Simple Styling Tips for Summer Shorts

Hi there -wishing you all a great start to the new week!

Summer, vacation, hot…it’s clear the next word almost has to be “shorts” right- smile.

Even as we get older with the right styling shorts can be a stylish summer wardrobe staple – I promise! Whether dressing up or down there are a few simple tricks to making sure your shorts outfit looks fab on you this summer!

Simple Styling Tips for Summer Shorts:

1. Match skimpy shorts with a wider fun top.

The wider top over smaller shorts will make your legs look slimmer.

River Island Embroidered Off The Shoulder Blouse

Vila Broderie Bardot Top …I love this so much, think i’ll have to order one myself!…In case out of stock here similar.

2. Try high waisted shorts.

Sounds odd but these actually have the effect of making legs look longer.

Monki Denim Shorts

ASOS Tailored A-Line Short in Linen

3. Wear a cropped wrap top or floaty top tucked in with your high waisted shorts.

This has the effect of making your waist look skinny.

Similar top here…and for those of you looking for exactly this top – it is actually part of a dress – you have to buy as a dress but it can be worn separately – see here

 Daisy Cutwork Top and High waisted shorts

4. Wear a sheer shirt partially tucked into hipster shorts with a belt.

Makes for a casual yet styled look. Also perfect for those that don’t like things tight on the waist.

Long Sleeve Frill Back Shirt

ASOS 2 Pack Studded And Plain Western Belt

5. Wear a long linen blazer or khaki shirt over your shorts.

The blazer will dress up your outfit whilst shirt keeps the look casual but both take emphasis away from your middle.

Missguided Gathered Sleeve Tailored Blazer

Glamorous Tall Pom Pom Coin Detail Utility Shirt

6. Match outfit with heeled sandals.

Any heels worn with shorts have the effect of making your legs look longer – chunky heels are perfect this summer.

ASOS HALFWAY Heeled Sandals

ASOS TALENT Tie Leg Wedge Sandals

7. Always – and I mean ALWAYS make sure your shorts are loose around your thighs.

Tight fitting shorts (unless for sports) almost always have the effect of any legs looking thicker than they are.

On that note I wish you all loads of fun styling your shorts! Have a fabulous day and see you again soon!

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FunkyForty

Hi! I’m Yvonne, a 40 something (wink) Kiwi, living in Zurich. I love fashion, travel, shopping and food – believing chocolate will cure almost anything!