Asta High-Rise Stretch-Wool Shorts

Hailing from the French fashion capital, Maje takes a typically Parisian – that is, polished yet defiantly nonchalant – approach to tailoring. After all, why wear suit trousers when you'd have a much better time in shorts? We think you'll agree after seeing the brand's Asta pair. Spun from pure wool with a hint of stretch, they're cut to sit at the waist and pressed with relaxed pleats: versatile enough for sleek blazers and chunky knits alike.

• 98% wool, 2% elastane

Marrying everyday luxury with a nonchalant elegance, Maje helped popularise the now-iconic 'French' look, and continues to be a touchstone for effortless Parisian style.