Selecting Summer Capri’s, Crop’s, Bermuda’s and Shorts
As the summer temperatures rise…now is the time to ask yourself, “Is it better to wear crops, capris, Bermudas or mid thigh shorts?”
Alicia Richmond with Chic on a Shoestring will tell us who should wear shorts and who should not. If you have wardrobe questions, contact Alicia at Alicia@chiconashoestring.com
Summer Pant Definition
Crop Pants – Lightweight pant that is cut mid calf and is cut fuller through the leg.
Capri Pant – Lightweight pant that is cut between mid calf to knee length.
Bermuda Short – Lightweight short that is cut just below or above the knee.
Basic Short – Lightweight short that is cut just below or at mid thigh.
General Rule of Thumb
- If you have short legs, be careful of Capri pants and shorts. Often times Capri pants and Bermudas can make short legs look shorter if the hem hits at an unflattering point on the leg. A crop pant that hits at the ankle or below will shorten and widen the leg.
- Choose crop and Capri pants with a slight flare at the bottom. No peg legs. The flare will make your leg look longer and leaner.
- Make sure that pants and shorts are flat front with a low rise. No pleats and high waisted silhouettes…they will add weight to your stomach and hips. Wear a long camisole to avoid showing your tummy and behind.
- Only wear shorts and Capris if you have slim legs. If your legs are heavy, choose crop pants.
- Wear heeled shoes with crop, Capri, Bermuda and shorts to make legs look long and lean.
On the Models: All of the Fashions are from South Towne Center
Express
White Dressy Bermuda Short $49.50
Turquoise Tiered Ruffle Scoop Neck Top $29.50
Shell Earrings $18.50
Ivory Stone Necklace $24.50
Charlotte Russe
Denim Violet Trouser Capri $27.99
Purple Plaid Shirt $19.99
Black Darcy Sandal $26.99
Purple and Gold Bracelets $6.00
New York & Co.
Toasted Taupe 7th Avenue Crop $19.96
White Sleeveless Ruffle Shirt $29.95
Heartthrob Pink Crystal Button Cardigan $36.95
Mixed Bead Necklace $16.95
Vanity
Pink Sublimation V Neck Shirt $24.80
Flame Crop Hoodie $16.80
Denim Shadow Jeans $42.80
Multi Beaded Hoop Earrings $5.50
Papaya Mixed Bead Bracelet $6.50
Macy’s
Style & Co. Chocolate Stretch Capri $44.00
Charter Club Cocoa Bean Tie Beaded Shirt $35.00
Charter Club Gulf Blue Long Sleeve Linen Jacket $60.00
Brown Alfani Kanika Flip Flop $69.00
Shi
Nadara Andy Watermelon Heel $39.99
Naughty Monkey Lace Up Wild – Multi $79.99
Zigi Soho Rainbow – Orange $44.99
