Kelly Clarkson Just Showed Us How to Dress Up Shorts This Summer, and Similar Styles Start at $22

Many of us live in shorts during the summer, but if your denim styles feel too casual to wear into the night, Kelly Clarkson has an elegant and comfy alternative.

In an Instagram post, The Kelly Clarkson Show host posed with guest Kenny Chesney while wearing a bold red button-down shirt, black open-toe heels, and a pair of shorts etched with florals.

Florals are a popular pattern lately — Reese Witherspoon recently wore a wrap dress in the print, while Jennifer Garner opted for a floral midi skirt and sweater combo. Plus, florals add an elegant touch to whatever you wear with them.

If you’re looking for a dressier version of shorts, we’ve rounded up floral styles from Nordstrom, Amazon, and more that you can get from just $22. Keep reading to shop them.

Floral Shorts Inspired by Kelly Clarkson

Onlyshe Drawstring Shorts

If denim feels too stiff, consider these soft shorts. They have an elastic waistband as well as a drawstring that’s adjustable for a custom fit. The shorts have functional pockets, and they’re machine-washable for an easy clean. Bonus: They’re on sale for 20 percent off right now, and you can get them in 36 colors and prints, like floral, paisley, stripes, and more.

Btfbm Floral Shorts

Florals are elegant all on their own, but adding ruffles like with these Btfbm shorts makes them even more romantic. The shorts have an airy design thanks to the wavy hem, plus a high waistline that’s accented with even more ruffles. “They’re comfortable, flattering, and not see-through,” one five-star reviewer said.

Old Navy Taylor Linen-Blend Trouser Shorts

Stars like Gwyneth Paltrow have been wearing trousers this season, and you can get them in shorts form with this floral style at Old Navy. They have an ultra-high waist, so you can tuck blouses, tanks, and other tops into them. The shorts are also made from a linen-blended fabric that’s breathable, and the pleats help conceal lines. They’re on sale for just $28 right now.

Upgrade your basic denim shorts with these gorgeous floral styles you can wear on and off the beach. Find more of our favorite floral shorts below.

Wayf Carmen Floral Border Print Shorts

Lilly Pulitzer Buttercup Mid-Rise Shorts

Anthropologie The Somerset Shorts: Linen Edition

Ann Taylor Tie-Waist Pleated Shorts

Reformation Marley Shorts