How to Dress Up Shorts

Top: Shein
Shorts: Choies
Clutch: CNDirect (c/o)
Watch: Rumbatime c/o Shopbop
Sandals: Black Canvas c/o Shopbop
Earrings: Adia Kibur c/o Shopbop

Before I start, allow me to greet you all a Merry Christmas! We had a wonderful celebration at home - it was the first time that we got to celebrate Christmas Eve at our new home. Hope you had a blast just like we did! I am going to share this pre-scheduled post with you while I gorge on leftover food from last night. #sorrynotsorry

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I've always been of the opinion that red and leopard is a classic combo! I am therefore drawn to this pairing and it never gets old for me. The vibrant red with the statement leopard print is a nice way to elevate a simple look, such as this one that pairs a simple V-neck shirt from Shein with shorts from Choies.


Top: Shein
Shorts: Choies
Clutch: CNDirect (c/o)
Watch: Rumbatime c/o Shopbop
Sandals: Black Canvas c/o Shopbop
Earrings: Adia Kibur c/o Shopbop

Even though shorts are known as casual items, there are plenty of ways to dress it up. Dressing up shorts is definitely easier than you think, and you don't always have to pair it with heels just so you can elevate the style. If you're like me who hates wearing high heels all the time, listen up to these tips.

My first idea is to pair the look with statement earrings. In this outfit, I am wearing my blue tassel earrings from Adia Kibur. Do not be afraid to make a big statement with your earrings! Even when you are wearing a simple top (like I did here), don't hold back when it comes to your earrings because this will add that style statement you need.

Another way to dress up your shorts is to add some sparkle. In this case, I used my metallic clutch from CNDirect to add a layer of sparkle. I'm sure you can find a dressy clutch in your closet somewhere so add that into your outfit for an unexpected detail. Aside from your clutch, you can also add other sparkly accessories to complement your shorts outfit (such as a belt or blazer).


How do you dress up your shorts?

29 comments

  1. love the outfit and the shorts are amazing!

    lu | Coco&Louis

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  2. Animal prints looks sexy on you..
    Merry Christmas Abby! (^,^)

    from: www.oc-craft.blogspot.com

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  3. Your printed shorts are lovely! i like red and leopard together and you've accessorised this beautifully to make it seem a little more dressed up than a standard shorts and tee outfit.

    Hope you had a wonderful Christmas :)

    Away From The Blue Blog

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  4. That clutch is so chic and perfect for NYE!

    Shauna

    www.lipglossandlace.net

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  5. I love dressing up shorts with a dressy top and a cute pair of heels. These leopard ones are so cute on you.

    LiveLifeWell,
    Allison

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  6. You are rockin those shorts! Could possibly wear something like this for New Year's in Florida :)

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  7. I love red and leopard together! You styled this so well. Such fun shorts.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  8. Loooove dressing up shorts! So cute, lady!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  9. Beautiful Outfit

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    www.rimanerenellamemoria.de

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  10. You seriously can't go wrong with red and leopard! It's a classic combo!I don't live in a place where I wear shorts a lot (because it doesn't get too warm) but I love wearing cute sandals to dress them up when I do!

    xo, Chelsie @ Hey There, Chelsie

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  11. Very pretty! Love the leopard print and the contrast with the blue nails. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and happy new year!

    Raindrops of Sapphire

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  12. How cute are those shorts?! Love them paired with the red!

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  13. The shorts are super cute. I love anything animal print!

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  14. Those shorts are so adorable! I need some leopard print shorts in my life!

    By Lauren M

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  15. This look is so cute! I love the leopard print!

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  16. those tassel earring are AMAZING!
    Tiffany | www.arrowsandawe.com

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  17. Love the animal print shorts! You look adorable!
    xo
    jen
    effortlesseverydaystyle.com

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  18. I love this!! I've never been one for animal print, but you're so right the leopard and red are great together! This look is definitely dressed up enough for a night out :)

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  19. love how you paired it with a bright shirt and fun earrings!
    http://www.layersofchic.com/

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  20. Beautiful look Abby! Love the earrings, love your shorts and love your bag!! Gorgeous!

    xx, Elise
    www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com

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  21. I do so like the red top with the animal print shorts - the outfit suits you. Alas, I'm too old now to pull off the look!

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  22. Love the shorts with the sequin clutch! What a great combo!

    -Katie
    http://hellokatiegirl.blogspot.com/

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  23. I love everything about this look - the red + leopard print plus that gold sequin clutch! You look fab!

    Belle | www.OneAwesomeMomma.com

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  24. What a cute little outfit! I adore your earrings! I just wish I could wear something like this now lol!

    Edwige http://www.hypnozglam.com

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  25. Those tassle earrings! Wow! Love them! And they go great with your outfit. :)

    www.sincerelymissj.com

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  26. Great tips! Wish it was warm here to wear shorts!
    xo Adri
    www.adrilately.blogspot.com

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