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Holiday outfit: one short two outfits

Frequent readers of this blog will know I am currently away in Seoul South Korea for a much-needed break. Though I enjoy at least one weekend abroad, I do not consider that resting because I am out and about exploring the foreign land.

one short two outfits

The weather in Korea is amazing with a few bounty’s of rain here and there but it is still hot enough for me to rock shorts 90% of the time, which is what I have been doing and I thought I share one of my frequent outfits to rock with one pair of shorts.

Korean women (90%) in general love to wear cute outfits and that’s made even more worse cute by the fact that most men here want their women looking ‘cute’ and I am sorry but I think I have passed the ‘cute’ phase and now I want sophistication without trying too much, pretty without being described as cute. After saying all that I still wanted to give the ‘cute’ look a try and I will say it did raise a few eyebrows which was funny to me but being a foreigner here it opens your eyes to so many things and not all pleasant.

When considering shorts as an outfit, you have to think about your comfortability, how short or long you want the shorts to be;  high-waisted or normal waist. I have long legs so for me personally the shorter the shorts the better but I also have a big sizable tummy for my 5’7 frame. I get away with a lot when I wear high-waisted shorts as they hide a lot of the tummy. Many would advice you that if you have short legs then daisy duke shorts are your best friend to make your legs look longer but I believe this only works if you’re on the skinny side than not. For most, wearing shorts which are mid-thigh length is a good way to show off your legs and your structure. For some if the shorts are high-waisted too, it makes it even better but I say go with what fear comfortable and works for you.

For those like me with sizable tummies, think about what kind of tops you want to rock with the outfit. If your mid-section is not too big sizable them wear your high-waisted shorts with a crop top, for me this works because I also have ample chest (E cup). Crop tops on me makes people look at my chest more than my mid section and that is always the idea for me; keep them looking at the chest and away from the mid-section. If you do not however have an ample chest then wear a bodysuit with your high wasted shorts. For those with flat ironed mid-sections, crop tops are your best friend so show off that flat-iron bed.

When thinking about what type of shoes to wear then think no further than snickers or flat sandals, I think if you have a mile long legs like me then snickers are indeed your best buddies but you can also rock sandals as not everyone likes to have their feet cooped up inside the shoes when the weather is begging for some foot shine.

How do you dress your shorts? Do you have a favourite pair of your go to shorts?

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Comments

  1. Psychic Nest says

    Hi Miranda,

    I know what you mean about Korean fashion! I hope you have a great time nonetheless. As for shorts, I like seeing them nicely styled on someone else except me. If any, I wear them only at home!

    Zaria

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  4. Tanya Brannan says

    What a fabulous outfit. I love the way you have styled both options. I will also be getting my daughters to read this as they are off to South Korea in 3 weeks time

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  7. Elizabeth says

    I haven’t owned a pair of shorts in 15 years! Don’t think I could look ‘cute’ even if I tried. Perhaps Korea isn’t the place for me, but it sounds like you’re having a great time!

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  8. Amy Hunt says

    Go and enjoy yourself, what ever you wear just make sure you’re comfortable and relaxed and come back with a tonne of snaps for us to look at! 🙂

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  10. Charli says

    I haven’t worn shorts out and about in years but I always wear them to bed haha! I would love to go to Korea, I am so jealous that you are always on your travels! xx

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  13. Cassandra Mayers says

    I totally need new shorts! Non of my old ones fit me and im gutted about that, My favs were my mint green denim ones from topshop. Loved wearing them with a cute Crop top in summer.

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  14. Ali says

    I like long shorts and flat sandals as I think they are really practical as a mum. I prefer a more sophisticated look too!

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  15. Barely Vegan says

    These are great tips! I’ve been seeing a lot of women rocking the high-waisted shorts lately and I’m loving it! If I wore shorts more often I would try those out.

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  17. suchi says

    Enjoy your vacation! & yes you are right, if you have long legs , then short shorts look super good! i ma very careful about length when buying shorts , since i am little curvy!

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  18. CourtneyLynne says

    Omg love your outfits!!!! I’m always jealous of those who look fabulous in shorts! I always look goofy in them.

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  19. Liz Mays says

    I like your tips. I have really short legs but my daughter has long legs. I can definitely see how high-waisted shorts would work for that kind of frame!

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  20. alison says

    I agree that the best way you can dress your shorts is by your shoes. I have shorter legs so I usually can dress up with some sandals or cute flats that work. Have fun on your vacation!

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  25. Rachel says

    I dont really wear shorts I have to admit, if I ever do it is on a beach somewhere when I am not too concerned what someone might think of me x

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  26. The London Mum says

    I do love a pair of shorts in the summer, they’re just great for casual days especially now I’m running after a toddler. I bought a great pair for my little mini break to Verona which I’ll have up on th blog shortly x

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  27. Sarah Bailey says

    The weather has been absolutely amazing hasn’t it – then today what happened!
    I have to admit it has been years since I worn shorts – perhaps I should bite the bullet this year. x

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    • Miranda says

      I think you should bite that billet and wear them again. The U.K. Weather is a funny one so when we get hot weather we all over it lol

  28. Milena says

    I usually only wear shorts when working out or hiking with the kids. This year I would like get a dressy pair or two to mix things up! (Yes, I am over the cute phase too!)

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