The Elder Statesman Ida Checkered Tap Short

Product Insights & Style Tips

The Elder Statesman’s Ida Checkered Tap Short is California cool translated into pure luxury. Rendered in 100% cashmere, the cream checkered knit feels both plush and breezy, landing somewhere between weekend leisure and high-grade indulgence. Every touch is light, almost cloudlike, but with a quietly graphic check that hints at playfulness without going overboard. The ribbed trim and signature Elder Statesman hand-feel frame the silhouette with a sense of ease—a nod to the brand’s laid-back, art-infused roots in Downtown LA.

The pull-on construction with an elasticized waist gives these shorts a relaxed fit that hugs just enough—the line is unfussy and casual, with a lightweight drape that moves with you. There are no distractions, just a subtle shape that hits high on the thigh and holds its own with oversized shirting, slouchy knits, or even layered over tights as fall creeps in. Not sold as a set, the versatility comes in how effortlessly it can be mixed: an offbeat partner to the matching sweater, or a standalone statement with a crisp poplin or barely-there tank. Cashmere’s warmth keeps things cozy, but the weight is sheer enough to breathe through early mornings and late, sunlit afternoons.

The Elder Statesman blends posh materiality with a distinctly playful energy, standing apart from classic heritage knitwear. The Ida Tap Short’s checkered motif quietly nods to trend—think the ongoing love affair with modern knit sets and loungewear that dares to leave the house. Style it with a billowy blouse and sandals for peak West Coast ease, or cinch a tailored blazer on top for an irreverent, street-ready update.