Isabel Marant Étoile Nirma Shorts Ecru/Blue

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The Isabel Marant Étoile Nirma shorts channel an easy, borrowed-from-the-boys attitude with that signature French insouciance. Cut from a mid-weight, non-stretch, pure cotton weave, their crisp hand and clean lines are balanced by a laid-back ecru-and-blue pinstripe—a fresh riff on classic summer tailoring. Pleats at the front introduce volume and movement, giving the silhouette a louche yet sharply considered edge, while subtle details like the covered elastic waist and adjustable drawstring maintain the effortless appeal Marant’s Étoile line is known for.

The fit sits high on the waist, with a generous rise that elongates and flatters, easing down to a relaxed leg shaped by soft tailoring. A zip fly and button closure lend structure at the front, but it's the stretch-backed waistband that keeps things unfussy, adapting comfortably without losing shape. Thoughtful pockets—slant at the hip, welt at the back—underscore the utility, easily holding cards, keys, or a phone when you want to go hands-free. The shorts transition seamlessly from slow mornings to late summer suppers, stacking well with everything from an oversized linen shirt to a tank and open-knit sweater—no overthinking required.

This pair is pure Isabel Marant Étoile: boyish, understated, and always a touch undone. Think of them as a nod to the off-duty tailoring that’s become a mainstay from Paris to Brooklyn, equally credible poolside or city-bound, anchored by that just-right fit and subtle cool.