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Shorts for summer 2015

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shorts for summer 2015

From top left: navy shorts (on sale!) / handbag / white and chambray striped shorts / dark grey board shorts

The hot, summer weather is here; this means it is time for shorts! There are several styles of shorts which are on trend for the summer 2015 season. This means we will not have to sacrifice style for comfort this summer. Love that!

The runways brought us the boho-trend, and the Bermuda shorts trend. Shorts for summer 2015 reflect both of these runway trends. There are also a few shorts trends for summer 2015 which did not grace the runways in New York, Paris, Milan, and London; they originate from the streets, and from the beaches. Without further adieu, here are the ultimate trends in short for summer 2015:

Boho-chic: Boho-chic shorts are all the rage for summer 2015. We are seeing boho style prints, loose fabrics, and relaxed silhouettes on boho-chic shorts. Boho-chic shorts tend to hit mid-thigh or slightly above.

Bermuda shorts: This 80’s trend was all over the runways for spring/summer 2015. Bermuda shorts for summer 2015 tend to be shown in solid colors or denim. Look for styles which are slim fitting, and hit right at the top of the knee cap.

Board shorts: Board shorts are a huge street style trend. Originally popularized by surfers on the beaches of California, Florida, and Hawaii, board shorts are mainstream for summer 2015. Look for dark, solid colors, and drawstring waists. Also look for board shorts to hit between mid-thigh, and the top of the knee.

Bow-tie shorts: Shorts with bow-tie’s at the waist are a huge trend this summer 2015 season. Look for styles which hit mid-thigh, or slightly above. The silhouette is loose without flowing. This feminine style looks amazing with wedges or tie-up sandals.

Denim cut-offs: Cut-offs, which was a huge trend in the 90’s, 80’s, and 70’s, are back with a vengeance. Look for styles which are very distressed, and hit about mid-thigh or slightly above. Cut-offs look best with vintage tee’s, tank tops, flip flops, and loose fitting tops. This is a trend you can DIY. Have an old pair of jeans you don’t wear anymore? Why not cut them off! You’ll recycle an old article of clothing, and save money at the same time. Love that!

There you have it! The hottest trends in shorts from both the runways, and the streets; and shall we also say beaches?! There is a style of shorts for everyone this summer 2015 season. Which style is your favorite?

My favorite short for summer 2015 from around the web:

Flare jeans and platforms

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Pictured: Sunglasses: Prada / Lipstick: Chanel 847 Amorosa / Shirt: Express / Bracelets: Kendra Scott / Handbag: Mansur Gavriel / Nail Polish: Chanel Lovely Beige / Jeans: Gap / Shoes: Prada (old, also love SAVE or SPLURGE)

I am in love with the 1970’s trend of the moment. Everything about the trend, from boho-chic to flare jeans to uber-casual handbags; the trend just fits my personal style. Love that!

Although platforms were in style several years ago, and then out of style the past two years; I am thrilled they are back in style for fall 2015. Standing at 5’4″, I love any type of shoe which offers both height, and comfort. There is something about platforms which I find to be more comfortable than classic flat soled shoes. The platform offers a softer base for the ball of the foot than a thin soled shoe offers when standing on hard ground, or the street. I find platforms are easier to stand in for long periods of time than flat soled shoes for that very reason. This makes them perfect for parties; or any occasion where one has to stand! Of course, walking in platforms can be challenging.

I have found Prada makes the ideal platform. Their platforms are always walkable, comfortable, soft, and on-trend. The Prada plarforms I am wearing in the pictures above are from Prada’s fall 2009 runway. They are still in great condition despite being worn to death by me over the years. I feel like they are worth every penny, and if I purchase another pair of platforms this season, I will seriously look at Prada’s collection. Feet are our base, they should be kept happy  😉

I am looking forward to wearing my platforms again this season! Which trends from the 1970’s look for fall 2015 are you excited about?

Summer outfit in San Francisco

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Pictured: Sunglasses: Prada / Lipstick: Chanel 487 Amorosa / Earrings: Kendra Scott / Top: Banana Republic (sold out, similar here) / Skirt: Gap (sold out, similar here)/ Ring: Kendra Scott / Handbag Mansur Gavriel / Nail Polish: Chanel Beige Rose / Shoes: c/o Donald J Pliner

Over the weekend, my husband and I took the kids to the de Young Museum in San Francisco. We have taken them to the Children’s Discovery Museum, The Tech Museum, and the Legion of Honor; but this was our first trip to the fabulous de Young! It was nice to take the kids to the de Young since both my husband and I remember our own parents taking us to de Young Museum when we were kids. We love being able to pass the experience on to our kids.

My kids favorite art pieces inside the museum included the early American silver service, the early American chairs, any painting with kids in it, the civil war era fireplace, the observation tower, and Keith Haring’s “untitled (three figures dancing)” which was located outside the building. Of course, they also loved the cookies in the cafe, and the books in the gift shop!

The pictures I took, shown above, were taken from both the ground, and the observation tower inside the de Young Museum. How amazing is the living roof atop the California Academy of Sciences!!

If you are local to the Bay Area, or visiting San Francisco, the de Young Museum is a must-see! Locals and tourists alike enjoy the important exhibits, and overall experience at the museum. To learn more about the de Young Museum, please visit their website online here.