Cargo Shorts From The Explorer To The Wanderer

Summer style doesn't get much simpler than the ever faithful cargo short. With a comfy fit for when the temperatures begin to climb, and enough pockets to stuff half your life into, you'll struggle to find another style that will help keep you looking cool, and stay functional.

All in the pockets

Camera? Wallet? Phone? Whatever your taking out with you, whether you're at home or on holiday, there isn't much that a pair of cargo shorts can't keep safe whilst you're out and about. Rugged and durable, they're the perfect holiday companion; made to last, they'll be your favourite pair of shorts, coming out the holiday drawer year after year, looking as good as they did after their last trip. Whatever you're keeping in your pockets, make sure that you're sticking with your cargo shorts casual look. Avoid anything too smart on top- draw the line at a polo and don't even consider a shirt. These are the perfect shorts for daytime wear- they're durable, comfy, and easy to wear- so treat them that way. Link them with your favourite t-shirts and trainers, and stick to neutral colours like olive and stone to make it easy to match up colours.

Complete the cargo look

Shorts: G-Star Rovic Sage Belted Loose Short- Finished with a loose fit and some extra details that only G-Star carry off, these shorts come with button down pockets and drawstring legs for an adjustable fit.

T-Shirt: Nena & Pasadena Hunted T-shirt- A scooped neck and a slightly longer cut in the body give a relaxed fit, whilst the print gives this look a trendier edge.

Shoes:Fred Perry Kingston White Twill Tipped Trainer- Style doesn't get much simpler than a pair of white Fred Perry Plimsolls. The sheer white ties in with the Nena & Pasadena t-shirt, and the simple style makes these trainers perfect for wandering in the sun.

Shorts: Diesel Ensor Shorts- These are the perfect cargo shorts if you fancy taking a slightly smarter edge to your casual Summer look. Finished in dark navy, they are cut slightly slimmer the loose fitting G-Star, but keep all the benefits of wearing a cargo style.

T-Shirt: Blood Brother Never Alone T-Shirt- London street wear brand Blood Brother bring simple, clean design to this look with their Summer logo carrier t-shirt. We love the casual fit of this tee. It ties in with the easy style of the Diesel shorts perfectly.

Shoes: Converse Ox Low Navy- finishing off a casual street look with ease, these Navy Converse tie this outfit together, and give you some seriously comfy trainers to enjoy the sun in.

Shorts: G-Star Rovic Loose Grege Shorts Sand- Another loose fit, featuring some G-Star detailing, the neutral colour of these shorts make them easy to match up with pretty much any tee in your wardrobe.

Polo: Lyle & Scott Navy Polo- We love how easy it is to give any look a smarter edge with the use of a plain navy polo. This one, by Lyle & Scott, is finished with the vintage yellow eagle on the chest.

Shoes: Creative Recreation Kaplan Mesh Navy- Made with a lightweight mesh, these Creatice Recreation trainers give just the right amount of patent flash with out being too overpowering, and tie in with this outfit perfectly.

Ryan J Gray