Shorts for spring are about as revolutionary as florals, but after popping up on several Spring 2010 runways, including Chanel and Givenchy Haute Couture no less, they’re a must-have now more than ever. After last summer’s proliferation of ragged daisy dukes, it’s high time for a more sophisticated weekend option. This soft leather pair from Tory Burch has a fun tie-dye print (a nice alternative to denim), but more importantly, it has a decent inseam. Looking downtown cool with no risk of overexposure? Now that’s change we can believe in. Click the image to shop.

-Laura Wasson