Taylor Stitch Foundation Shorts

As summer approaches, chances are you’ll be on the hunt for some new pairs of shorts to enjoy the warmer weather and there is one pair that deserves to be one of your top choices in the shape of the Foundation Shorts from the guys at Taylor Stitch. For this first-class release, Taylor Stitch took their much-loved silhouette that takes its design inspiration from WWII military chinos and, to put things simply, lopped off the legs and what’s left may just be one of our favourite shorts to date here at Coolector HQ.

Available in a wide array of colours and priced at $92, the Taylor Stitch Foundation Shorts are great value for money and offer versatility in spades as they’ll look just as at home at the beach as they do in your local bar this summer. Taylor Stitch cast The Foundation Short in a lightweight yet robust organic cotton that’s been given a thorough garment wash for a lived-in sense of softness and finished it all off with the functional features that made their long-legged brother such a popular product.

These devilishly dapper and versatile Foundation Shorts have two slash front pockets, a low-profile coin pocket, and unparalleled YKK hardware to finish out the attractive piece of apparel that we’re loving here at Coolector HQ. When it comes to the ideal summer wardrobe rotation, it’s always a good idea to build on solid ground with pieces like these shorts from Taylor Stitch.

The characteristically tight weave and mercerized yarns of this heritage-inspired fabric result in a pleasingly smooth hand-feel and enhanced robustness over your average chino. In addition, the garment dye and wash of the Foundation Shorts ensure a broken-in feel from the very first time you pull them on. And as you put The Foundation Short through the wringer (we recommend wearing them hard and with great regularity) they’ll develop some striking patina, adding a touch of personal nuance to your laid-back summer style.

Leo Davie