Men's Pleated Linen Shorts

These classic men's shorts bring a tailored look to warm-weather dressing. Front pleats shape the fit through the hip and give the leg a relaxed drape, while deep side pockets and clean back welt pockets keep the finish neat and understated. The pattern suits anyone comfortable with a standard trouser construction and wanting a smarter alternative to casual pull-on shorts.

Linen is the natural first choice, giving the pleats a soft fold and the breathability that makes the style wearable in high summer. Linen blends, cotton chambray, lightweight twill and seersucker all work well too. Wear them with a knit tee for weekends, or with a short-sleeved shirt and loafers for holidays, garden gatherings and warm-climate travel.

Sizes run from XS to 5XL (XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL). The pattern is a PDF for printing at home on A4 paper, and it also includes an A0 file for printing at a copy shop. Each size is a separate file, so you print only the size you need.