Trendy shorts to stay cool and comfortable on the hottest summer days

Summer is shorts season! As we all try to beat the heat however we can, many people practically live in shorts for the entire season. When it comes to style, though, shorts can be a little tricky - and that's why stylist Erica Wark brought us some of her favourite shorts to wear this season, so you can look amazing while staying cool.Check out the looks below, and watch the video above for more from Erica!

TREND ONE: THE SWEATSHORT

The sweatshort is a great warm-weather replacement for your favourite pair of sweatpants. Short, long, solid or printed, drawstring or without – there’s a sweatshort to suit all tastes. They’re perfect for working from home, backyard hangouts and cottage getaways too.

GET THE LOOK:

TKEES jogger short | TKEES longsleeve tee  | Jenny Bird chain necklace | Jenny Bird chain pendant | Jenny Bird chain necklace | Topshop, Hudson's Bay sunglasses | Massimo Dutti sneakerFrom the rack:Roots sweatshort | Sense of Independence tie dye short

TREND TWO: THE PRINTED SHORT

Think beyond your solid neutral shorts this summer! Printed shorts are an easy way to update your collection of basic tees and tanks and can make such a statement.

GET THE LOOK:

Andrea Iyamah printed short | Andrea Iyamah printed robe | Babaton Aritzia bodysuit | Topshop, Hudson's Bay sunglasses | Zara handbag | l'intervalle sandalFrom the rack:Zara pineapple print short | Leith, Nordstrom tie waist floral short

TREND THREE: THE BIKE SHORT

The bike short is simply a shorter version of your favourite pair of leggings; cooler for summer, but just as comfortable and functional. Wear them around the house, for a workout, or pair them with a blazer and sneakers for a cool, casual look.

GET THE LOOK:

Aritzia bike short | All Saints t-shirt | Wilfred, Aritzia blazer | CoutuKitsch earring | Biko collar necklace | Topshop, Hudson's Bay sunglasses | Topshop, Hudson's Bay crossbody bag |Adidas sneakerFrom the rack:Selfish Swimwear tropical print bike short | Penningtons bike short | Old Navy bike short | Tendu Active bike short

TREND FOUR: THE LONG SHORT

The long short is not only stylish, but extremely comfortable and versatile. Wear them casually with a tank and flip flops; to the office with a blouse and blazer; or wear them for a night out with a crop top and heels. The silhouette is universally flattering because of the high waistline, pleating, pockets and roomier leg. Lengthwise, the hem should hit mid-thigh to just above the knee.

GET THE LOOK:

Look one: Gap bermuda short | Babaton, Aritzia knit top | Wilfred, Aritzia blazer | CoutuKitsch chain | Topshop, Hudson's Bay sunglasses | Zara bucket bag | Zara heeled sandalLook two: Gap bermuda short | Zara poplin shirt | Biko collar necklace |  Zara mesh shoe | Zara mini bagFrom the rack:Zara textured short | Zara denim short[video_embed id='1905429']BEFORE YOU GO: Jodie Turner-Smith doesn’t want to raise kids in America or the U.K.[/video_embed]