Trapstar Shorts Set

Once it gets properly hot, I stop wanting to think about outfits. A tracksuit is out of the question, but I still don't want to look like I grabbed the first thing off the floor. That's where the Trapstar Shorts Set works: one top, one pair of shorts, already sorted.

Wear them together and you're dressed in about a minute. Or split them up later, since the pieces work fine with things you already have.

What Is the Trapstar Shorts Set?

It's a top and a pair of shorts sold as a pair, with colours and branding that match. You skip the guesswork of finding a tee that goes with the shorts.

The sets live inside the Trapstar Shorts collection, next to the single pairs. Each listing tells you which top you get and what both pieces are made of, so read it before you buy. The top isn't always the same one.

Why Choose a Matching Set?

Mostly it's about not having to decide. The two pieces already go together, so trainers are the only choice left.

But you're not stuck with that one outfit. I'd wear the top with jeans on a cooler day without thinking twice, and the shorts look good with a plain white tee. If you like each piece on its own, the set is really two purchases for the price of one look.

Design and Construction

Look at the full outfit photos first, because that's where you see how the branding runs from the top to the shorts. If you're a small-logo person, it's worth paying attention to how big everything is.

Matching colours don't mean matching fabric, so read the composition for each piece. In hot weather the weight of the material and whether the shorts are lined make a real difference to how you feel by mid-afternoon. A light feel is what most people want, but only the product details can tell you if you're getting it.

Have a look at the waistband and pockets as well. A drawstring or a zipped pocket is nice to have (a zip stops your keys falling out when you sit down), though it depends on the set.

Compared with a Trapstar hoodie or a full Trapstar tracksuit, you're showing a lot more arm and leg here. Even so, the fabric still decides whether you're comfortable or sticky by lunchtime.

Colours and New Releases

Black is the obvious one, and it's the one I'd pick if my trainers and bag are mostly neutral. White or off-white looks fresher in summer, if that version is available.

The branding matters as much as the base colour. Take the same black set with a bright print and then with a tonal logo. You'd hardly believe they're related.

For what's new, the Trapstar drop page lists releases. Sizes and colours on each product page are the ones to trust. If a piece is described as limited or as coming back, believe that only when the listing for that release says it.

How to Style It

• Wear the complete set: Trainers you already love, and that's the outfit. Neutral pairs keep it calm, and a bright pair gives it a bit of personality.
• Add a layer for the evening: It gets cooler after dark, so a hoodie or a light jacket over the top helps. Try the two lengths together in the mirror before you go out.
• Keep it casual: Sandals work for a lazy summer day. Pick shoes for what you're actually doing that day, and add accessories only if you feel like it.

Shorts Set vs Tracksuit

It comes down to how much of you is covered. A shorts set leaves your lower legs bare, and a short-sleeve top does the same up top. A tracksuit covers most of you.

So the shorts set is for heat. A tracksuit may be right when it's cooler, depending on the fabric. If the forecast can't make up its mind, bring a spare layer, because neither outfit is going to carry you through a whole changeable day.

Choosing Your Size

Treat the top and the shorts as two separate fits. Measure a top and a pair of shorts you already like, then compare with the listing. For the top I'd look at chest and body length, and for the shorts, waist and length.

Going up a size affects both pieces. It's easy to size up for roomier shorts and end up with a top that hangs like a tent. If you're normally one size on top and another on the bottom, see whether the listing lets you pick each size separately.

Where to Buy

The sets are on the Trapstar London store. Each listing shows what's in the box, the options and the price.

Add delivery to the total and read the returns page before you pay. And if the listing doesn't give a measurement you need, ask about it first. A quick question is easier than sending it back.

Frequently Asked Questions

What comes with a Trapstar Shorts Set?

Normally a top and shorts that match. The individual listing names the exact garments and their materials.

Should I order my usual size?

It's a fair place to begin. Then hold the measurements for both pieces against clothes that fit you, since a bigger size changes the top as well as the shorts.

How is a shorts set different from a tracksuit?

You get less coverage, so it suits warm days better. A tracksuit has full-length bottoms, and how warm or comfortable it is depends on the fabric and the top.

Where can I buy a Trapstar Shorts Set in the UK?

On the Trapstar London store. The product page has the sizes, the delivery details and what you receive.