I love looking polished and pulled-together…but not stiff and fussy! Enter the shorts suit, next season’s answer to the modern woman’s wardrobe craving. Play up thigh-flaunting shorts for a night on the town or give your work-wear a twist with a boardroom-ready silhouette. Mix it, match it, take it and run with it – whichever of these you choose, you’ll be a step ahead of the girls wearing trousers and pencil-skirts.
1) Akri Albula Wool/Linen Jacket and Shorts: The color: fantastically unusual and enlivening for spring. The cut: with a jacket tailored to fascinating results and a Bermuda short that puts most pants to shame, this is a warm-weather suit that makes an impact. Jacket, $3,700, and Shorts, $595, at Saks Fifth Avenue.
2) Stella McCartney Iris Tailored Blazer and Wool-Twill Shorts: Simple and classic, Stella shows us that the shorts look doesn’t have to be a cutesy and overly youthful one. Pump up these basics with a shockingly bright bag or pumps. Blazer, $1,295, and Shorts
, $545, on Net-a-Porter.
3) Topshop Co-Ord Oil Feather Jacket and Shorts: The abstract feathery print is reminiscent of Balmain’s Spring looks, but the price isn’t anywhere close! When you’re opting for a busy pattern, don’t make a big commitment when it comes to the price tag. Jacket, $130, and Shorts
, $70, at Topshop.
4) Thakoon Suiting Blazer and Pleat-Front Shorts: Ivory silk-twill looks luxe and louche when it’s done by Thakoon. This single-button jacket make a perfect counterpart to breezy pleated shorts. Blazer, $990, and Shorts
, $490, on ShopBop.
5) Rory Beca Sofia Lace Blazer and Crissa Lace Running Shorts: Who knew a suit could look so effortlessly casual? This lacy, not racy, coordinated look is for the younger set – wear it to weekend brunches when you’re feeling business on top and want comfy on the bottom. Blazer, $143, and Shorts
, $95, on ShopBop.
