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Step 1
Remember that even though you may be in the prime of your life mentally, short shorts, like hot pants, are really only for the young and in shape. If you're uncomfortable in a bathing suit on the beach, hot pants are not the length of shorts for you.
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Step 2
Pick a pair of shorts which reaches to your mid-thigh. These tend to be a little more forgiving but remember, they should not be uncomfortably tight around the hem.
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Step 3
Wear a pair of knee-length or bermuda shorts. These shorts are flattering for most people, men and women alike. They look especially smart for spring when they are paired with a crisp button-down shirt and a leather belt.
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Step 4
Try out a pair of loose-legged culotte shorts. If wear them at knee length or a little bit shorter, you'll have a look that almost passes for a skirt. Depending on your workplace, you may even be able to wear these for casual Friday.
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Step 5
Wear a pair of shorts in a capri length this spring for a classic, fifties retro look. These are shorts which range in length from just above the ankle to slightly below the knee.
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Step 6
Dress in the right pair of shorts for a slightly less casual spring cook out or get-together. Capri length palazzo pants in a gauzy linen or cotton will cast the right spell during this magical time of year, as wider legs and more fluid fabric add drama.
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Step 7
Keep proportion in mind when selecting your shorts. Generally speaking, wider-legged shorts look better with a longer hem while more fitted shorts will look good when they are either capri length or hemmed well above the knee.
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Step 8
Avoid shorts which cut you off at an awkward spot. If you tend to carry most of your weight through your thighs, you should wear a pair that are wide and reach to just above the knee.
