/ 10 July 2018

How To Style Shorts In The City

If the idea of wearing shorts in the city this summer sends you running for the hills, think again. We're here to prove that humble cut-offs can be chic, flattering and a viable alternative to trousers when temperatures climb – all you need is a good edit. Here's how we'll be wearing the look...

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Look One

For a glamorous night time look that doesn't show too much skin, try teaming loose fitting blouses with high waisted styles, adding staggering heels and statement accessories for extra drama.

Round Frame Sunglasses

Chloé,

£265

Paperbag Waist Shorts

& Other Stories,

£25 (were £49)

Gold Tone Earrings

Kenneth Jay Lane,

£40

Alphabet Gold Tone Ring

Chloe,

£180

Freya Print Top

Velvet By Graham & Spencer,

£165

Buckle Detail Sandal

Missguided,

£28

Look Two

The key to nailing shorts for daytime? Don't over do it. Stick to matchy matchy pale shades and smart, structured separates for a polished edit.

Linen Top

H&M,

£9.99

Paperbag Waist Shorts

& Other Stories,

£25 (were £49)

Leather Western Jacket

Topshop,

£250

Woven Cotton Bag

Alienina,

£150

Leather Slippers

Nicholas Kirkwood,

£365

Blue Tortoise

Ipizi,

£33

Look One

Juxtapose casual, bloomer-like shorts with fitted blazers and kitten heels for a grown-up spin. We love an unexpected injection of pastels in a dark outfit too.