The Best Shorts for Every Height
When it comes to dressing for summer, shorts are an obvious choice, but it's not always easy to find that perfect pair. There is something a bit intimidating about the style—done right, they can look amazing, but done wrong, they can go really wrong.
We've broken down the best shorts for every height, for the tall, the small, and the in-between. Click through for major summer style inspiration and to shop some of our top picks!
Photo: Getty Images1/13If You’re on the Shorter Side
If you’re of a smaller stature like Vanessa Hudgens, then high-waisted shorts are a great option. The silhouette elongates your legs by making your waistline appear higher, and adds definition at the waist—a win-win.
Photos: Getty Images2/13Find the style that's right for you.
Photo: Getty Images6/13If You’re of Average Height
If you’re somewhere in the middle, a slightly longer hemline is super flattering. Solange is a woman who knows how to work a pair of shorts, as she demonstrates here. You can go for a mid- or high-rise, and a hem that is about five or six inches above the knee.
Photo: Getty Images10/13If You've Got Height On Your Side
Taller women have a lot of options, but a great go-to is a hip-slung silhouette, like Karlie Kloss's denim shorts. They look amazing with a blouse or tank tucked in the front, and a pair of sandals or flats.
I would tell myself to try as many different things as possible! College is an amazing time to experiment, indulge your interests, and find out what you’re truly passionate about. What fashion item seems to always be on your shopping list?
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