To make this list, we tested best-selling men’s shorts from top brands throughout the year (some of our editors are based in Los Angeles, making that possible).

Best Cargo Shorts for Men While the cargo short's suite of pockets have always been useful, but can also be bulky, and quite frankly, kind of ugly.

From military roots to modern innovations, the best cargo shorts for men are a blend of fashion and function. Check out the 11 best options right here.

The Best Men’s Cargo Shorts, According to GQ The Best Cargo Shorts Overall: Polo Ralph Lauren Gellar Classic Fit Cargo Short, $99 The Best Budget Cargo Shorts: Gap Relaxed Cargo Shorts, $50 $24 ...

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The best cargo shorts for men deserve more credit than they get—especially when they look this good. Here's every pair we like in 2025, and why you need 'em.

Those cargo shorts. The baggy ones that hang well below the knee with the billowing pockets that, for some reason, are never filled with anything more than crushed bags of Ruffles Cheddar & Sour ...

10.5-Inch Classic Fit Twill Cargo Short We’ve tested a lot of cargo shorts over the years, but Ralph Lauren's twill option is still the best in class.