Taking a stand

Echo

I realize that this might not seem big for many other people, but I haven't worn shorts for years. This isn't the best pic, but I am in New Orleans taking a stand with my summer body .

7 years ago

Dressing

15 replies

Latest reply was from Angie

Anna

Active Member

I understand exactly where you're coming from. After reading the postings on this forum and hearing everyone else talk about taking a stand for the first time in 30 years I have worn shorts this summer. I never felt good doing it before but eventually you just have to be comfortable with yourself. Good for you !

7 years ago

Summer

Veteran

I don't see a picture, Echo, but good for you for getting back into shorts. I haven't worn them for some years now, but maybe I should give them another go, at least for wearing around the house and garden.

7 years ago

viva

Veteran

I wish your picture were here, Echo. I'm struggling with shorts this summer and am inspired by your words!!!!

7 years ago

chewyspaghetti

Veteran

Not only am I wearing shorts, but I am wearing the shortest shorts I ever have this summer....at the age of 43! For me, the color makes a huge difference in how I feel in them. I had always bought black or dark denim shorts. I'm pale, and I discovered white or light colored shorts don't visually cut my body up as much and I am much more comfortable in them, even in shorter lengths.
Good for you!

7 years ago

kkards

Veteran

we are our own worst critics….good for you

7 years ago

Suz

(website)

Veteran

I don't see a photo either but I applaud you!!

7 years ago

unfrumped

Veteran

Hooray and I get this for sure.
And what chewy spaghetti said- for me it's " medium- light" colors like khaki, gray, medium range summer colors and footwear in same range.
As I grow older there's less and less ability to deny aging changes and the realization that, if I'm lucky I will live to be pretty old and well, if so, I'm gonna LOOK OLD. So it won't be able to be much about the physical package ( notwithstsnding my happy glow!).

That said, I'm still a long (er) pants person for a lot if occasions because I run cold and freeze in summer air conditioning. The ongoing " trend" for cropped pant styles and rolled hems that can be adjusted, and the slight BF styles that fit more breathably work well for me for casual wear- and my lookout is for lighter weight fabrics. So s goal is to keep uodated in some versions of these.

7 years ago

milehighstyle (Linda)

Veteran

I'm with you - I'm not going to suffer the heat in pants no matter what my legs look like. That being said, there are definitely some short styles that work better on me than others.

7 years ago

JAileen

Veteran

I don't see a picture, but I think everyone should feel free to wear shorts. Our local forecast for today is 105F. I will be wearing shorts!!!

7 years ago

Anonymous

Amen to what JAileen just said. You shouldn't feel like you can't wear shorts in these Hellishly hot temperatures we've been having.

7 years ago

catgirl

Veteran

Pic?

7 years ago

Louise

Veteran

Can't see the photo but good on you x It's taken a while but I've just picked up some black linen just above knee length shorts and I've got 2 pairs of workwear shorts. I couldn't find any suitable so bought trousers and got them shortened to just below the knee so they are smart enough for work but much cooler x

7 years ago

Janet

(website)

Veteran

Good for you! I can relate. Also I have had the same realization as chewyspaghetti. Shorts in lighter colors tend to be a little more flattering on my pale legs.

7 years ago

Momo

Veteran

Good for you! I too am wearing shorts this summer. I actually realized I like my legs! They are strong .

7 years ago

Angie

(website)

Fashion Stylist

I love that you're taking a stand, but can't see the pic.

7 years ago

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