Happy hump day! I hope the beginning of your summer has been filled with warm sunshine and fruity drinks galore! Mine has been all about acclimating to the midwestern heat. Missouri is a crazy state with incredibly hot summers and bitter cold winters. Who would’ve thought? Not me.
I’m super excited to share with you gals these adorable printed shorts! Tulip boutique (link here!) in Kansas City had them on their sale rack a few months back and I couldn’t resist. They’re incredibly light weight and airy for comfort on hot days. Plus, look at that great ruffle detail on the waist band! There’s nothing worse than sitting in a chair and sticking to it! Three tips for choosing shorts for the summer season:
- Choose cotton or linen fabrics that allow breathability!
- Don’t buy the size you wish you were, buy the size that’s comfortable. My biggest pet peeve is feeling like I have to keep my stomach sucked in while trying to deal with the heat.
- Choose a flattering length for your legs. The most flattering length for me is about a 4-5″ inseam. Sometimes I’ll also buy shorts that have a 6-7″ inseam and roll them up, which is really flattering!
I wore this beautiful turquoise and silver necklace with my shorts and tank! Coral and different shades of blue look really nice together. The necklace came from a Navajo woman in Arizona. My parents were out there visiting the Grand Canyon and many locals were selling their crafts and jewelry to tourists. I thought this was a really beautiful gift from my mom. She felt so bad that I couldn’t go on the family vacation with them!
Leave me a comment with your favorite style of shorts!
-Liz
Longish shorts, those look cute!
LikeLike
Thanks love!!
LikeLike
Love these! I love printed shorts there are so many ways to wear them!
xoxo,
Sena
http://www.simplysena.com
LikeLike
Those are such Cute shorts. Love the print!! And, that necklace is amazing!!
Xoxo,
Angelle
http://www.dashingdarlin.com
LikeLike
Thanks Angelle! The necklace is soo pretty!
LikeLike
I love these shorts! They look so comfortable!
LikeLike
They really are! Easy to wear!
LikeLike
Love these tips- they are exactly what I used to buy shorts this weekend! I went with what I needed rather than what I wanted in terms of size. I tried on 5 in. inseams and feels like my legs looked stout. It really is a guess and check game đŸ™‚ And the ones you are wearing are so cute!
Emily
http://darlingdearestblog.com
LikeLike
Yay! So glad it helped! It really is a guessing game! I’m 5’8″ so 5″ inseam is actually flattering. Every body type is different!
LikeLike
Glad to see you’re still around! I’ve been gone for a few months, and am just getting back into things here. đŸ™‚
LikeLike
I’m a southerner. My favs are always jean shorts of all lengths (well not Daisy Dukes). You look really cute in the print though. I’d never choose those, but you make them look great.
LikeLike
Thanks, Dawn! I used to wear jean shorts a lot but they would shrink so much in the wash I’d always end up feeling bigger when I tried to put them on haha
LikeLike
I love those coral shorts! Linen shorts are my fave because they’re so breathable. I’m always on the lookout for another good pair!
xo Mil
https://southbynorthwestblog.wordpress.com/
LikeLike
Yes! That’s all I buy anymore! Light weight is so much better for the hot months
LikeLike
These are the cutest shorts!! I definitely need a pair! You look gorgeous!
xo Mariam | The Petite Bijou
LikeLike
Thank you Mariam! I love these shorts because they make me feel pretty!
LikeLike
Love the shorts! I have a similar pair from J. Crew.
LikeLike
Super cute shorts! I totally agree with your comment of buying what you feel comfortable in and not what the tag says for a size. SO true! Such a pretty necklace as well đŸ™‚
xox,
Kristin
LikeLike
Right?! I always try to squeeze into a smaller size and I’m just done!
LikeLike
I completely agree with all your tips! I love these! So so cute babe! Xo
LikeLike
Thanks Nicole! xoxo
LikeLike
Those shorts are perfect on you!!! Love!!!
LikeLike
Thanks, Ruthie!
LikeLike
Cute outfit! And I agree on the cotton/linen fabric option. Gotta be able to move!
Xo,
Nicole Sometimes
LikeLike
Exactly! Mobility and comfort is key!
LikeLike
I love how colorful those shorts are!
xo Jessica
http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com
LikeLike
That was my first thought! Life’s too short for boring colors!
LikeLike
Loving the printed shorts! I’m a fan of all types of shorts it’s too hard to pick a fave, although, classic denim cut offs are always a good choice.
LikeLike
They are super cute shorts for the summer!
xoxo
Sarah
http://www.thehouseofsequins.com
LikeLike
Thanks love! They’re super comfy too!
LikeLike
Such a cute outfit!
LikeLike
Thanks Alissa!!
LikeLike
Love these shorts on you! So cute!
xO – Steph
http://www.urbanblonde.com
LikeLike
Thanks Steph! They’re my faves!
LikeLike