https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 12 May 2026 19:37:07 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts/page/2#post-2049664 Thu, 01 Aug 2019 16:49:50 +0000 Anonymous 2049664@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like that cinnamon color! It's pretty low contrast to me Definitely don't want denim, though that shape and length could work. Should probably just go into a shop and try on many different styles-but meh! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts/page/2#post-2049532 Thu, 01 Aug 2019 04:45:33 +0000 Gigi 2049532@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I struggle with shorts too. I am short and curvy with a big behind and large thighs, and shorter shorts (3" inseam) just don't cover my rear end all the way! It seems like the only other choice is bermuda length. I don't often find shorts with 5" inseams, which I think would be perfect for me.</p> <p>I did happen upon these from Free People and am loving them. In fact, I have them on today! You could hack them off to whatever length you like. I had the raw edge topstitched so it doesn't continue to fray, and I fold up the bottoms to make it look like the shorts are cuffed. On me, the leg opening is snug on my thigh, not loose like on the model. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts/page/2#post-2049451 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 22:54:16 +0000 LaPed 2049451@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree with SarahD8 that width at the hem is important, regardless of inseam. Shorts that cling and/or ride up are so unflattering. Athleta has some potential options in colours you might like (olive and cinnamon). I have the Uniqlo linen shorts below (they have plenty of non-blue options too) and find them billowy enough. Also, the Everlane chino shorts. Gap, Boden, and J Crew shorts are all generally too slim through the leg for my preference, not good for muscular thighs.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts/page/2#post-2049422 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 20:47:40 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2049422@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sal, one person’s “high contrast” is someone else’s “skin color”. But I guess olive can be in the middle. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2049415 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 20:38:07 +0000 Sal 2049415@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Olive is a great colour for shorts. I have two black pairs ( one floral) and I think they are too high contrast. I am about four months from wearing them though!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2049382 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 19:32:00 +0000 Anonymous 2049382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Update, I did try on an olive pair on my lunch break. They didn't fit right, but the lower contrast made a big difference. The experimenting continues... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2049297 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 16:38:37 +0000 bj1111 2049297@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m ready to try harem shorts </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2049226 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 13:25:10 +0000 SarahD8 2049226@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For me the trick to shorts is about width more than length. I find some fluidity/ease around my thighs more flattering. I happen to prefer a shorter inseam (2-3”, which isn’t as short as it sounds when you’re 5’3”). Narrow shorts look terrible on me no matter the length. The Bermuda shorts that everyone on this thread is raving about were incredibly stumpifying even when I was 20 pounds lighter. So my advice is don’t give up if a “universally flattering” style...isn’t. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2049190 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 10:32:18 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2049190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>shevia, I have no issue with people wearing them, but once they're beyond the knee, "shorts" is a misnomer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2049141 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 03:10:24 +0000 Jaime 2049141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am 100% on team Angie here, and have a near duplicate of her silk harem shorts that I love. I do consider them shorts, as with all my knee length shorts and do consider this length most flattering on most people. Apart from everything else, mid- thigh or shorter shorts get stuck to seats! Seriously, everyone should wear what looks good to them - I live in a very hot climate and never wear shorts shorter than knee length. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048914 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 15:54:17 +0000 Janet 2048914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, thank goodness we have a a bit of a rest in humidity on many of these days. But 90+ makes me sweat no matter what the humidity! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048903 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 15:23:34 +0000 Anonymous 2048903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And Janet, it's only been 50-60% humidity most days this year! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048902 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 15:20:51 +0000 Anonymous 2048902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, maybe longer would be less awkward, since I like my skirts best knee or longer. Narrower looks better to my eye if long. The looser, flowy ones I like more shorter, but those models have much straighter bodies than mine. Ones like Angie's may work on my shape, but the dropped crotch may just look like saggy bum on me!</p> <p>Top wise I like the idea of wrap tops and boho blouses, when I can find sleeveless versions. </p> <p>Shoe wise I just wear nude to me shoes most of the time, and only sandals with shorts. If its warm enough for bare legs its warm enough for sandals </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048900 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 14:47:44 +0000 annagybe 2048900@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m thinking more structured<br /> “baggy”, if that makes sense, paper bag waist, pleated,</p> <p>I’ve also included finds from Angie’s recent post on Trendy Shorts </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048899 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 14:42:18 +0000 texstyle 2048899@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Hmm, I think whatever style pants or even other bottoms you wear can actually translate pretty good into shorts - meaning the rise and general fit up top, then it's just a matter of getting the right length (in my view at least).&nbsp; I have to admit that in early spring when I first start wearing shorts I feel like my legs need sun - and they get it when I swim and hike as I don't wear sun screen on my legs. Not sure if I'd love shorts as much if I lived in a cooler climate but I feel like they look fine and I'm well over 50.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I wear mostly denim shorts (I often used a sharp razor knife and long heavy steel construction ruler to cut jeans down to shorts myself). I guess I like a little structure in my bottoms, as opposed to a flowy type fit/fabric and cutting them myself gives me the option to cut them a bit longer and roll them as desired.&nbsp;&nbsp; <br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048897 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 14:32:18 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2048897@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><i></i></p> <p>Have you tried loose shortish tops (that wouldn't be so short on you) untucked with simple kinda short shorts? Like this</p> <p> <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.zalando.de/blue-seven-langarmshirt-lachs-bl821e003-j11.html">https://www.zalando.de/blue-se.....3-j11.html</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.zalando.de/warehouse-sable-animal-button-front-bluse-yellow-wa221e0ab-e11.html">https://www.zalando.de/warehou.....b-e11.html</a></p> </p> <p>And how are wrap looks for you? <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.zalando.de/mintandberry-bluse-tangerine-m3221e0dv-h11.html">https://www.zalando.de/mintand.....v-h11.html</a></p> </p> <p>Btw, I'm not suggesting any specific prices range, wouldn't put you or a thing you bought down because of the price. Not specific items either, because overseas.</p> </p> <p> <div><i>If that’s a bad look, best I don’t know because I think I look pretty good in them</i></div>Pure awesomeness</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048894 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 14:21:02 +0000 delurked 2048894@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just skimmed replies, but I’m with Angie. My best shorts are Bermuda length. Just above the knee or grazing knee. Slimmer leg. I don’t love it with tennis shoes, though I will wear them when needs must. I like a sandal with just a touch of heel (I don’t actually wear heels of any significance), but not completely flat is better. It’s also better with a lower vamp so a bit more of the leg line shows. I’d say play around with the shoes. </p> <p>If that’s a bad look, best I don’t know because I think I look pretty good in them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048887 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 13:54:09 +0000 Anonymous 2048887@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I didn't participate in the entire discussion very well&nbsp; - ooops.&nbsp; With regards to tops for shorts and how to make the whole look better, I bought&nbsp; &nbsp;5-6 printed tops in different styles with the intention to up my shorts game (from the usual plain tshirt or tank) .&nbsp; The experiment was a decided failure, and I'm really annoyed that instead of buying just one new top and seeing how it went, I bought a whole collection of them and wasted a lot of money.&nbsp; Most tops are too long on my shorter torso to wear with shorts, and I am NOT going to spend time and $ shortening a bunch of cheap $40 tops just to wear with shorts.&nbsp; My go-to with shorts now is a boho-style peasant top , maybe with an elastic wide&nbsp; neck (can be pulled down on the shoulder) . The volume looks decent with slim shorts showing beneath, and I feel somewhat more pulled together than I ever did wearing a plain tshirt.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048881 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 13:27:12 +0000 Janet 2048881@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I struggle with this too, despite having longer legs. But I just put some shorts on, semi-tuck a top, and move on. My preferred shorts lengths are like Sal’s — either mid-thigh (about 6-7” inseam on me) or knee-length and narrow. </p> <p>I faced it a long time ago that no one wants to see me in shorts, whatever my age. I have fat saggy knees and cellulite. My legs are shaped like upside down tree trunks. Oh well. When it’s 90 degrees and 90% humidity, I’m gonna wear whatever makes me sweat the least. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048862 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 12:55:36 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2048862@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What's wrong with a shorter torso, seriously? Post some pix and I bet the rest of us will not be convinced that you look bad. Maybe we'll even find an angle that will redeem the look for you. </p> <p></p> <p><b>Angie,</b> are you including the pedal-pushers/clam-diggers you have on in those pix under the term "shorts"?</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048859 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 12:51:36 +0000 Angie 2048859@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I see it differently and am in the minority. We all see different things and that's good. No negative judgements either way&nbsp;:)</p> <p>9 times out of 10, when a client is battling with shorts and she wears them a little longer - the planets begin to align.&nbsp;</p> <p>Visually, I think longer shorts are more flattering <i>on most</i> despite the high or low contrast, the necklines of tops, or adding heels. Hovering just above, on, or just below the knee - (just like a pencil skirt because it's where the body naturally cuts you into thirds, and your leg line in half) - is where my eye finds peace a lot of the time. The fit has to be great too.</p> <p>Of course, this is a sweeping generalization. Shorter shorts can look fabulous (especially on petites). But it's harder because it challenges the natural proportions of the body. Generally, clients who rock short shorts are extremely confident wearing them. They enjoy showcasing a lot of leg and it shows. Short, long, or regular waisted!&nbsp;</p> <p>I don't wear shorts unless they are long. These are my favourite shorts of all time. 10 years old and still going strong. Dressy, and like a skirt.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048825 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 10:38:52 +0000 Liesbeth 2048825@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My best tip would be to wear shorts with low contrast to your skintone, so there's not such an obvious cut-off line on the leg. For me that's shades from beige over grey to tan. I find it decidedly improved stumpy silhouettes in any short length. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048813 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 09:38:31 +0000 Anonymous 2048813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all!</p> <p>I'm wondering if changing necklines based on shorts length would help to look more balanced? Higher neckline, thus longer torso, with shorter shorts. Lower for longer. Maybe? High neck halter tops have been less awful than regular tanks-I think...</p> <p>Maybe technical fabric, like hiking shorts, or board shorts (for SUP) not denim? </p> <p>The only non gear/lounge shorts I own right now that fit are mid thigh length denim. Even though they're thin and stretchy, they still seem too rugged.</p> <p>In a couple months I'll be having the same angst re: casual pants! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048796 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 06:18:08 +0000 Suz 2048796@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm 5'4" and my legs are relatively short but longer hip to knee than knee to ankle. Plus I'm long in the rise and short in the waist. And my legs are (ahem) not my best feature. Shorts are not flattering on me really in any length, but I do still wear them. Bermudas cut me off but slim ones seem to work okay if I go for lower contrast top and footwear (if possible). Shorter shorts are a rarity for me but the best ones are sort of mid-length (like 5 or 6 inch inseam) and a looser style. I do think tops and footwear make quite a difference.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048791 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 05:55:39 +0000 bj1111 2048791@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jcrew chino shorts with a 3-4 in inseam is the only one that works for this short pear. The pockets pooch a tiny bit so I use as intended and stick my hands in </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048762 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 03:43:29 +0000 Anonymous 2048762@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My so.ution is no shorts ever. ( No one wants to see an over 70 year old man or woman in shorts! ) I wear crops instead. On really hot days a linen skirt or linen pants rolled to crop length are cool enough. Shorter or longer shorts than usual used to be my solution. Straight, not wide, for my skinny legs, including thighs. Banded bottoms on tops, or those that show some abs </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048748 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 02:03:26 +0000 Anonymous 2048748@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do that usually. It's less awful...but still awful-lol! Lower contrast to me may help, like olive instead of dark denim. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048747 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 01:57:45 +0000 Carla 2048747@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Do top and bottom same colour or tonally the same. My preference is for a short with a 5-6 inch inseam. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048739 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 01:28:27 +0000 Anonymous 2048739@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>High waist then shortens my torso-and I have 1 hand only between ribs and waist Lower waist could maybe work better, but then I worry about them sliding down!<br /> I thought mid thighish shorts would be the solution...make my legs look long, but still be reasonably covered. But then top and shorts are the same length-and I end up looking boxy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/de-stumpifying-shorts#post-2048735 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 01:05:44 +0000 Anonymous 2048735@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes swimsuits are much easier, even when my weight is higher! I'm guessing shorts work best for people with long torsos-more in balance or something. </p>