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Step 1
Choose a wardrobe basic for your first pair of spring shorts. Khaki or light tan shorts will go with just about everything and a variety of shades to complement a rainbow of skin tones are available.
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Step 2
Pick a pair of blue denim jean shorts with a washed finish to have a spring jeans alternative on hand. You can wear these comfortable essentials with a t-shirt for a casual look or pair them with a beaded tank and sweater for a more dressy look.
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Step 3
Break the rules and wear white shorts before Memorial Day, if you have little tan left on your legs from last summer. This will give you a fresh springy look, especially when you wear them with shirts in citrus colors such as lime green and tangerine orange.
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Step 4
Wear a pair of tailored work shorts made from a light gray pinstripe wool suiting fabric for an alternative career look. Worn in a capri length and paired with short swing jacket, you will have a spring outfit that really works for you.
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Step 5
Select a natural linen when you wear wide palazzo shorts. You can wear these graceful shorts with a tank top or sequined blouse for an elegant spring party look.
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Step 6
Coordinate the color of your shorts with your spring swimwear for a nice cover-up alternative. Whether in a tropical solid or print, your shorts will look great with everything from a string bikini to a tank suit while you're lounging by the pool or at the beach.
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Step 7
Avoid dark colors such as black or navy as they generally don't look right with untanned skin. Unless you plan on wearing these in a gaucho style with knee socks, you will probably create the wrong fashion impression.
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Step 8
Wear a color-coordinated leather or braided belt to dress up your spring shorts. This accessory will create the right impression when you wear your shorts at less casual venues.
