Fashion Trend - High Waisted Shorts - How to Wear Them for Maximum Style

High-waisted shorts are a hot fashion trend for the summer of 2015.  Personally, I love this style and can't wait to get a pair - but there are some keys to making this fashion statement work for you. Of course, I am always thinking in terms of what will look amazing in senior pictures, but what works for pictures will certainly work for an afternoon or evening with friends.  Here are a few tips:

1.  Make sure your shorts actually fit.  Too tight and we will have some hoochy-mamma going on...too big and you will feel like you are wearing your mom's jeans.  (I am a mom and I don't take offense...I don't want to wear my mom's jeans either!)

2.  Keep a few things in mind when choosing your tops -

      ~Tuck in your shirts to show off your style!

Hot Trend: High-Waisted Shorts by rosie305 featuring a high-waisted outfit

      ~Think about a crop top (but not too cropped...I am a mom of boys...trust me...modesty is a good thing!)

High-Waisted Shorts by jessica-08 featuring River Island

     
      ~Think non-bulky, feminine blouses - you want to keep the waist area slim

High Waisted Shorts by jackie22 featuring t strap shoes

      ~Consider a high-necked blouse to make your body appear longer with the high waist.  I really love the "Texas" style to this outfit.  Fun and stylish for sure!

Hot Trend: High Waisted Shorts by melissa-de-souza featuring rectangular picture frames

3.  Think about pairing them with a long vest or light jacket.  This is really adorable!!!

High-Waisted-Shorts by clotheshawg featuring a high-waisted outfit

4.  Add a belt to cinch in your waist or choose shorts with an interesting waist band.

High Waisted Shorts by hatsgaloore featuring outside wall art

5.  Grab your heels or wedges! These shorts are designed to make your legs look really long - help them out by choosing something with a heel.  If you have really long legs, you can probably get away with flats - but I really think a little heel goes a long way.

High-Rise Belted Shorts by valsal featuring cateye sunglasses

6.  Try a pair of shorts with lace or other details.  This can really set your fashion style; but be sure to wear a very simple top!

High-Waist Shorts by melindairenes featuring a white belt

7.  One last point - please stay away from pleats.  Pleats will definitely make you look like you are channeling the worst of your mom's 80's style.  Sadly...I lived through the 80s fashion era...and it wasn't pretty.  Go for flat fronts on your shorts.  I promise you will look thinner and taller!

I would love your thoughts on high-waist shorts style.  What is your favorite way to wear them?

Aimee