES! They have become a wardrobe staple because there are so many ways you can wear them. Here are some cool ideas of how you can style bike shorts!
1. With a crop top + blazer
If you’re worried about bike shorts looking too basic – pair them with a cool blazer and a matching cropped top. We love this look because it looks simultaneously cool and casual. If neon green sports sandals are too much for you – you can always go with a classic white sneaker.
Y / Project
Y Project Draped Lapel Blazer - Black
$593.53
Italist
Isabel Marant
Ranya Pinstripe Double-Breasted Jacket Black
$1,490.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Wooyoungmi
Jacket Blazer - Black
$571.69
Italist
-30%
Maeve
Tailored Blazer Jacket Purple
$117.60
$168.00
Anthropologie
2. An oversized tee and a cool crossbody bag
This is the perfect outfit for when you’re out running errands all day. If you were a leggings all-day girly in the past, think of the bike short and oversized tee as the newer, cooler version. An oversized white tee or a cool graphic print work great for this look!
AMBUSH
Logo-Embroidered Cotton T-Shirt - Black
$298.10
Italist
Coperni
Baby Tee T-Shirt - Black
$187.67
Italist
3. With a loose-fit blouse and kitten heels
Looking for an office-ready outfit? Try a loose fitting white button-up! Business on top and sporty on the bottom! Finding shoes (that aren’t sneakers) to wear with bike shorts can be a little tricky – but a pair of cute kitten heels can do just the trick – in either a classic pointed toe or even in a more modern thong style.
On
Cloud 6 Sneakers White
$160.00
Anthropologie
Veja
Volley Sneaker - White
$174.61
Italist
-67%
Cole Haan
Womens Go-To Emalia Slide Bow Sandals - Brown Size 10.5
$49.97
$150.00
Cole Haan
Veja
Volley Sneaker - White
$124.83
Italist
Let’s keep it minimalistic. Wearing a cool bandeau top or even a tube top can be the perfect summer outfit for bike shorts. Add a cute knit or crochet bag and you’re all set to hit the farmer’s market!
Ganni
Raspberry Charm Pink
$190.00
GANNI
Madewell
The Clip Strap Pouch in Natural at Nordstrom
$78.00
Nordstrom
San Diego Hat Company
Nomi Pouch White
$28.00
Rue La La
5. Combat boots and a crewneck sweater
-22%
Dr. Martens
1490 lace-up combat boots - women - Calf Leather - 6.5 - Black
$201.00
$258.00
FARFETCH
-13%
Dr. Martens
Audrick combat boots - women - Leather - 6.5 - Black
$299.00
$343.00
FARFETCH
Ferragamo
Leather Combat Boot - Black
$636.71
Italist
Ferragamo
Leather Combat Boot - Black
$636.71
Italist
6. With knee high boots
A surprising combination we’ve been seeing on the fashion scene has been knee high boots and bike shorts. Chloë Grace Moretz wears them here with a cool blazer in a head-to-toe Louis Vuitton look outside of the show at Paris Fashion Week earlier this spring.
Moon Boot
Icon Glance Boot - Silver
$239.40
Italist
-48%
Naturalizer
Axel Weatherproof Knee High Boot in Black Wp at Nordstrom, Size 9 Regular Calf
$119.99
$229.95
Nordstrom
Michael Kors
Ridley Boot - Black
$232.40
Italist
-25%
Easy Spirit
Noma Knee High Boot in Dark Brown at Nordstrom, Size 8.5
$179.00
$239.00
Nordstrom