Shorts are an absolute summer essential, but that doesn't mean you can't wear them during the spring. See, there's a trend that's been lurking in menswear since 2009, and consists of folks wearing tights under their shorts. As big of a style risk as it may be (Hey, it ain't for everybody), this dress-for-the-gym look has surfaced back on the scene with many rappers (from Big Sean to Pharrell) and celebrities incorporating it into their outfits. So back to the topic at hand, shorts. They play a big part in pulling off this look. So whether or not you want to rock them with tights, we compiled a few of the best shorts available now. Don't wait till the summer.

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