Listen up, ladies: it doesn’t matter what size you are, there’s a pair of shorts out there with your name on them. You may think having a pear-shaped body, an hourglass figure or a pair of honest-to-goodness thighs might be detrimental to slipping them on, but the truth is, you don’t need to shed kilos in order to rock shorts. What you do need to know is how to dress for your body type and gauge what style of shorts works for you.
Keep it mid-length
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If you’re in the market for a pair of shorts but aren’t sure about the length, the best thing is to find a style somewhere in the middle. These are a safe bet because they’re not too long and not too short. They also camouflage your problem areas (for instance: thighs).
Opt for side zips
Shorts with side zips give a slimming effect, functioning much like an optical illusion, (similar to how vertical stripes work). The side zips elongate and lengthen your body. You also end up nixing unwanted volume, like shorts with bulky front buttons.
Choose side-slits
The advantage with this style is that side-slits give enough room to your thighs thanks to the heavier fabric (like, denim) which will help you keep your curves taut and in shape.
Go for vertical stripes
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Choose narrow, vertical stripes as they will stretch-out your frame and make you appear taller. Colour blocking also helps since it deceives the eye, creating an illusion of a slimmer frame.
Layering is best
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To shake things up, throw on another layer. It can be a kimono or a longline vest. They do a pretty good job of taking attention away from the thighs, with an added bonus of turning you into a trendsetter instantly.
Tight shorts are a straight-up no
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Your shorts shouldn’t be too short or too tight. They’re uncomfortable and look tacky. You want them to be a bit loose to let your skin breathe a little. If it’s too tight it would make your frame look bigger.
Strike a balance
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If you are too wary of showing too much skin with shorts then opt for a chiffon blouse and tuck it in on one side to create an asymmetrical effect. The blouse will balance out the amount of skin you’re showing and would hide your curves giving an effortless look.
