Have you wandered on to this post, wondering what the hell a culotte is? Well, let us explain.

Once part of the upper-class gentleman’s wardrobe, the culotte now something of a fashion staple. For women. It’s most frequently seen as wide-legged shorts that fall at or below the knee but it can also be cut to resemble a skirt. It had its hey-day back in the 60s but now it’s seeing quite a revival.

In fact, you’re looking for shorts anywhere right now, you’ll probably have spotted these. It’s no surprise really. They’re long enough to be suitable for work while being stylish enough to be dressed in a pair of heels and a clutch bag.

Curious? We’ve picked ten of our favourite culottes that’ll work in the office or at the bar.

Anna Maria print culotte from Oasis

Priced at £40.

Available from House of Fraser

Printed culotte from New Look

Priced at £19.99

Available from ASOS

Sky at Dawn culottes from Kelly Love

Priced at £290.

Available from Young British Designers

Mosaic print culottes from Whistles

Priced at £160.

Available from John Lewis

Cube pleated cotton culottes from Runway 1205

Priced at £405.

Available from matchesfashion.com

Cape leaf culottes from Topshop

Priced at £42.

Available from Topshop

Pink wide crop linen-blend trousers from Marni

Priced at £580.

Available from Liberty London

Scuba culotte in garden floral print from ASOS Premium

Priced at £55.

Available from ASOS

Scallop detail culottes from Biba

Priced at £79.

Available from House of Fraser

Lace culottes with short underlay from Kirsty Ward

Priced at £425.

Available from Young British Designers