Think You Can’t Wear a Suit in the Summer? Just Add Shorts!

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As much as we love a pantsuit, we don’t love the idea of wearing one in 80-degree weather. A suit’s best virtues—a bit of structure, cozy fabrics, maybe a little slouch—aren’t exactly made for sunshine and humidity, after all. But if you’ve been committed to the look all winter, we’re seeing a tailored twist emerge just in time for summer: the shorts suit.

If a blazer and matching shorts feels a little out-there at first, the combination is unexpectedly practical. It’s a “full look,” but doesn’t sacrifice comfort, and the blazer works as built-in temperature control: Take it off when you start to feel the heat (just wear a camisole or T-shirt underneath!), then throw it on again when you find yourself in overly chilly restaurants or shops. Add some chunky sneakers for the ultimate mix of business and pleasure. Shop our favorite springtime suits below.

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Balmain Double-Breasted Tweed Jacket

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Balmain High-Waisted Tweed Shorts

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Staud Tunnel Coastal Blue Check Blazer

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Staud Wilson Coastal Blue Check Shorts

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Topshop Tonic Sleeveless Jacket

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Topshop Smart Shorts

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Racil Alfie Single-Breasted Striped-Linen Blazer

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Racil Max City High-Waist Shorts

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Veronica Beard Miller Gingham Tweed Dickey Blazer

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Veronica Beard Carito Gingham Tweed Shorts

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WAYF Goodwin Blazer

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WAYF Titus Shorts

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Tibi Reversible Hooded Blazer

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Tibi Removable Quilted-Panel Shorts

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R13 Shawl-Lapel Leopard-Print Blazer

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R13 Leopard-Print High-Rise Shorts

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Mango Pockets Structured Blazer

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Mango Belt Bermuda Shorts

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Suistudio Cameron Blue Checked Jacket

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Suistudio Beth Blue Checked Shorts