Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Zero Coverage

If you dare, wear short shorts!
At left, Viktor & Rolf.
Cuffed, patterned, high-waist, minuscule, pocketed... the options are limitless, and these little beauties are a fabulous way to showcase those glamorous gams!
On the runway: photos via nymag.com; Gwyneth via imnotobsessed.com.
Cuffed:
Blumarine
Salvatore Ferragamo
Isabel Marant
High-waisted:
Chloé
Roberto Cavalli
Patterned:
Collette Dinnigan
Byblos
D&G
Miss Sixty
Jean Paul Gaultier
Dolce & Gabbana
Paul & Joe
Hot Pants:
Elie Saab
Emporio Armani
PPQ
Byblos
Pocketed:
Krizia
Sue Stemp
Hermés
In the shops:
Matthew Williamson tweed tailored shorts; this and next four at net-a-porter.com.
Celine silk roll-hem shorts
Milly lavender Sun Ray shorts
Stella McCartney ruffle front skort
Alldressedup cotton shorts
Dahlia button detail skort at asos.com
Vera Wang Lavender Label floral shorts; this and next two at shopbop.com.
See by Chloe cuffed pleat short
Twinkle accordion short
High-waist short. Visit victoriassecret.com.
Drawstring cargo shorts. Go to fledflare.com.
J. Crew jacquard shorts, at jcrew.com.
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania printed shorts, at lagarconne.com.
Chloe high waist cotton shorts, at net-a-porter.com.
Last look: Brazilian Vogue editorial, September 2008.
Get short-y, darlings!

This concludes CC’s ABCs of Spring, darlings! Stay tuned for the Swimwear alphabet, coming soon!
xoxox,
CC
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74 comments:

  1. Flashes of StyleApril 15, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    love all these shorts! Especially that first coral pair. So cute :)

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  2. Sharon SApril 15, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    Hi there-what a fabulous selection of styles to choose from, Gywneth looks adorable in hers!! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  3. www.janetteria.comApril 15, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    Ooooh, I love all of them. YUMMY! :)

    XO

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  4. {Tara}April 15, 2009 at 11:45 AM

    I wish I had the legs for this! Damn this trend!

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  5. Daniela ValdezApril 15, 2009 at 11:59 AM

    I love them, they look great with high heels!!

    Lovely post CC!!

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  6. Pau(Rox)April 15, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    Qué maravilla de selección, me apetece mucho ponerme shorts, en especia negras.
    Love Balenciaga pochette, so cute.
    XXX Carrie

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  7. LenoreNeverM♡reApril 15, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    so glad you posted Byblos...I used to enjoy them very much CC, saw their house in Phuket Thailand, they got fabulous lifestyle! ~KISSES*2CC

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  8. AnonymousApril 15, 2009 at 12:30 PM

    Spring is finally here! Where I live anyways :p This post brightened my day forsure CC! Loved Shalom in the shorts at V&R, along with the cute blue Balmains, and ALL the high-waisted, chic shorts at Chloe. The men also don't look too bad in short shorts ;) Time to go short and swimwear shopping!

    [K]

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  9. MizzJApril 15, 2009 at 12:47 PM

    lol wow what is up with those male hot pants?! I'd like to see a regular guy trying to wear those with a straight face!

    Love how Gwyneth styles her shorts, and the Ferragamos are loose without looking sloppy.

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  10. BlairApril 15, 2009 at 12:57 PM

    Me encantan los shorts,los primeros son preciosos!!!
    Los de Isabel Marant azul Klein los ha copiado zara,tendré que probármelos!xoxo

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  11. hope505April 15, 2009 at 1:09 PM

    Give me those Ferragamos or the Armanis!! !!
    Oh, wait...I am 43 and have oompa-loompa thighs.

    on second thought...I'll pass...
    * ; )

    so many cute styles tho!! !!

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  12. carolina @ patagonia giftsApril 15, 2009 at 1:10 PM

    Love all the short shorts! well, almost... lol those male hot pants!
    The floral Paul & Joe's are so cute!
    xoxo

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  13. Graça Ventura MedeirosApril 15, 2009 at 1:27 PM

    i loove short shorts. I actually got ones i costumized last year :) kiss

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  14. SiruApril 15, 2009 at 1:27 PM

    I love the trend.

    juliet xxx

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  15. Elizabeth Victoria ClarkApril 15, 2009 at 1:29 PM

    I love shorts - I can't WAIT till its warm enough to wear them here. I'm totally loving the last Chloe's you posted... Definitely on my wish list. ox

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  16. nooneApril 15, 2009 at 1:42 PM

    hehe great shorts! I love shorts, you can show off your legs yet don't have to worry about people seeing your underwear lol

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  17. AngelaApril 15, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    i am so looking forward to shorts. must exercise harder.

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  18. WendyBApril 15, 2009 at 1:55 PM

    I love the Victor & Rolf -- even though I really never wear shorts.

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  19. we wear thingsApril 15, 2009 at 2:05 PM

    ooh the bloomer shorts are the best!!

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  20. AnonymousApril 15, 2009 at 2:21 PM

    HI. I’ve just added you to my list ‘your blog is fabulous! (I have taken one blog from each country). I think that your blog fabulous and I frequently visit it. More on my blog. Greetings.

    p.s. I like shorts too. I, ve just bought 2 new pairs of them.

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  21. erika soroccoApril 15, 2009 at 2:29 PM

    Those Viktor & Rolf are the most fabulous find on earth!

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  22. Fräulein LuiseApril 15, 2009 at 2:30 PM

    Wow, what a selection of "only" shorts and what a variety to wear.
    Great summer outfit.

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  23. leeselooksApril 15, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    I AM lusting after chloe's scallop shorts.
    my perfect short.

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  24. mademoisellebApril 15, 2009 at 2:52 PM

    All of these are greaaat !

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  25. VanessasRunwayApril 15, 2009 at 2:56 PM

    I adore shorts! I think they're the perfect kind of sexy during hot summer days or any day really!

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  26. LJApril 15, 2009 at 3:01 PM

    i love high waste mini shorts :) and this is unusual coming from me...but the boys here look delish too in those teeny tiny shorts...
    xx-LJ from SOS!

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  27. TriciaApril 15, 2009 at 3:30 PM

    I love the cuffed Blumarines.

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  28. raspberryApril 15, 2009 at 3:47 PM

    Uhh can't wait for the swimwear alphabet :) it was so fun the last time.

    I always love your titles too, I must say. Always so creative.
    And Elie Saab rocking this trend as sophisticated as always :)

    Thanks for your comment CC.
    And I love my new profile pic too. I actually have the issue of ELLE Italia where that Kate Bosworth editorial is from - spent big money on it, but it was truly worth it. I probably spend too much money on foreign fashion mags, but they always make me feel good ^^

    Have a nice week!

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  29. NotionApril 15, 2009 at 4:05 PM

    i like women in the short shorts but it looks so much better whe they fit nicely to the shape of her hips, backside and thighs (just my opinion) but i really lol don't think guys should have those on lol

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  30. MakeupByRenRenApril 15, 2009 at 4:33 PM

    shorts and heels are the ultimate hotness!

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  31. essenceApril 15, 2009 at 4:37 PM

    Qué ganas de ponerme shorts!
    Tus selecciones son increibles, me quedo con Blumarine, el siempre elegante Elie Saab, Isabel Marant, y el look de la última imagen,

    besos guapa!

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  32. AlineApril 15, 2009 at 5:12 PM

    You have found the cutest shorts ever! I am actually excited for summer!

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  33. GabbiApril 15, 2009 at 6:02 PM

    Completely in love with the Viktor & Rolf shorts dear CC... !!

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  34. MoApril 15, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    that blumarine and that last shot are amazing. I love shorts! especially paired with stockings or bare- they give your legs mileage!

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  35. WanderlustingApril 15, 2009 at 6:30 PM

    I don't own a single pair of shorts. I might have 40 dresses and 20 skirts but no shorts :S

    I'll get on that when I grow some legs - and when I do, it will be those Chloe scallop shorts as seen on Kate Bosworth! Love thOSE!

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  36. EmzApril 15, 2009 at 6:31 PM

    Oh I want new shorts! These are all so cute. I guess I should go running so I'll have more toned legs huh? haha

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  37. UnknownApril 15, 2009 at 6:32 PM

    At my age I can't carry off that look. :(

    fashionafterforty.blogspot.com

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  38. SecretistaApril 15, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    If only I didn't have such a bodacious bum.

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  39. CammilaApril 15, 2009 at 7:15 PM

    I fully endorse a pair of hotpants with some sky high heels. I love that last look the most! Go legs!

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  40. The Sydney GirlApril 15, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    oh i love this post of sexy shorts!!! shorts are so comfie!

    Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury.

    Coco Chanel

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  41. Rebecca, A Clothes HorseApril 15, 2009 at 7:24 PM

    Oooh, I can't wait till the weather permits me to wear shorts! I must say I do not like those short shorts on the men--even the male models!

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  42. WinnieApril 15, 2009 at 7:25 PM

    Ooh shorts! Can't wait to start wearing some again when the weather improves. Love the Pirate print Vivienne westwood ones!

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  43. Vintage Lollipops April 15, 2009 at 7:29 PM

    I make no qualms in saying that I’m actually looking forward to those unapologetically short shorts this summer… so I’m definitely all for the zero coverage/practically nonexistent/barely-legal attire. Lol-xxx

    But hold the phone, check out the muscles on Miss Sixty, and seriously, can Gwyneth Paltrow get any cooler.

    xxx

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  44. kelseApril 15, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    I got in on this last summer, so I've broken the 'are my shorts too short' feeling & am ready for another season, love this post.
    x

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  45. BrigadeiroApril 15, 2009 at 8:43 PM

    Gorgeous! *sigh* Wish I had the legs for them...
    xx
    CC

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  46. michelleApril 15, 2009 at 8:45 PM

    wish i could pull it off!

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  47. Blair FriedemanApril 15, 2009 at 9:33 PM

    These make me even more excited for the warm weather to come. SO many cute style!

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  48. GuapólogaApril 15, 2009 at 9:49 PM

    Just for perfect legs!

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  49. freeteymeApril 15, 2009 at 10:02 PM

    yay summer! my fave is the first one - so cute and feminine!

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  50. AnonymousApril 15, 2009 at 10:36 PM

    these are so fabulous--I'm eyeing those Milly shorts in particular. I can't wait for warmer weather!

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  51. AnonymousApril 15, 2009 at 10:51 PM

    I LOVE short shorts!

    trisch xo

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  52. AllisonApril 15, 2009 at 11:22 PM

    Oh I am absolutely adoring EVERY single one of these...seriously, there is not one that I don't like. Perfect selections as alwaysss! And yet again, I will be running for days to get my legs in tip top shorts shape :)

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  53. Tatiana NguyenApril 15, 2009 at 11:48 PM

    oh these look so yummie!

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  54. La Belette RougeApril 15, 2009 at 11:49 PM

    to be brief I hate shorts. Get it, brief?;-)

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  55. thefatandskinnyonfashionApril 16, 2009 at 12:02 AM

    people are wearing shorts in the winter too. it is becoming seasonless item.

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  56. haylinApril 16, 2009 at 12:51 AM

    i love gywneth this look~
    very nice!

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  57. Baybay MamaApril 16, 2009 at 1:15 AM

    my heart is a flutter about all of these shorts!

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  58. ElyseApril 16, 2009 at 2:04 AM

    I love the outfit with the yellow skirt and shirt with the big bow! This posting has made me excited for summer!

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  59. AmeliaApril 16, 2009 at 3:12 AM

    Short-shorts really scare me, but I love the puffy shape that we're seeing a lot of this season.

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  60. KeithApril 16, 2009 at 3:34 AM

    I love these! Some girls really have the legs to pull off short shorts.

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  61. EeliApril 16, 2009 at 4:25 AM

    I dare! I DARE!!! lol. Chloes churning out some fantastic pieces here. GAH i want them all!


    xx

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  62. The Little Fashion TreasuryApril 16, 2009 at 6:50 AM

    LOVELY SHORTS!!!
    My fav are from Chloe.!!!

    HAPPY THURSDAY!

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  63. Tina { Luphia Loves... }April 16, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    what an amazing collection of shorts!! love the Viktor & Rolf coral pair, so cute!

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  64. Hope Adela PasztorApril 16, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    i love shorts! can't wait until its warm enough to wear them !=)

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  65. FrankieApril 16, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    CC, my love - yet another brilliant post! I NEED some shorts!

    Also, I mentioned you in an interview I did recently http://www.alixrose.com/2009/04/snap-style-shot-of-frankie-from-swell.html I hope that's ok!

    x

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  66. Kira AderneApril 16, 2009 at 9:35 AM

    I like it, it is sexy!
    It´s also great with a black pair of tights :)

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  67. Frock Around the ClockApril 16, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    Those red shiny ones would look so out of place off the runway! They are really fun though. I hope summer arrives soon! :) x

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  68. JuliaApril 16, 2009 at 11:19 AM

    I love the short shorts! I especially like the ones with the bands around the bottom of them! They're like mini bloomers!

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  69. Annabel Wendt (LoveMore)April 16, 2009 at 1:36 PM

    Oh GET SHORTY! that is a movie if i am correct ? :) john travolta!? haha i love you PUNS!!!

    oh and i saw i am a feature on your links tab - GUSH I BLUSH! thank you ;)

    okay for the shorts...LOVE paul and joe always...so cute..and Salvatore Ferragamo and of course D and G :) i am def a fan of the short shorts!!!

    much love xxxx bel

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  70. HoneyBunnyApril 16, 2009 at 3:46 PM

    brave and beatiful:))

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  71. Little Bow PrepApril 16, 2009 at 10:15 PM

    Cute picks :)

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  72. SasiApril 17, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    Yay for shorts :D

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  73. Margaret MeyerApril 18, 2009 at 3:05 AM

    I'm obsessed with shorts right now! Thanks for this selection.

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  74. FashionstyleApril 18, 2009 at 7:34 AM

    A lovely style !!

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