Posh shorts for a winter wedding - where do I start?

[babysaurus]

Pretty informal friends wedding in mid November, registry office then pub. Thought some smart shorts with a loose-ish top with either a boat or cowl neck would work. Am a size 16 with reasonable legs but unfortunately an apple shape. Where would be good to start looking, feel a bit out of touch!

[BackforGood]

Shorts in November ??? Where are you, the Carribean ?

Personally, I can't put 'shorts' and 'wedding' in the same sentence (well, I can literally, but you know what I mean ), however informal it is said to be.

[babysaurus]

Smart shorts with tights, think Toast have done similar in the past but I can't quite stretch to £90ish a pair!

[LaurieFairyCake]

I'm fatter than you and I don't think shorts on an apple shape are a good look for a wedding (just in case you thought it was just cos you're a 16 )

Shorts are hard enough to wear when you're chubby - never mind trying to do them glam enough for an (informal) wedding.

[Onesleeptillwembley]

Not shorts for a wedding! No! Really, no, you just cant wear shorts to s wedding. Not even a size 8 teenage model should be doing that. And not on a 16 apple shape (that's almost me, btw).

[babysaurus]

Thanks but I was actually asking if anyone knew of anywhere that would be good to start looking in.

The bride is wearing jeans. With a nice top, I imagine, but jeans all the same.

[SundaySimmons]

Another no to the shorts.

All I get is an image of culottes. And that isn't good.

[Kezztrel]

There are lots of smarter shorts around right now. Topshop have some moth print ones which I adore. Start with Asos though, they have a good range of high to low end brands so you can get an idea of what's out there. Lots of culottes around atm! I like the idea of brocade type ones, smart tailored material but not too smart for the type of wedding it is. Again have seen these in Topshop.

[AmberNectarine]

The only person who can rock shorts at a wedding.

[babysaurus]

Thanks Kezztrel!
I had a peek in topshop today but it was only a small branch so not much choice. Will get Googling!

[Onesleeptillwembley]

Sorry, I think the junkie looks awful, and inappropriate.

[sassytheFIRST]

To the naysayers, I've done shorts for a summer wedding - black shorts, jade green cropped jacket, cream top and heels - looked great! Need great pins and lots of confidence tho

Monsoon might be a good place to start. Or some of the cheaper labels that tend to be in dept stores - kaliko etc.

[MrsCampbellBlack]

I just think you're looking a bit too early. Lots of winter shorts will hit the shops soon.

[LillyNotOfTheValley]

Well perhaps high waist shorts would do with a nice round collar blouse tucked inside them and a brightly colored belt to create a nice waistline (and matching shoes/clutch bag)?

I kind of like those two: www.reiss.com/eu/womens/shorts/

[PharaohHound]

Jilly Cooper fans...


Didn't Daisy Mcloed wear velvet Knickerbockers to Rupert and Taggie's wedding? shorts, knickerbockers, same difference...

[MrsCampbellBlack]

She did and with them a jacket with roses on it. Drew 'blewed' some money on her outfit.

[babysaurus]

Thanks Sassy, I don't think its bizarre at all and glad to see I'm not the only

[babysaurus]

The grey silk Reiss ones are along the right lines, I reckon

[AmberNectarine]

Seriously though OP, I think shorts could look great - maybe a sparkly top though? Bit of beading?

[babysaurus]

If it wasn't for the price...

[babysaurus]

Thanks Amber, that's why I'm looking now!

[TSSDNCOP]

My initial thought was FC or Ted, but neither came up trumps.

I like the Reiss ones though.

[babysaurus]

Just seen the Kate Moss link - if only!

[LadyMilfordHaven]

NO NO NO

and i love shorts

[trixymalixy]

these?

[TSSDNCOP]

ASOS is your friend