Four Outfits with Shorts Women Over 40 Can Wear

March 26, 2022

Four Outfits with Shorts Women Over 40 Can Wear

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by Stacey Jones

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Four Outfits with Shorts Women Over 40 Can Wear

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To wear shorts or not in your forties and beyond?

It is a question that comes up often when I'm styling clients. My advice, if you don’t mind showing off your legs, wear them! There are plenty of options that are chic and age appropriate. So again, yes go for it if you feel comfortable and like wearing shorts. No reason not to.

Four Outfits with Shorts Women Over 40 Can Wear

I appreciate a “throw it on and go” piece like this Collar Tie Waist Romper by Treasure & Bond. The navy shade is befitting for us over 40. It’s lightweight with enough leg and arm coverage. I paired the romper with the Paily slide sandal from Dolce Vita. You could also pair this piece with sneakers for a more casual vibe. The straw tote from BTB Los Angeles is fun and it zips to protect your valuables.

Collar Tie Waist Romper | Treasure & Bond

Collar Tie Waist Romper
TREASURE & BOND

A slender tie tethers the waist of this summery romper styled with chest-patch pockets and cool cuffed hems.

Paily Slide Sandal | Dolce Vita

Paily Slide Sandal
DOLCE VITA

Chunky braided straps add an eye-catching touch to this slide sandal lifted by a block heel.

Lucy Tote | BTB Los Angeles

Lucy Tote
BTB LOS ANGELES

Cheerful pompoms spice up the straps of this beach-ready tote made from woven straw fibers and a soft fabric lining.

Four Outfits with Shorts Women Over 40 Can Wear

So many pieces in my closet are from Vince. Tops, bottoms, dresses, even some of their shoes. I love the understated luxury of the brand, the cuts and simple styles.

The belted and cotton twill shorts from Vince are comfortable and roomy. I paired them with the Bea Ruffle t-shirt by Veronica Beard to elevate the look. And please, do not miss the close-up of this Perry Bombé Canvas Mini Crossbody Bag linen crossbody by Tory Burch.

Bea Ruffle T-Shirt | Veronica Beard

Bea Ruffle T-Shirt
VERONICA BEARD

Fluttering with ruffles, this heathered cotton T-shirt sweetens your collection of casual staples.

Belted Cotton & Linen Twill Shorts | Vince

Belted Cotton & Linen Twill Shorts
VINCE

Look polished and put together even on the hottest day in these tailored shorts fastened with a matched belt and cut from an airy cotton and linen twill.

Paily Slide Sandal | Dolce Vita

Paily Slide Sandal
DOLCE VITA

Chunky braided straps add an eye-catching touch to this slide sandal lifted by a block heel.

Perry Bombé Canvas Mini Crossbody Bag | Tory Burch

Perry Bombé Canvas Mini Crossbody Bag
TORY BURCH

A logo appliqué takes center stage on a mixed-media crossbody bag in a compact and convenient size.

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Four Outfits with Shorts Women Over 40 Can Wear

With this look I paired the Vince cotton and twill linen shorts with a beautiful floral print blouse by Vince too. Again, the textured silk of the blouse elevates the outfit in a casually elegant way. 

Garden Floral Shirred Silk Blouse | Vince

Garden Floral Shirred Silk Blouse
VINCE

Textured silk is covered in a watercolor's worth of flowers on a casually elegant blouse that works from desk days to drinks dates.

Belted Cotton & Linen Twill Shorts | Vince

Belted Cotton & Linen Twill Shorts
VINCE

Look polished and put together even on the hottest day in these tailored shorts fastened with a matched belt and cut from an airy cotton and linen twill.

Paily Slide Sandal | Dolce Vita

Paily Slide Sandal
DOLCE VITA

Chunky braided straps add an eye-catching touch to this slide sandal lifted by a block heel.

Four Outfits with Shorts Women Over 40 Can Wear

The Garden Floral Shirred Silk blouse makes an appearance again in this outfit, this time paired with pull-on faux leather shorts from Vero Moda. The shorts are comfortable as well as the perfect length.

Garden Floral Shirred Silk Blouse | Vince

Garden Floral Shirred Silk Blouse
VINCE

Textured silk is covered in a watercolor's worth of flowers on a casually elegant blouse that works from desk days to drinks dates.

Viola Pull-On Faux Leather Shorts | Vero Moda

Viola Pull-On Faux Leather Shorts
VERO MODA

Elevate your night-out vibe in these edgy pull-on shorts textured with sleek faux leather.

Paily Slide Sandal | Dolce Vita

Paily Slide Sandal
DOLCE VITA

Chunky braided straps add an eye-catching touch to this slide sandal lifted by a block heel.

Perry Bombé Canvas Mini Crossbody Bag | Tory Burch

Perry Bombé Canvas Mini Crossbody Bag
TORY BURCH

A logo appliqué takes center stage on a mixed-media crossbody bag in a compact and convenient size.

SHOP THE LOOKS

Collar Tie Waist Romper | Treasure & Bond
Bea Ruffle T-Shirt | Veronica Beard
Garden Floral Shirred Silk Blouse | Vince
Belted Cotton & Linen Twill Shorts | Vince
Viola Pull-On Faux Leather Shorts | Vero Moda
Paily Slide Sandal | Dolce Vita
Lucy Tote | BTB Los Angeles
Perry Bombé Canvas Mini Crossbody Bag | Tory Burch

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