BLANKNYC Denim Short: Four Washes Worth Stealing

If you buy one pair of denim shorts this season, make it the BLANKNYC Denim Short, because the cut does the talking. The Caketopper pair runs 21.5 inches, a Bermuda-style length that sits above the knee, while the Wild Card pair is a shorter 13.5 inches with five pockets and belt loops. Both come from the same brand, so you can choose the length that suits your mood. Browse the full range in BLANKNYC Shorts and the denim shorts edit to compare silhouettes.

For a first pick, go with Caketopper if you want a grounded, utilitarian look; its gold-tone stitching suits a baby tee and a heavy belt, as the styling notes suggest. Out West is the choice for a boxy, high-rise 90s feel with a 10-inch hem, and See You Again suits anyone chasing a sharper, off-white street look. Wild Card works best for a bold, cropped statement. Pick the wash that matches your mood and you will wear it all summer.