When it's too hot to rock your favorite mom jeans, trendy culottes, or utility jumpsuits, turn to a classic summer staple that's never let you down. Yes, we're talking about the always fashionable denim short. Because summer. Since finding the right style of shorts can change as you get older, we've got your legs (un)covered with denim styles that work for every age. Ahead you'll find the best cuts of shorts for each fabulous decade, be it your roaring twenties, thrilling thirties, fabulous forties, and beyond!
Playful 20s: Go short, be bold, and try ALL the new lewks, like the Marques' Almeida Belted Fold-Over Denim Shorts ($475). Your twenties are all about discovering your personal style by test driving outlandish fads and maybe setting a few trends while you're at it. Ultra-high or low rise? Great. Daisy Dukes? Okay! Belted or frayed? Yass.
Flirty 30s: At this point in life, you've probably locked down your favorite denim looks and discarded the ones that just *don't* work. Now you can color outside the lines without taking crazy fashion risks. Choose variations on the classics — like the Maje Scalloped Denim Shorts ($133) — 'cuz it's all about the scalloped waistband, embroidered details, or even a jumpsuit variation.
Sézane 1990 Short ($95)
AG Railroad Romper ($228)
Fab 40s: You've got your signature style and know what keeps you comfortable. But this time in your life is all about knowing what complements your body and lifestyle, like these Acne Studios Swamp Denim Shorts ($220). But don't be afraid to take the overalls route, wear 'em long and lean, or summertime relaxed.
Gap Denim Short Overalls ($60)
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Back in January, we introduced you to a feel-good cause to inspire your New Year's resolution: a walking challenge to help raise funds for the amazing cancer fighters at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. I took part in the challenge with the Brit + Co team and ended up walking 105+ miles in January — it was awesome.
This spring, there's a new challenge on the horizon, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Big Climb. The ask: On May 15, 2021, you can step up to take cancer down by committing to climb 1,311 steps, walking 3.2 miles, or doing 440 chair step-ups at home as part of the Big Climb. If you need some motivation to bring movement back into your daily routine — look no further!
As always, it's free to sign up, but climbers are encouraged to set a fundraising goal to help beat cancer. We'll be organizing another Brit + Co team to step up, and I hope you'll join us too! Keep scrolling for a peek at where I'll be completing the challenge in my Los Angeles neighborhood around the hidden Silver Lake Stairs. Happy climbing!
Never underestimate the power of an accountability buddy! I asked my in-laws, my partner, and a few friends to join me so we can keep each other motivated and accountable in completing the challenge — virtual high-fives all around! Also, my dog Fox is a great climber, too.
An aesthetically pleasing backdrop is a huge motivator for me! I'm fortunate to have all sorts of painted steps around my neighborhood to keep the challenge interesting, but you can also keep cool inside with at-home chair step-ups.
Don't forget to share your progress on social — #BigClimb!
Feel free to break the challenge up if you need to by tackling half the distance in the AM and half at sunset. Here's me 1,311 steps later and ready for a break — but, think I earned this one!
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