OX16 shorts, caps and bags: the warm-weather essentials

When the weather warms up, the pieces that matter most are OX16 shorts, an OX16 cap and a bag to carry your things. This guide covers the sweat shorts and denim shorts in the range, the headwear, and the OX16 bag options, with practical advice on sizing, styling and care.

OX16 shorts

The OX16 shorts category splits into two styles: heavyweight fleece sweat shorts and baggy denim shorts. Sizes run XS to 3XL.

Sweat shorts

The Burner Contrast Stitch Sweat Shorts and the Character Contrast Stitch Sweat Shorts are both £40, made from heavyweight cotton-blend fleece in a relaxed, boxy fit. The Burner pair has red contrast stitching and embroidery, while the Character pair has white contrast stitching with printed and embroidered graphics. They are comfortable for everyday wear and travel.

Denim shorts and jorts

The Vinyl Stitch Baggy Denim Shorts (£40) are heavyweight cotton denim in a wide-leg fit with white contrast stitching. The Digital Camo Baggy Denim Jorts (£35) have an all-over digital desert camo print in sand, brown and olive, with a wide leg that sits below the knee.

Sets and convertibles

If you want a full outfit, the Motion Logo Tee & Curved Piping Shorts Set pairs a heavyweight black logo tee with fleece shorts that have curved contrast piping and a drawstring waist. For changeable days, the Plaid Panel Convertible Zip-Off Pants zip off at the knee to become shorts. Both are covered in more depth in our tracksuit and sweatset guide.

Sizing OX16 shorts

• Most shorts are cut relaxed or wide-leg, so take your usual waist size for the intended fit.
• Sweat shorts and the Motion set use a drawstring-style waist, which gives some flexibility if you sit between sizes.
• Denim has less give than fleece. If you are unsure, compare the product page with a pair of jeans or shorts you already own, measured flat across the waist.

The OX16 cap and beanie

Headwear lives in the Beanies & Caps category and is one size.

• The Plaid Smiley Utility Cap (£30) is a six-panel cap with a curved brim in cotton-blend plaid fabric, with 3D embroidered branding, a utility fabric loop on the side and an adjustable strap with a metal buckle. The adjustable strap is what makes one size work for most heads.
• The Barbed Wire Slouchy Beanie (£30) is a stretch rib-knit beanie with an all-over print and a woven brand patch. It is more of an autumn piece, but light enough for cooler summer evenings.

The cap pairs naturally with the Plaid Smiley OX Tee, which carries the same plaid smiley motif. If you are wearing a busy graphic tee, let the cap be the plainer element, or the other way round.

The OX16 bag range

The OX16 bags category currently has two options, the Treat Mystery Bag and the Trick Mystery Bag, both £50 and one size. Both sit in the New Drop collection. As the names suggest, they are mystery bags, so read the product page for what is included before ordering. Bags are an easy finishing piece with jeans, hoodies or tees.

Choosing between sweat shorts and denim

Sweat shorts are the softer, more comfortable option for long days out, travel and relaxed weekends. Denim shorts hold a sharper shape and look a little more put together, which makes them a good choice for evenings or when you want the outfit to look deliberate. If you only buy one pair, think about what you wear most often: if your wardrobe is mostly hoodies and joggers, fleece shorts will feel familiar; if you live in jeans, the denim will slot straight in.

Putting together a warm-weather outfit

• Casual daytime: sweat shorts, a white graphic tee such as the Plaid Smiley OX Tee (White Edition) and the utility cap.
• Denim look: the Vinyl Stitch shorts with a black tee and clean trainers. The white stitching on the shorts ties in with a white graphic.
• Statement outfit: the Digital Camo jorts with a plain black logo tee, so the camo does the work.
• Evening: add a light zip hoodie over your tee. Our hoodies and jackets guide has the options.

Care

Wash fleece shorts inside out on a cool cycle and dry them flat. Wash denim less often, inside out and with dark colours, as wide-leg denim and prints can transfer colour when new. Caps keep their shape best when spot-cleaned or gently hand-washed rather than put in a machine; let them dry over a rounded object. Hand-wash the beanie in cool water and dry it flat. As always, the care label on each item comes first.

FAQ

Are OX16 caps and beanies one size?

Yes. Caps, beanies and bags are one size. The Plaid Smiley Utility Cap has an adjustable strap with a metal buckle.

What is the difference between the OX16 sweat shorts and denim shorts?

The sweat shorts are heavyweight cotton-blend fleece in a relaxed, boxy fit. The denim shorts and jorts are heavyweight cotton denim with a wider leg.

Can I return OX16 shorts if they do not fit?

Yes. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery as long as the item is unworn with tags attached.

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