Our team recommends styles from Brooks Brothers, Uniqlo, and Wrangler.

Our style editors like how this is essentially a polished up version of a vintage military cargo short. Ralph Lauren uses a twill fabric that could work for a pair of dress pants, along with ...

While some jobs might require a slightly higher level of protection, the cargo pants work hard for the price. Machine washable, these babies come in a shocking 34 color and pattern options.

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Luckily, in 2025, the best cargo shorts are a far cry from oversized, pocket-packed relics of the Fred Durst era. Short lengths are inching back towards the knees, but with smarter proportions.

The best men's shorts combine comfort with style. We analyzed fit, fabric and features—and enlisted style experts—to find the top options for 2025.