How to Wear Shorts: Style Tips for Men and Women

Like most garments popular amongst women and men who love to dress casually, short pants offer the ideal balance between comfort and fashion. And best of all, they are incredibly versatile, as they come in many different designs and styles and are made of a huge variety of materials. Different types of short pants come and go in and out of style, but in some form, they always find their way in beautiful casual outfits, as well as in sportswear.

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They are an ideal garment for the summer when we want to wear as little as possible, and still, look decent. However, even though we wear pants all the time, when it comes to short ones, things can get trickier, as these garments can be pretty hard to choose and combine, both for women and for men. The biggest reason why it’s so important to choose perfectly for yourself and combine them well is that they can look quite odd and unflattering if they don’t fit well and if they aren’t matched well with your shoes and your top.

While some people have a lot of pairs of short pants in their closet, and they always wear them in the summertime, there are others who are afraid to try, or it has never crossed their mind. But there are good reasons why you should go for it and add a nice pair of shorts to your wardrobe. Contrary to the belief of many, anyone can pull off the look – regardless of their body’s shape or their age, as there are lots and lots of options, and in truth, they aren’t as hard to wear as they seem.

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How Should Women Wear Shorts?

Many women think that short pants simply aren’t for them. But while you certainly don’t have to wear them if you don’t feel comfortable enough, as there are many ways to feel nice in summer, if your reason to hate them is that you think they can’t look good on you, we encourage you to try to find a pair that will suit you.

Of course, things aren’t complicated if you are looking for a pair for working out. Nevertheless, if you are trying to look good in them, there are some things that can help you narrow down to the best choice for you. First of all, shorts come in many different lengths, and this is one of the things that will most influence how they look at you.

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Even though there isn’t a very strict rule as to the ideal inseam length, generally shorter pants look best on shorter women – because they make their legs look longer –, and longer short pants, like knee-length or somewhere between the thigh and the knee, look best on taller women. On the other hand, mid-length can look great on anyone.

Another thing to keep in mind is how tightly they fit on you. Ideally, the pants shouldn’t be too tight nor too wide. Choosing a good size is more or less the same as when you are choosing jeans, but you need to be extra careful about the backside. Also, make sure that they aren’t too tucked in between your thighs. Furthermore, if you’ve been afraid of wearing short pants so far, you can start with something safer, like a pair that won’t be too tight but will still follow the line of your legs, and go with a length that feels comfortable to you, and make the outfit your own, with your favourite neckless, or other jewellery and accessories.

Depending on the style of the pants, almost any type of shoes can look good with them – sneakers, fashionable sandals, loafers, espadrilles, etc. You can also wear high heels with dressier short pants. If you want to visually lengthen your legs, you should for shoes in natural colours, and in colours that are close to your skin colour. When it comes to the top, match it as you would any type of pants. You can try balancing loose tops with tighter pants and the other way around, you can go all tight or experiment in any way you want.

How Should Men Wear Shorts?

Choosing shorts may not seem as tricky for men, especially if you are going to the beach or if you only wear cargo pants. However, you are looking for a pair that will look more fashionable, there are some simple guidelines that can help you avoid feeling weird. Essentially, if style and looking good are your objective – never ignore how the pants fit you. Regardless of the style, you are going for, the fit is vital.

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So, for example, if you are going for looser pants, don’t buy a bigger size, but instead, find a model that’s meant to be looser. Length is also important. Short pants that go past your knee are ok for younger guys and skaters. Instead, look for a pair that is just above the knee. For fashionable casual outfits, don’t buy shorts that are too long, as they can make you look shorter, or ones that are too baggy or too tight.

Now, for men, combining short pants for a fashionable casual look, not for a streetwear style, can be difficult, but if you choose the right top and the right casual shoes you can get some amazing outfits. So, you’ve chosen a style that’s flattering, that looks good in the front and in the back, and now it’s time to put on shoes and go out. The simplest shoe to combine shorts with sneakers. Nevertheless, they can also look stylish with loafers, moccasins, espadrilles and other types of casual shoes.