Let’s face it, as soon as the sun comes out and the temperatures begin to pick up, we’re all going to be rocking shorts so now is the perfect time to add to your collection in time for the summer months ahead.
Passenger have just launched their Life Is Shorts collection and, quite frankly, you’re unlikely to find a better bunch of men’s shorts out there.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect pair of hiking shorts or something for hitting the beach in style, Passenger will have something that more than fits the bill. Check out our picks of all the best men’s shorts for summer from the guys at Passenger below:
Traveller All Purpose Short (£59.95)
Finding the perfect pair of shorts that can seamlessly transition from a gruelling summer hike to a spontaneous ocean plunge is no easy feat. Enter The Traveller 18-Inch All-Purpose Short—your new warm-weather daily driver. Engineered to effortlessly bridge the gap between trail-ready durability and aquatic performance, these are an absolute essential for the modern adventurer.
Crafted from a highly responsible, hard-wearing blend of organic cotton and recycled polyester, they boast a lightweight, airy stretch fabric that sheds water the second you step out of the surf. When it comes to everyday carry, the utility is entirely dialled-in.
You get secure, zipped front and back mesh-lined pockets to stash your essentials, alongside a brilliant internal shock cord specifically designed to keep your van keys locked down during a swim. For unbeatable everyday comfort and unexpected sea dips, this is the only short you need.
Drifter Cord Shorts (£64.95)
For those hazy, sun-drenched afternoons and laid-back van life weekends, a reliable pair of everyday shorts is an absolute must. The fan-favourite Drifter Short has been brilliantly reimagined in a highly wearable, 100% organic cotton corduroy.
Garment-washed to achieve that perfect, incredibly soft, worn-in aesthetic right out of the box, these feature a classic 18-inch cut that hits the style sweet spot for daily wear. Effortless utility comes courtesy of a relaxed elasticated drawcord waist and deep, essential-stashing pockets.
Swift Trail Shorts (£69.95)
For demanding hikes amongst towering pines and jagged peaks, you need apparel that actively keeps up. The Swift Trail Short is your ultimate off-grid companion.
Featuring a versatile 7-inch inseam and a soft, elasticated interior drawcord waist, they deliver a highly capable, dialled-in fit. The lightweight, quick-drying fabric ensures you stay fresh on gruelling ascents, while a brilliant packable design allows them to stuff effortlessly into their own back pocket.
Everyday carry is completely sorted thanks to easy-grip front zip pockets, a snap-closure rear pocket, and a dedicated key stash. Finished with a reflective patch, these are purpose-built for the trail.
Drifter NetPlus® Swim Lined Short (£44.95)
When it comes to upgrading your summer aquatic gear, uncompromising performance shouldn’t come at the expense of the environment. The brilliantly engineered Drifter Lined Shorts deliver exceptional in-water comfort while actively fighting marine pollution. The secret lies in their innovative construction, utilizing NetPlus® material—a 100% post-consumer recycled fabric forged entirely from discarded fishing nets.
Sourced directly from fishing communities by the eco-pioneers at Bureo, this fully traceable program intercepts destructive plastics before they can devastate fragile ocean ecosystems. It is a phenomenal, positive end-of-life solution for marine waste that directly empowers coastal communities.
If you are hunting for a highly capable, quick-drying short that leaves a significantly lighter footprint in the sand, this sustainable powerhouse belongs in your ultimate beach loadout.
Rialto 16″ Boardshort (£59.95)
Transitioning seamlessly from the woodland trails to the ocean swell requires a seriously capable piece of apparel. Enter the Rialto Boardshort. Engineered for uncompromising all-day comfort, this lightweight, high-stretch 16-inch short features a dialled-in flat waistband and a secure front tie-cord closure.
A built-in stretch-fabric liner guarantees maximum mobility, while a hook-and-loop back pocket—complete with a dedicated key loop—keeps your essentials entirely locked down in the surf. It is the definitive summer staple for the modern adventurer.
Cutback NetPlus® 17″ Boardshort (£59.95)
For the modern adventurer, gear that performs flawlessly in the water while actively protecting it is the ultimate win-win. The Cutback Boardshorts deliver uncompromising aquatic comfort with a seriously impressive, eco-conscious pedigree.
The secret weapon here is the innovative NetPlus® material. Forged from 100% post-consumer recycled fishing nets, this fully traceable fabric is a game-changer for marine conservation.
Spearheaded by the eco-pioneers at Bureo, this initiative intercepts destructive, discarded nets directly from fishing communities before they can ravage fragile ocean ecosystems. It is a brilliant, community-empowering solution that transforms harmful waste into high-performance surf wear.
