TheTrendSpotter: Athletic, relaxed, or preppy shorts are the quintessential summer staple that every man needs, but most have difficulty finding. Shorts, given their casual reputation, can read messy and unrefined if done in the wrong fabrics and if the fit is off. However, if done well, the shorts will read polished, boosting your casual wear for summery looks perfectly. From short shorts to dressier versions, we take you through the different types of shorts for men to wear.