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avamamma
My Girl
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Tara
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Let's talk shorts...
I only had 1 decent pair of shorts, so I went shopping for some last weekend.
All of the shorts at my "go-to" stores were super short.
I am 37, and don't think short shorts are the best option for me.
I found cute Bermudas in J Crew and thought that they were decent. I wore a pair to a block party and DH said that they were "Ellen Degeneres" shorts.  Obviously not the look I was going for.
It it just me, or is anyone else caught between two worlds- fashion wise. Still liking Abercrombie type stuff, but wondering if it isn't appropriate any more?
So, how old are you? What length shorts are you wearing? Where did you buy them?
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Posted 7/11/10 10:32 PM  |
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mathteach
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Member since 8/08 3169 total posts
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Christine
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I am 37 also. I have decided skirts are the way to go. Except for the gym.
The shorts in the stores now are either cootchie cutters (shorty shorts) or they hit at a weird knee area and cut my leg in 1/2.
So I wear skirts.
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| Posted 7/11/10 10:51 PM |
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klingklang77
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Member since 7/06 11487 total posts
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I'm 32 and I don't wear shorts out, only around the house or to the beach. I haven't in ten years. I wear skirts, cute dresses or capris.
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| Posted 7/12/10 6:42 AM |
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MsSissy
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I'm 42 and wear shorts that come right above my knees.
I find most of them in Kohls and even a few pairs in Wal-Mart, the George brand.
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| Posted 7/12/10 7:02 AM |
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4ForMe
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Member since 11/05 5666 total posts
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Barbara
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
Posted by Mssissy
I'm 42 and wear shorts that come right above my knees.
I find most of them in Kohls and even a few pairs in Wal-Mart, the George brand.
I'm with Sissy -- I'm 42 also and wear shorts that are longer. I actually picked up some nice Limited ones last year from Marshall's.
Once I hit my late 30's/40 I've been finding it so hard to dress. I like to be stylist and "hip", yet there's nothing worse than somebody in their 40's trying to dress like they're in their early 20's. But then you don't want to look frumpy either. Ugh, the dilemma....
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| Posted 7/12/10 7:25 AM |
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headoverheels
s'il vous plaît
Member since 6/07 42079 total posts
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LB
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I can't wear bermuda shorts - they look awful on me. I found 5" shorts at Old Navy that I don't think are too short... I"m 30 and I tend to be more conservative b/c I hate my thighs  and these seem to work well for me. I rarely wear shorts, though, usually capris.
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| Posted 7/12/10 7:52 AM |
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PatsBrat
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Member since 10/06 2326 total posts
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I got really cute shorts at American Eagle. They are longer than Daisy Dukes but shorter than Bermudas.
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| Posted 7/12/10 8:23 AM |
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ctrain1124
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Member since 8/07 3190 total posts
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C
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
This is my problem also. This year I found great shorts at Ann Taylor Loft. They were the perfect size!!
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| Posted 7/12/10 8:33 AM |
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
Old Navy bermudas work for me. I just cant do the short shorts either anymore and these are not farty at all. Mid thigh and look cute. Good price too.
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| Posted 7/12/10 9:32 AM |
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jlm2008
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I'm 31 and the only shorts I wear are Bermuda's. In fact i only started wearing Bermuda's about 2 years ago, otherwise I hadn't worn shorts since I was a little kid!
I bought some at Old Navy this season, last year I had gotten some at NY & Co that I really loved, but I can't find them in the store this year.
Message edited 7/12/2010 10:05:04 AM.
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| Posted 7/12/10 10:03 AM |
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MrsA714
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
Posted by PatsBrat
I got really cute shorts at American Eagle. They are longer than Daisy Dukes but shorter than Bermudas.
I was just going to suggest the same. I bought some two summers ago from there and they're great. Super comfy and the length is great. I also bought a shorter pair (not very short) and love them. 2 years and 1 baby later, I'm still wearing them.
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| Posted 7/12/10 10:10 AM |
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Peainapod
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Member since 1/09 13591 total posts
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Diana
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I found that NY & COs boyfriend cut shorts (in denim and chino) were really good. especially after having DS last year and nothing fits the way it should, I really like these. not too short, not too long.
i cant seem to find them online, but the stores probably have them.
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| Posted 7/12/10 12:34 PM |
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MrsFrizzle
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Kristin
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I just wear skirts or sundresses, I always feel like shorts make me look heavier than I am and dont compliment my legs so I just wear skirts.
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| Posted 7/12/10 12:38 PM |
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Kate
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Member since 5/05 7557 total posts
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Kate
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
Posted by ctrain1124
This is my problem also. This year I found great shorts at Ann Taylor Loft. They were the perfect size!!
I have the same ones and I love them. I bought almost every color. 
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| Posted 7/12/10 3:29 PM |
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Shorty
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
i don't wear shorts either, and i'm 27! Skirt, capris, or dresses for me - I just don't think they're flattering on me. I have weird knees 
eta: I even BOUGHT a pair this year - kept them in my drawer with the tags and receipt. Took them out to wear them a few times, but never actually did...tried them again last week and they were too big. I returned them.
Message edited 7/12/2010 5:10:31 PM.
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| Posted 7/12/10 5:09 PM |
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DirtyBlonde
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
i'm 31 and yesterday i wore a pair of short shorts that i've owned since i was 19 maybe it's time to retire those and check out the suggestions on this thread
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| Posted 7/12/10 5:11 PM |
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Dani
Life is about choices.
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Dani
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
i actually found shorts at kohls this year that are about mid thigh. they have belt loops and a draw string which i like.
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| Posted 7/12/10 7:40 PM |
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chrisnjoe8108
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I'm 32 and i will only wear Bermuda shorts otherwise it's skirts or dresses for me
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| Posted 7/12/10 7:55 PM |
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rosalie
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Member since 5/10 309 total posts
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rosalie
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
sundresses only. I look terrible in shorts!
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| Posted 7/12/10 10:42 PM |
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LSP2005
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Member since 5/05 19458 total posts
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
Let me preface this saying I don't like my thighs, but I wear shorts from Land's End. They are bermuda shorts that come just above my knees.
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| Posted 7/12/10 11:23 PM |
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sugar-magnolia
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I'm 35. Mostly skirts and sundresses these days. I have a couple of pairs of shorts from dress barn that are a couple of inches shorter than bermuda and they work well.
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| Posted 7/13/10 9:32 AM |
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JennZ
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I don't do shorts! I have this thing with shorts. *I* feel that if your legs touch, I can't wear them. So, its skirts and capris for me.
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| Posted 7/13/10 9:51 AM |
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DiamondGirl
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Member since 7/09 18802 total posts
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DiamondMama
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
I have the same issue! I am 28. The reason I dont like short shorts is that I have very long legs--so what is short on one person is crazy short on me
It is impossible for me to find a good length which is why I usually do sundresses/capris BUT
I found decent length shorts at TARGET! They had a cple styles and I bought them. The plus side is they are pretty cheap
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| Posted 7/13/10 9:53 AM |
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sunnygirl
loving life
Member since 1/07 5413 total posts
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D
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
this is why i dont wear shorts, so great thread and great ideas on where to buy decent shorts girls
thanks
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| Posted 7/13/10 11:30 AM |
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Otherme
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Re: Let's talk shorts...
Im 37, and i wear the 5" shorts from Old Navy - but it's not an age thing with me, more of a 'damn, my thighs have gotten bigger' thing and i'm trying to hide them as much as i can
i've found myself wearing cute little swingy skirts a lot more when i'm home and being casual
just a tank top and skirt really helps.
i too find myself stuck sometimes between looking my age, but not wanting to look frumpy either.
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