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Cheap or Chic: Suede Shorts

by Monica on April 14, 2011

Spring is fast approaching and shorts are sure to be the favorite of the season. We’ve been featuring all kinds of of shorts on the blog recently so that you can pick your spring staple, but for now, I’m kind of on the fence about suede shorts…

A favorite of fashion risk takers (like Sienna Miller), trendy stores like H&M (featured left) and BCBG have been incorporating suede shorts into their spring lines.

If you’re tired of your boring and basic shorts, these are the perfect way to mix up your look! Start by pairing them with a soft, feminine blouse to keep the look modern. Look for shirts in silky, soft fabrics like this one that will lend a nice contrast to the structure of the shorts.  And stay away from tops that are too tight or cropped.

At first, I thought I’d only like a super simple version of these, with very clean lines, but then I found this cargo pair from Free people and I’m kind of in LOVE! I just need to visit them in person to make sure the suede is super-thin and light…

So are you willing to try this trend? For the cheapest options check out your local H&M, otherwise there’s a few places online where you can snag your own pair…

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{ 5 comments… read them below or add one }

1 MoneySavingEnthusiast 04.14.11 at 11:00 am

I think they look cool. I can’t say I’m adventurous enough to get them but I’m sure many people will like them.

2 Meg O. 04.14.11 at 11:08 am

I think they look pretty neat!

3 Meg F. 04.14.11 at 11:32 am

I really like the suede jacket, but im not convinced about the suede short look. I would have to try them on, and I feel like the trend of suede goes in and out too quickly.

4 nausheen 04.14.11 at 6:26 pm

hi,
wanted to know are harem pants 2010? or are they in right now, i love the look of black harem like pants with heels, lacy top and black blazer, i have a heavier chest after just having a baby and cant figure out anything to look slimmer. can’t find harem pants affordable anywhere?

5 Kate 04.18.11 at 12:04 pm

Can’t do suede shorts…

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