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3 Ways To Look Good In Shorts
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Looking good in shorts is tricky – from the right length to styling them, it can be a bit of a minefield. Thankfully help is at hand – Maiya is here to show us how it's done, from off-duty cool to a polished holiday look, use this as your guide...
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Rule one: keep it simple. You can't go wrong in a linen shirt and shorts – just make sure everything is slim fit, streamlined and fuss-free. Sunnies, naturally, make everything look cooler.
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Take this as proof that tailored shorts can be smart, too. A breton tee, linen blazer and loafers add polish to a simple white pair.
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Look good off-duty in a shorts and sweatshirt combo. Long socks are admissible with box-fresh trainers – but nothing else – while a cap gives it some attitude.
Photography By Emilie White
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