Archive for November 13th, 2009

Cut-and-Paste Wardrobe: The Shorts with Tights Edition

November 13th, 2009

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A coworker and I were discussing the whole shorts and tights look recently. I like this style and I basically consider it to be a classic even though it’s having a bit of a moment right now. I remember the preppy version quite well from my childhood (corduroy shorts, penny loafers, and fair isle crewneck anyone? Ha!). So how does one pull off the combo now? I don’t like any combination that includes denim cut offs or denim cut offs with dippy 80s lace tights, so I went in search of something more mature and less fashion-victimy. In fact, I put together two versions, one being a little more casual than the other, and after the jump. This really has gotten addictive

  • Lutz&Patmos padded jacket: $650 here
  • Vena Cava top: $265 here
  • Steven Alan shorts: $178 here
  • KORS bootie: $160 here
  • Aesa necklace: $348 here
  • Wolford tights: $58 here
  • Acne bag: $880 here
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