Let’s keep things short and sweet – the key to looking spiffy in shorts resides in the material. Try to avoid cotton, which can be a tad too flimsy and casual. Also, gun for interesting textures and details to add that extra dash of oomph to your #OOTD.
Photo: Zara
This is a pair of shorts we’d gladly wear anywhere. The versatile camel brown hue, braided cord detailing and overall soft finish tick all the right boxes for us. Play up the cowgirl feel with gladiator sandals and go with a feminine bow-print blouse so you don’t come across as overly matchy-matchy.
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Lace is THE material to reach for on days when you feel all girly and dainty. This pair also features ruffled hems that makes it resemble a skirt, which is all the better. Go for a matching lace top to look oh-so-coordinated in a cinch – the bold green is already sure to set you apart from the fashion pack. Be sure to keep your accessories and shoes as understated as possible to let your bold and bright outfit take centre stage.
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You can never go wrong with a pair of chic striped shorts finished off with a thin brown belt. Team it with a simple white top, preferably with puffy shoulders to create some “volume” to balance the fitted bottom. If you’re ready to go all out, pop on a navy blue beret to really play up the nautical theme. Aye aye, captain!
Striped shorts with belt, Zara
A glossy finish is the way to go if you want to amp up the luxe factor. These shorts come with an elastic waist and drawstring detail, which may veer into jogging shorts territory, but the trick is to shift the focus by pairing it with a dressy shirt. Flaunt your beautiful decolletage with an open neck shirt, and let the puffy sleeves be the conversation starter. And don’t neglect your footwear – pull your #OOTD together with a pair of pointy red flats.
Wide open neck shirt with puffy sleeves, Zara
Sweet high-waist shorts that cinches the waist? Yes, please! Go ahead and wear that crop top without having to fret about baring your midriff. We think a yellow off-shoulder top complements the crisp white bottom perfectly, making for a getup that screams summer (and sorbet). Now all you’re lacking is a pair of squeaky clean white sneakers. Oh, and maybe a straw hat.
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Who says you can’t wear floral on floral? Fashion is all about having fun, so try matching blooms of different sizes for a tinge of unpredictability. This blouse comes with a ribbon at the back as well, which is perfect for us ladies looking for a good fit that will accentuate our body proportions.
Blouse with bow at the waist, Zara
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We’re all for hybrid pieces – skorts instantly elevate your style with the silhouette of a skirt, but at the same time, offer the convenience of a pair of shorts. What’s not to love, really? Take the chance to experiment with colour-blocking – choosing different shades of the same colour is your safest bet. Top it all off with a pair of white strappy sandals and you’re poised to impress.
Frilled poplin bermuda shorts, Zara
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A cosy outfit doesn’t necessarily have to look sloppy. You’ve already won half the battle with a tropical-print blouse teamed with cheery orange frilled shorts. Simply throw on a black pullover to create some eye-catching contrast, and let the blouse collar and hem peek out to bring some patterns into the mix. Lastly, slip into a pair of mules and you’ll be ready to conquer the day without sacrificing comfort and style.
High waist frilled shorts, Zara
We love the interplay of this pair’s curved hem and its geometric motif. The draped panels create the illusion of a fuller hip, so we recommend going with a cropped blouse that has equally interesting details – check out the frills along the neckline, and the tie detail that cheekily allows you to show some skin. Don’t fuss with accessories because this relatively ‘busy’ outfit has done all the work for you. If you must, swoosh your favourite shades to the top of your head to look effortlessly put-together.
Cropped knotted blouse with frills, Zara
Toteme split printed silk crepe de chine shorts, Net-a-Porter
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