Long legs necessary to wear shorter shorts?

agrace

As I said on the blog post in the comments, I've got my eye on these: http://tinyurl.com/ykfbz3u

I notice the model has long, thin legs. I do not I'd still like to give these a try. I tried them on in the store and wasn't blown over at all - but I didn't have tall boots on, etc. The question is....I'm an hourglass with more muscular legs. Am I better off staying away from this look? I know pictures would help but I don't own them yet. I'm just curious in theory if this is a look better reserved for those with long legs?

Thank you for your thoughts!

16 years ago

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Latest reply was from Angie

RoseandJoan

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My friend Joanne is a reasonably petite with athletic legs and she looks amazing in shorts and mini skirts. Are you happy wearing a shorter skirt Agrace because the proportions will be quite similar? Slouch boots with the shorts may also elongate the leg line.

Post pics when you receive them.

16 years ago

rute

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I think it requires thin legs and slim hips, even with dark opaque tights and boots, but you can always try and see how do you feel.

16 years ago

agrace

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RoseandJoan - I like about 1 - 2 inches above the knee OR short. Mid-thigh is about the worst sometimes because of how my legs are shaped. When I tried these in the store (but didn't get them) I was liking how the size 10 sat on my hips but it looked way too big in the body, but the shorter length of the 8 though it sat higher on the waist, was more flattering. I think the slouchy boots may be the key. Or some sort of tall boot.

Rute - that is what I think is probably going to be the case. I think the idea pair for me would not have those pleats but we will see.

I've not decided if I'm going to get them yet...going to get a few more experts to weigh in.

16 years ago

Louise

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I think if you try the shorts, tights and boots in the same colour it will create a long leg line and slouch boots sounds like a good plan x

16 years ago

Angie

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I think you might need longer shorts. Those are more flop proof.

16 years ago

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