When it comes to dressing for summer, I always reach for a matching two-piece shorts set. It’s one of the smartest style techniques I’ve adopted over the years. They’re comfortable, easy to accessorize and versatile enough that you can wear them multiple ways so your look always feels fresh and new.

Since the season is just around the corner, we scoured our favorite retailers — including Amazon, Nordstrom and Walmart — to find the 17 best two-piece shorts sets, starting at just $20. Let’s dive in!

17 Breezy, Two-Piece Short Sets for Summer

1. Our Favorite: Customers rave over the lightweight and cozy fabric on this striped shorts set. It’s soft, breathable and made from skin-sensitive fabric.

2. Sale Alert! If you’re looking for a sign to book a summer beach getaway, buy this breezy button-down set and let it be your excuse — now 33% off!

3. Sweet Stripes: This on sale style, featuring striped, high-waisted shorts, comes in tons of color options and fits unbelievably well — now 40% off!

4. Butter Yellow: Embrace the butter yellow trend with this knit two-piece that’s comfy and versatile.

5. Coastal Cutie: This striped button-down and matching shorts set is ideal for a beach walk, lunch date or even as a cover-up. It’s practically begging to be worn on a trip to the Hamptons.

6. Denim Darling: We found your new go-to outfit for summer. This darling denim set is so easy to dress up or down and looks effortlessly put-together.

7. Lovely Loungewear: You’ll want to live in this soft and comfortable shorts set that shoppers said feels “like butter.”

8. Under $30: Reviewers said they get “compliments every time” they wear this $26 set.

9. Must-Have: If you’re looking for something lightweight and easy to toss on in a hurry, add this matching knit set to your cart. It’s lightweight, breathable and so flattering, according to shoppers.

10. Everyday Elegance: This striped set is equal parts preppy and sophisticated. The 100% cotton fabric is a dream in the summer heat.

11. Memorial Day Moment: You’ll live in this all-white set once summer starts. Pair it with flat sandals, sneakers or a good wedge.

12. Bermuda Babe: if you want a little more leg coverage, this bermuda shorts set is a great option and comes with a matching halter top.

13. Vacation-Ready: Pack this postcard print shorts set for your next vacay. The charming print and lightweight fabric is primed for the beach.

14. Buying ASAP: This button-down shirt and matching shorts feel classic yet modern thanks to the fun mixed prints.

15. Shopper-Loved: Snag this vibrant matching set that shoppers called “so comfy” and “perfect for summer.”

16. So Flattering: This sleeveless top and coordinating shorts set come in nearly every color and pattern — and they look good on everyone.

17. Vest Dressed: This tailored vest and pleated shorts make for the most effortlessly chic set you’ll never want to take off.