Today I am styling a pair of denim shorts five ways. I also used the same shoes for each outfit to show how versatile cross-strap sandals can be in your wardrobe.
These denim shorts have a 5-inch inseam and are a great length for many women. They aren’t so short that they are uncomfortable or so long that they look matronly. This pair is 99% cotton and 1% elastane. I have found them to retain their shape pretty well during wear, which can be really hard to find in denim clothing these days! In these shorts, I wear size 28 (6) petite. Typically, I am either a 6 petite or an 8 petite in jeans depending on the brand and style. For this pair of shorts, I definitely recommend sizing down if you are between sizes.
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These cross-strap sandals are a good dupe for the Madewell Boardwalk Crossover Sandal. They run true to size and have a cushioned faux-leather foot bed. I have them in the mustard color, and they are available in three additional colors.
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OUTFIT FORMULAS
Denim Shorts + Cross-Strap Sandals + Kimono + Tank Top + Beaded Necklace
Shorts | Sandals | Kimono (Similar) | Tank | Necklace (Similar)
Denim Shorts + Cross-Strap Sandals + Printed Tank Top + Leather Earrings
Shorts | Sandals | Tank | Earrings
These navy braided leather earrings have such a pretty texture! They are from an Etsy shop called Designs by JenniLyn. This shop offers a variety of luxe handmade gemstone and leather jewelry creations at affordable prices. I purchased the pair above for my mom and then decided to buy a pair for myself too. The shop owner has graciously gifted me another pair and today through Friday, May 17th, you can get 20% off any item in the shop with the promo code midwestmel20!
Denim Shorts + Cross-Strap Sandals + Floral Blouse + Long Pendant
Shorts | Sandals | Floral Top (Similar) | Necklace
Denim Shorts + Cross-Strap Sandals + Striped 3/4 Sleeved Tee + Bright Crossbody
Shorts | Sandals | Tee | Handbag (Similar)
Denim Shorts + Cross-Strap Sandals + V-Neck Tee + Layered Necklace
Shorts | Sandals | Tee | Necklace
If you have any questions on the sizing of items in this post, feel free to comment below!
For more fashion inspiration, check out my Spring/Summer 2019 Pinterest Board and the blogs below!
Shopping My Closet | On the Daily Express | Straight A Style | Jo-Lynne Shane | Curly Crafty Mom | I Do deClaire
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Denim shorts are so easy to wear and so comfortable! I love these great outfits you created with them especially the one with that red floral top!
Thanks, Laura! I do love how versatile denim shorts can be!
I agree! I really like a pair of denim shorts that isn’t too short, but that isn’t too long either. These are all such cute outfits! I love the stripes with the pop of green from the bag!
Carrie
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Thanks, Carrie! I really do love the length of these shorts.
Super cute outfit options. Denim shorts are definely a closet staple for busy moms this season! xx-S
Thanks, Shannon! I never wore shorts as much until I was chasing little ones around all summer in the heat!