Casual Long White Shorts
Since many of you have expressed an interest in wearing shorts, I’m continuing to style options for you. I wasn’t thrilled how the pleated linen shorts looked on me here, and here, but these casual long white shorts are a different story, and it has nothing to do with the length.
Last month, my friends at Chico’s sent me this outfit for a collaboration on Instagram. Since shorts haven’t been on my style radar for 30+ years, I was surprised to find myself liking them.
These are the Bridgette slim shorts with a 10″ inseam. Since they’re not made in petite, I expected them to be too long for my 5’4″ frame, but they’re not. They come in 5 colors sized 0/XS – 22/24. They have usable front pockets and faux back pockets. I don’t know about you, but I’d never put things in the back pockets of white stretch shorts anyway. In navy ones maybe, but not the white which would show every lump.
I like the look of these long white shorts on me because they’re slim and have very few details. There’s no front zipper, snap, belt loops, or obvious pockets so they have a clean line which makes them very versatile. The length says Bermuda short but the design and feel are like a bike short… in non-workout fabric. They’re also super comfy because they have spandex in the fabric.
Because of the potential bulge factor, I chose a long tank top that covers my tummy and much of my backside. This top (on sale) comes in 6 colors sized XS-XL. I’m wearing small and think it runs generously. I topped it with this denim tunic which has limited sizes left, similar here, here, and here.
Yesterday, I wore these shorts in a totally different way, which I’ll have for you later this week.
What length of shorts do you prefer?
you look great in your out fits maybe you can help me when i go shopping i get so depressed the cancer drug i was on they told me it would be bad for my bones i took other medicine to keep me from getting osteoporosis but still getting it my back is starting to get a little curvature and i am so self conscience could you suggest what type of clothing i could wear thank you i have enjoyed your web site
I would suggest looser tops and blouses that don’t cling to your back. I’m so sorry you’re struggling with this.
I am 70 and don’t think it’s a great idea for me to be in shorts in public. To solve the warm weather problem I bought skorts. denim, white, black, and cream. A found great ones at LL Bean, Kohl’s, and on line. I;m only 5″1′ so they look like skirts on me. I’m cool but I don’t scare anyone.
I love your sense of humor. I’ve been trying some skorts on but so far they’re all too short for me. Those few extra inches make all the difference.
I own two skorts that are 18” long, which are knee length on my 5’ 3” frame. One is a few years old from the Tails golf brand. I recently bought a white one from Athleta.
No one over 60 looks good in shorts in my opinion.
I think if you pay attention to where your leg narrows above the knee, you will find the perfect length for a flattering short. Judging from the full length picture above, Jennifer, I would suggest that about an inch shorter might be your “sweet spot”. This is also a handy guide for hemming a dress, at least for someone with young legs! Although, didn’t somebody famous say that “the legs are the last to go”?
You’re right! I’ve written several posts on the most flattering length for skirts and pants which would of course include shorts:)
While I think this is good “rule” to know and certainly is true for me, in this case–I think these shorts are working for Jennifer!
I rarely wear shorts. I prefer dresses in summer. However if I do wear them I always go Bermuda length. ^5 year old legs don’t look good in shorts, I don’t think anyway.
I have three pairs of Bridgette shorts and way too many Bridgette pants, both cropped (my favorite) and long. In fact I have a pairs of the cropped pants on now. They fit me great and are very comfortable. Love them💕
I love the Bridgette pant too
I think the linen shorts look great on you. The length on all of these shorts are good for you. I like the longer shorts too since my legs are older.
You have nailed it!!!!
Those shorts are a classic staple for the wardrobe and they look smashing on you, you have great legs for them.
I dont show my knees, which are swollen from inflammation and prefer the capri’s for summer, but we all know what is best for us based on our body type and look. I really pays to try things on; I hope dressing rooms will not be a
thing of the past, as trying on clothes, swimwear and shoes is a must due to vast sizing differences and changing body needs as we age…I have a right toe bunion, and must try on shoes, they cannot be too narrow. Trying to buy
shoes online is just ridiculous without a try on.