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Old 03-03-2008, 01:45 PM   #1
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I have a variety of shorts, all the same size but not all the same size. They have different cuts, inseams, waistbands, etc. I just can't seem to find shorts that I like. Last year, I ended up wearing capri pants unless it was too hot. When I did wear shorts, I opted for a longer bermuda length. I just don't like how shorts fit on my thighs. It isn't that I think I look bad as much as they are just not comfortable. Does anyone else have this problem?
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Old 03-03-2008, 01:47 PM   #2
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Yes...and I have problems with pants too! I don't have many pairs of shorts, becuase either they're too short or too long, I can't find a good happy middle. I have two pairs that I like, one from Brooks Brothers and one from Talbot's that are perfect...but I got them years and years ago. Each year I check to see if I can get more, but the styles change so much...I haven't found any additional pairs that work! I tend to wear skirts more now...cooler than capris for me.
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Old 03-03-2008, 01:56 PM   #3
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I don't wear shorts....ever....not even to work out. I wear capris (which are more liked cropped pants on my short legs), including workout capris and skirts. The skirts have to be right past my knees, I do not show my knees. If I am in a swimsuit (rarely, usually just at MIL's house in the pool or out on the boat), I will wear a wrap on my lower half. When going to the beach in the summer, I will wear a tankini top and a pair of workout capris that dry quickly when they get wet.
I am way too self conscious to wear shorts
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Old 03-03-2008, 02:07 PM   #4
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I have a couple of skorts which I really like as they do not bind on the thighs at all and they look a little dressier (we called them cullotes or something like that when I was a kid). I have a harder time getting them to fit around the waist, so I go for something w/ a stretch band. I find the most comfy ones I get at are from sporting goods stores. Something to hike in.
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Old 03-03-2008, 02:09 PM   #5
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I hate shorts. My thighs seem to always feel icky in them. I always wear capris. I already starting shopping for spring. I fing myself looking at dresses more.
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Old 03-03-2008, 02:24 PM   #6
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I love wearing shorts and would wear them more often if I could find some that fit. I may try some of the longer style this year, but who knows. I usually end up in capri's or soccer shorts.

Really though, the more I think about it the more I realize how LITTLE I've looked in the past. I don't think I've really looked too hard in the past. I'm gonna have to do a major search this year and find some really good pairs!!

The one thing I have learned though is when you find a pair you like buy a TON of them. 'Cause it never fails when you decide to go get more they don't sell them anymore!
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Old 03-03-2008, 02:35 PM   #7
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I usually wear capris, I have to dress up for work and I can get by with black capris and a dress blouse.

I hardly ever wear shorts, because I don't think that my legs are my greatest asset!!
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Old 03-03-2008, 04:13 PM   #8
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I do have trouble finding shorts. Last year I bought a few of the longer length ones and I wore them a lot. I pulled them out the other day (it is 70 degrees here today!) and they looked tired and bad. I am dreading the search for new ones. I have a couple of pairs of shorter length ones from J Crew that are cute that I got last summer. You can roll them up and fasten a little strip of fabric to a button if you want them shorter, or you can roll them down and make them a couple of inches longer. But I am like Oregano and I wear lots of skirts in the warm months. I have some girly ones and I also have a jean skirt and a khacki skirt that are from the Gap that are really straight and fitted and hit just above the knee and have a little stretch in them. They look great with tanks or t shirts and sandals and I can toss them in the washer and dryer.
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Old 03-03-2008, 05:33 PM   #9
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I don't wear shorts....ever....not even to work out. I wear capris (which are more liked cropped pants on my short legs), including workout capris and skirts. The skirts have to be right past my knees, I do not show my knees. If I am in a swimsuit (rarely, usually just at MIL's house in the pool or out on the boat), I will wear a wrap on my lower half. When going to the beach in the summer, I will wear a tankini top and a pair of workout capris that dry quickly when they get wet.
I am way too self conscious to wear shorts
You are too hard on yourself!!

I think I will try to find some skirts this year. What a PITA!
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I almost always wear capris.
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