shorts story
By Martin Waitt, April 17th, 2012
The warm weather is finally here for the most part. This is a season of separates with shorts in all guises taking center stage. From casual to dressy, high waisted to cut offs. There is no “shortage” of styles to choose from this season. Try denim and brights for day and silk, sequins and brocades for evening. Stay cool and chic with some of our favorite picks for the best shorts for spring.

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI High-waisted cotton-blend and jacquard shorts $1,285 available at www.barneys.com

STELLA MCCARTNEY Paisley-print stretch-crepe shorts $645 available at www.stellamccartney.com

ALEXANDER WANG Floral-print cotton-blend twill shorts $450 available at www.net-a-porter.com

ANNA SUI Printed silk shorts $325 available at www.net-a-porter.com

MIH JEANS Star-print silk-crepe shorts $240 available at www.net-a-porter.com

CITIZENS OF HUMANITY Chloe high-rise printed shorts $170 available at www.piperlime.com

J BRAND DENIM Cut-off low-rise denim shorts $160 available at www.shopbop.com

SPLENDID Drawstring cotton shorts $98 available at www.net-a-porter.com
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