LifeStyled

To prepare you for summer we have put together a guide to wearing shorts! Shorts are a very versatile wardrobe must have, so to inspire you we have taken 5 very different styles, which fit a range of shapes and sizes and worked the trend so you can try it out for yourself at home.

From the wild west to the farm, denim shorts are truly a wardrobe staple. They come round every season, so its worth investing in a pair. We have chosen this slightly longer style, with a light fade, which is perfect if you don’t want to show off too much leg. Will Smith’s wife and actress Jada Pinkett-Smith shows us how to rock this look with a simple white vest and statement heels!

Items: Denim shorts, Strappy shoe boots, Longline vest

Combining two big trends this season floral and shorts. Jen at Little Bird Fashion, has recently featured these shorts on her blog, so why not take a look at how she styled them for a little more inspiration.

For those days when it’s a bit to chilly to go bare legged, she shows us how great tights look under shorts. To get this look throw on a black top and team with a super cute cardigan!

Items: Floral shorts, black puff sleeved top, gathered sleeve cardigan

If you are all about comfort, you will probably love wearing cycling shorts this season. And no, no actual cycling is necessary! Most of you might recoil in horror at this suggestion, but take a look at how it’s styled by this lady. Gorgeous no? As we said, this look is comfortable and casual, all you need is the right accessories!

Items: Grey cycling shorts, striped t-shirt, denim jacket

For those who want a slightly more formal look, these brocade shorts may be the answer you are looking for! Alexa Chung works it well with a slouchy black top & blazer, and strappy sandals.

Items: Brocade shorts, handkerchief hem top, boyfriend jacket

A look that is quite hard to pull off is one that includes white shorts. Not everyone can look like an Olsen twin, but at least we can try! Team your white shorts with a casual jumper and heels for a look that is effortlessly chic.

Items: White high waisted shorts, ladder stitch jumper and strappy shoe boots

So what shorts style are you going to be wearing this season?