All Hail the Skort! Why We're Obsessed With This Summer Staple

If there's one thing that's synonymous with summer, it's a BBQ. The Levitate Skort ($69) is the perfect piece for any backyard BBQ thanks to its comfortable design. It boasts breathable Featherweight Stretch™ fabric that remains light and smooth against skin while letting air flow through. The high-waist and fitted built-in shorts make this one piece that is equally equipped for backyard games as it is after-grilling hangs.

Perhaps it's an errands day. Perhaps it's a coffee and stroll day with your best friend. For those good old regular days, the Salutation Stash Skort ($79) is your match. This ready-for-it-all option is buttery soft and smooth against the skin, so you won't need to worry about rubbing or chafing. Consider it your favorite yoga pant in skort form.

If you're craving a bit more action, serve up a winning look with the Ace Tennis Skort ($69). This slick, flounce-style tennis skirt is equally ready for the streets as well as the tennis court. Built-in pockets and hem grippers make this piece a top performer that's ideal for a workout.

Just as its name implies, the Brooklyn Skort ($59) is a perfect option for urban adventures and commuting to the office. You'd never know by looking at it that this skirt actually has shorts — but that's why we love it. It's formal enough to pop into your favorite cafe or even go to the office but casual enough to keep you comfortable all day long.

If you're known for brunches that turn into dinner that turn into dessert, you need an outfit that can seamlessly go from one activity to the next. Our pick to do just that is the Transcend Skort ($79). This wrap-like skort has a second-skin feel that doesn't restrict your mobility and makes it feel like athletic wear, but the scrunch-up or -down style elevates this skort beyond a one-trick pony.

When you've got an early tee time, the last thing you need is to stress about what you're wearing. The Fairway Golf Skort ($69) takes all the worry away simply because it has it all. It has five built-in pockets, full-coverage shorts, sweat-wicking properties, and UPF 50+.

You may not hear "hiking trail" and think skort, but hear us out. The Trekkie Skort ($69) is designed specifically for fitness. This activity-ready option features longer fitted shorts made for running and hiking as well as an abrasion-resistant skirt with two-way mobility.

Another option perfect for those summer-morning runs is the Run With It Skort ($59). We like this option for its looser fit that keeps it a bit breezier and lighter, which allows for added airflow. Plus, the broad waistband and split sides mean this skort is ready for sprints.