How Can I Wear My Favorite Shorts in the Colder Months?

We get it. We also want to extend our beloved summer wardrobe into fall and even winter. You're not alone! Wearing shorts when the temperature drops can be a fun fashion statement, but you have to do it right or you'll look like you forgot to check the weather. The key to making your favorite shorts work in colder months is paying close attention to fabric and fit, as well as adding just the right layers. Here are some top tips to master shorts for fall and winter:

1. Choose the Right Fabrics: Skip summer fabrics such as linen and instead look for heavier wool, denim, and leather. As creator Molly McKeever noted on TikTok, "texture is one of the first things we [use to] decipher between seasons." She recommends heavier fabrics in earth tones to bring shorts into colder months. Longer versions, such as Bermuda shorts, work especially well for this.

2. Layer Up: Pair your shorts with tights or leggings, which add warmth while keeping the look stylish. Don't be afraid to wear tights with open-toed shoes; that fashion rule saying you shouldn't is outdated.

3. Footwear Matters: Speaking of shoes, any winter-friendly footwear will help to bring your shorts into the right season. We especially love knee-high boots and loafers. Add a cozy sock for an even more fashion-forward vibe.

4. Top It Off: Balance the shorts with a cozy sweater, light jacket, or even a blazer. These additions provide warmth, but also contrast well with the shorts, providing balance. Ashlyn Greer, founder of Fashivly personal styling, said on TikTok that even the boxer short trend can work with the right add-ons, such as a trench coat or denim jacket, leather handbag, and baseball cap.

5. Accessorize With Confidence: Add a cozy scarf, that baseball hat, or even a chic pair of gloves, both to provide warmth and to add to the cold-weather feel. Have some fun with it; when it comes to fashion, confidence goes a long way.