Shorts For Every Body: Styles for Different Legs
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Full Gams
One woman's fashion trash is another's treasure. Of course, these shorts aren't trash by any stretch of the imagination, however, they will look better on a fuller frame than on one that's petite. Smaller girls will get overwhelmed by all that fabric and shape. But it's just the thing for a woman with beautiful, full gams.
Chloe image: IMAXtree
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Developed Calves
These shorts have structure and shape, with a mid-length that draws the eye inward and upward. It's the perfect shape for athletic calves, as it provides a slim balance.
Hussein Chalayan image: IMAXtree
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Long and Lean Stems
Vertical creases can make or break your look. And while conventional wisdom might say the long line has slimming effects, it can point the eye to fabric that's too tight, which is why a longer pair with vertical stripes is ideal for long, lean legs. It emphasizes beautiful length, while balancing it at the same time.
Chloe image: IMAXtree
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Legs for Days
Prints can be confusing to style, no doubt. And for girls with short and shapely legs, they can just be too much. That's especially true of the bold prints of this season. Big, graphic color calls for a long pair of long legs to pull them off. If you've got 'em, flaunt 'em!
Hussein Chalayan image: IMAXtree
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Shapely
Silky shorts are gorgeous on many types of legs, but they really tend to shine on legs with serious shape. Why? Because as they move, they define the shape (by clinging to skin) without being too suggestive. It's a classy way to show off curves and go bodycon.
Hermès image: IMAXtree
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Petite
There's no hard and fast rule about who can and should wear short-shorts. We all have the urge from time to time. But on long legs they can be nighttime fare and on petite frames, they're perfect for day.
Hermès image: IMAXtree
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Shorty
There's petite and then there's short. Don't despair. Short legs can be beautifully showcased with a pair of heels, and high waisted shorts that give the illusion of length.
Gianfranco Ferré image: IMAXtree
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Straight and Narrow
For those that do have Olivia's legs, slender and lean, a pair of shorts that are slim cut, though bring their own shape to the table, are a great bet. These would be darling with flats or heels.
Carolina Herrera image: IMAXtree
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Universal
These pretty shorts by Cacharel aren't just cute or on-trend. They also happen to be universally flattering on many body types. Not too tight, nor too short, replete with pockets and movement, if you have one pair, look for one like this.
Image: IMAXtree
