Shorts are an easy go-to during the summer. But are those summer outfits with shorts feeling particularly blah? These tips will help!
DENIM BERMUDA SHORTS, GRAY T-SHIRT, PINK FLIP FLOPS
DENIM BERMUDA SHORTS, WHITE BUTTON DOWN SHIRT, SIMILAR RAINBOW SANDALS, HOOP EARRINGS
Why the “before” shorts outfit needs improvements:
- A basic tee, untucked, gives your body zero shape. We need to tuck, half tuck, or knot THAT TEE!
- There’s nothing wrong with a GRAY T-SHIRT. In fact, I love this tee. But by itself, it’s very basic and isn’t do anything for this outfit. We can do better.
- RUBBER FLIP FLOPS are great…for the pool, only. They’re not great for everyday. We can find a better sandal.
A few easy ways to improve your summer outfits with shorts
- Choosing a purposeful top, like a CRISP, WHITE BUTTON DOWN is a much better choice
- Tucking the top into the SHORTS gives me a waistline near my natural waist, and gives me shape
- A FUN SANDAL breathes some life and fun into this basic outfit.
- Tossing on a simple pair of HOOP EARRINGS brings attention up toward my face
If you’re more of a visual person, here’s the same advice in action
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Other summer outfits with shorts you might like
Why these outfits work:
- Outfit 1:
- A bright top brings attention up toward my face
- The hat adds a fun accessory too!
- Rainbow sandals always make an outfit more fun, but with a hat and a bright top, a pair of neutral sandals would for sure work too
- The tie at the waist brings the hemline up toward my natural waist!
- Outfit 2:
- The top I’m wearing is oversized, so tucking it in helps define a shape so I don’t get lost in all the fabric
- A neutral sandal elongates my leg and keeps the attention up top
- A few delicate necklaces layered brings attention up there too and adds a little sparkle
Why these outfits work:
- Outfit 3:
- You don’t always have to tuck or half tuck your shirts! The hem of this swing top wasn’t too long, so I didn’t tuck it, and it works
- A stacked sandal helps elongate my legs. Especially helpful when my shirt is longer
- Outfit 4
- A graphic tee is a fun alternative to a basic top
- Half tucking the tee elongates the leg line
- A neutral sandal is always a good choice
- Adding a scarf in your hair is a fun accessory and brings attention up!
I hope this helps you put together great summer outfits with shorts!
