Just because they’re called “shorts” doesn’t mean you can’t squeeze more mileage out of them throughout the year. Take those cutoffs you’ve been rockin’ all summer into the nippier months with these six simple how-tos. Our guinea pig of choice? A pair of fully lined wool flannel shorts from Hinge, available for $48 at Nordstrom. Whether you tag-team them with equestrian vegan boots, a pre-loved Ralph Lauren blazer, or sweatshop-free colored tights, your shorts will soon become the hardest-working member of your wardrobe, no matter what the weatherman says.
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BOOT UP
Regardless of how sexy your shorts are, shivering like a a bowl of Jell-o is anything but. Couple those Daisy Dukes with these equestrian Neuaura vegan boots. For an extra layer of warmth, slip on a pair of cozy over-the-knee socks, such as Dream Stockings’ Chevrons, which are made in the United States from recycled cotton.
+ Neuaura Vegan Riding Boots $237 at Inhabitatshop
+ Dream Stockings Chevrons $10
SHAKE YOUR BOOTIE
Tights may be functional, but who says they can’t be fun, too? Use the cooler weather as an excuse to add an extra pop of color to your outfit. Layer those cropped pants over brightly-hued stockings by American Apparel and keep the whole ensemble grounded with some pre-loved booties.
+ American Apparel Opaque 2-Color Pantyhose $16
+ Secondhand Acne Atacoma Wedge Booties $275 at I-ELLA
C’MON GET PREPPY
From Gossip Girl to Harry Potter, uniforms have never been chicer. Get the buttoned-up look with a blazer from the king of preppy himself. Pop open some buttons and you’re ready to hit the books.
+ Secondhand Ralph Lauren Crested Blazer $70 at Clossette
Wonderful ideas, Yuka! I’m going to try some of these out this fall!
Wow, I need that blazer, and I am absolutely in love with those white platform booties.
Those riding boots are great! Perfect for fall weather.
Yuka – this is a stellar. Loving the blazer and bootie looks – I’m so ready to keep rocking shorts this fall!
It’s incredible how versatile a simple pair of shorts can be!
Loving Neuara’s equastrian vegan boots. Thanks for all the ideas on converting some of my summer shorts to fall.
I rock skirts year round- I’d totally pair shorts with some thick tights for winter. thanks for the ideas!
These are such great ideas, I’m always hesitant to buy shorts because of their short shelf life but now they seem more usable!
these shorts really bring th esummer into winter
Love it with these wool cuties! I’m not sure the “D.D.’s” would look as good…
So going to riffle through my closet right now – thx for the tips! RC