Are Beyoncé's shorts a throwback or what? Don't you remember the days when studding a pair of cutoffs [1] and distressing them beyond belief was the perfect afternoon activity? Bey's bringing that look back in a big way. She arrived in Barcelona with JAY-Z in what was practically denim underwear from Coal N Terry Vintage [2] ($108), adding bright pops of color with a Céline colorblock blouse, cherry-red Illesteva sunglasses [3] ($220), and a python-print Dior tote in powder blue.
The star finished her outfit with taupe suede sandals — she didn't need any shoe crazier than that [4]! — and struck a pose for the cameras, flashing all angles of her cheeky bottoms. While we're naturally amused by the color palette Bey was showcasing, we're even more struck by her bootylicious jeans, and you bet we're on board to try them out deep in the heart of Summer. Scroll through to get inspired, then join us.
Beyoncé's Exact Coal N Terry Vintage Back Studded Denim Cutoff
Coal N Terry Vintage Back Studded Denim Cutoff [6] ($108)
Yaolor-Women Casual Cotton Punk Rivet Studded Distressed Denim Shorts
Yaolor-Women Casual Cotton Punk Rivet Studded Distressed Denim Shorts [7] ($7-$9)
Fashion Nova Tell Me 'Bout It Stud High Rise Shorts
Fashion Nova Tell Me 'Bout It Stud High Rise Shorts [8] ($18, originally $23)
L'Agence Zoe Studded Distressed Denim Short in Authentique
L'Agence Zoe Studded Distressed Denim Short in Authentique [9] ($180, originally $260)
The Kooples Studded Distressed Denim Cutoffs
The Kooples Studded Distressed Denim Cutoffs [10] ($185)
Cocainat High Waist Button Fly Punk Rivet Studded Denim Short
Cocainat High Waist Button Fly Punk Rivet Studded Denim Short [11] ($31)
Good American The Bombshell Short With Love
Good American The Bombshell Short With Love [12] ($169)
Fashion Nova Hidden Treasure Pearl Denim Shorts
Fashion Nova Hidden Treasure Pearl Denim Shorts [13] ($28)