Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Winter Shorts

A contradiction in terms? CC thinks not, and judging by their prevalence on the runways, designers are in accordance!
3.1 Phillip Lim, via nymag.com; other runway photos courtesy style.com except where otherwise credited
Central Saint Martins
Charles Anastase
Chloé
Cynthia Steffe, via nymag.com
Dries Van Noten
Dsquared2
Emanuel Ungaro
Emporio Armani
House of Holland
Hutson
Io Ipse Idem
Jaeger London
Missoni
PPQ, via nymag.com
Rue du Mail

Beckerman yellow plaid shorts; this and next two at asos.com.
Rare metallic snake-effect shorts
Asos braces short
Shiny high waist hot short, at americanapparel.net.
Rojas raspberry pocket shorts, at Chickdowntown.com.
Anthropologie.com.
Sass and Bide Tell Me Something shorts, at bunnyhug.co.uk.
Love 21 button pleat short, at forever21.com.
Rag & Bone Pliss tailored wool shorts, at lagarconne.com.
Chelsea Girl vegan leather shorts, at lulus.com.
Up to Eleven shorts; this and next at ModCloth.com.
Puddle Jumping Shorts.
Twenty8Twelve Darcy shorts, at my-wardrobe.com.
Chloe wool flannel turn-up shorts; this and next at net-a-porter.com.
Maje suede shorts.
Gryphon sequin shorts; this and next at shopbop.com.
Chris Benz Concord silk shorts.
Last look: Sophie Hulme sequin jumpsuit, at pixiemarket.com.
Just pair these little beauties with some opaque tights and fierce booties and you’re all set!
xoxox,
CC
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89 comments:

  1. KPSeptember 30, 2009 at 10:42 AM

    I'm loving the 40s inspired looks-it takes the trend in such a different direction xoxox

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  2. stilettolover91September 30, 2009 at 10:44 AM

    HOT HOT HOT!!!! Shorts are awesome!!! I really like the pic of the girl in the white top, black shorts & heels!! Fabulous post!

    http://www.hottheels.blogspot.com

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  3. Maria ConferSeptember 30, 2009 at 10:58 AM

    I love shorts in the winter. So reminds me of my mom in the early 90's!!

    I seriously covet the leather ones.

    lululetty.blogspot.com

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:09 AM

    I say fall! but to brrr for me for winter ;)

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  5. Jaime @ laviejaimeSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:11 AM

    I like this for winter- tights and boots- fab! Any wool/tweed choices work for me!

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  6. erika soroccoSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:12 AM

    I have such an obsession with tailored shorts. I'm hoping some will go on sale now that the cooler months are fast approaching. Oh, I would give anything for a pair from Chloe. I saw Eva Longoria wearing a peach-colored pair with a bow sash in a magazine a few months back...pure bliss. I want! :)

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  7. Virginia de la ReynaresSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:13 AM

    Might be cold but sure looks good! Loving the Chris Benz silk shorts!

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  8. yiqin;September 30, 2009 at 11:17 AM

    I am so in love wit the leather shorts!!

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  9. FASHION SNAGSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:22 AM

    Carrie, I totally agree. I love shorts with tights in the winter. I want some sequin trouser looking shorts. I need to stop buying sequin stuff, but I can't. I also like the high waisted shorts look. Loving the leather ones!

    Jacqueline
    xoxo

    www.fashionsnag.com

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  10. Make Do StyleSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    I'm all for them and some great legs on show!

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  11. K.LineSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    My 9 y o daughter, who doesn't read fash mags for trends, has decided to do the winter shorts thing on her own merit. She takes summer short shorts and puts them over leggings. Then wears leg warmers. It's very cute. And strangely appropriate.

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  12. PennySeptember 30, 2009 at 11:33 AM

    Those Chloe ones have to be my favorite. Something about that look always reminds me Molly Ringwald and all those cool New Wave kids from back in the day:)

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  13. Fashion MomentSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:38 AM

    I love, love it! You made such a great selection darling!

    FM~FP~AF

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  14. Leslie @ A Blonde AmbitionSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:53 AM

    Love the idea of shorts in winter, very reminiscent of the early 90's, but still so cute and modern.

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  15. Jadore-FashionSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    love winter short with cute boots...like the chloe shorts and the last jumpsuit is too cute!
    xoxo

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  16. Jennifer FabulousSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    Winter shorts...I might actually have to do that this year. Fabulous!

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  17. Kelly-Ann MaddoxSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    I've decided that I will rock winter shorts this year. Previous years I've thought it was a bit of a naff idea, but I'm liking what I'm seeing this year, especially the subtle grey ones with the preppy cuts and school uniform materials, teamed with thick black tights and bright t-shirts. Great post, I enjoyed looking through the pictures.

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  18. LPCSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:23 PM

    This, my dears, is too much of a stretch. But enjoy.

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  19. RohiniSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:26 PM

    Love the high-waist, leather ones! And that pleated skirt is mighty adorable. :)

    Xx

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  20. alexkellerSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    i could so do this is Tucson - it never really gets cold

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  21. daisychainSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    winter shorts...must try this

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  22. meraldiaSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    The 40s style is so feminine, I love it!
    xxx

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  23. Dina's DaysSeptember 30, 2009 at 1:00 PM

    Shorts with opaque tights are so on my list of things to wear this fall.

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  24. Debbie ShiamaySeptember 30, 2009 at 1:17 PM

    I loveeee this post! I definitely will be wearing shorts more often this coming winter! Love you CC!

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  25. Iva MessySeptember 30, 2009 at 1:20 PM

    so cute, winter shorts!!

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  26. www.janetteria.comSeptember 30, 2009 at 1:28 PM

    I need a leather ones so much! :-)

    XoXo

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  27. Sierra September 30, 2009 at 1:39 PM

    Wow, winter shorts is definitely a new philosophy for me, but they are all stunning. Sorry I haven't been by in a while CC, hope you are doing well! XO!

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  28. freeteymeSeptember 30, 2009 at 1:41 PM

    I like the rag and bone one and the plaid skort, very pretty!

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  29. LeahSeptember 30, 2009 at 1:42 PM

    I saw a lot of shorts in the runway... I love winter shorts... the leather, the metallics.

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  30. Grumpy old manSeptember 30, 2009 at 1:57 PM

    Hmmm, love the legs and love the peeptoes... ;-) great post!
    Colin.

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  31. DelmySeptember 30, 2009 at 2:00 PM

    I love the fall! So many beautiful pieces!

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  32. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:04 PM

    i love wearing tights with shorts during the winter

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  33. FeteSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:11 PM

    WWW. lasedadesdemilu.blogspot.com

    Fantastic Couture Carrie !!!!!

    kisses

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  34. LisaSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:21 PM

    I've got a pair of high-waisted shorts in a wintery gray material from F21 that I'll be trying this look with!

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  35. NikiSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:25 PM

    LOVE winter shorts. one of my favourite looks this fall were the chloe leather shorts paired with their OTK boots.
    xo!

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  36. KeithSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:26 PM

    I like these. Very cool looking. Heck, I'm still wearing shorts right now. It's not gotten cool enough here to stop wearing them yet.

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  37. LenoreNeverM♡reSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:32 PM

    I love the contrast stitching detail in one of the shorts CC! Heard this coming winter is going to be a cold-freezing one... ~xo*

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  38. UnknownSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    I've bought a new pair at Zara an't wait to wear them with opaque tights!!

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  39. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:38 PM

    yay....shorts for winter!!!

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  40. delinaSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:43 PM

    oh those short are awesome! love the leather shorts x

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  41. The AnthologySeptember 30, 2009 at 2:46 PM

    Gorgeous! Gorgeous! Gorgeous!

    I think I'll have to rock some winter shorts. Time to break out the stockings.

    * Kelsey

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  42. SwethaSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:57 PM

    Even i don't think "winter shorts" is a contradiction! i wear shortly mostly during winter. The first shorts is sexy! and i loved all the leather shorts! They are making me kinda mad:)

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  43. Children of the 90sSeptember 30, 2009 at 3:16 PM

    It reminds me of sort of a retro pin-uppy look. Cute!

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  44. B a la ModaSeptember 30, 2009 at 3:45 PM

    Wow, great picture selection. My conclusion is that I need to get some high waist shorts. They look very nice.

    xoxo
    B* a la Moda

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  45. Denisa LSeptember 30, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    can't wait for winter to come to try some:))

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  46. Lady ThirtySeptember 30, 2009 at 3:56 PM

    oh I think I have to put on a pair of shorts :) lovely!

    xoxo

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  47. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2009 at 3:57 PM

    ok. i simply neeed a pair of high waisted leather shorts!!!! or faux leather.
    xoxox

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  48. chic femmeSeptember 30, 2009 at 3:59 PM

    I really love the layered look with shorts over leggings or over stockings. Very cute. :)

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  49. Sheri, RNSeptember 30, 2009 at 3:59 PM

    I love the shorts featured!

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  50. BBSeptember 30, 2009 at 4:00 PM

    I just love this look and trend ... I think it is so chic.

    All I can hope is that the Utah winter allows me to don this style at least once before it gets too too cold!

    Fingers crossed!

    ~BB

    http://www.bargainbex.blogspot.com/

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  51. Dream SequinsSeptember 30, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    I'm in love with the idea of formal shorts paired with tights for cocktails. So sweet. :)

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  52. we wear thingsSeptember 30, 2009 at 4:41 PM

    this is my fave idea.. especially with out so called winter.. it's incredibly wearable down here.

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  53. ilovecoolthingsSeptember 30, 2009 at 4:47 PM

    will have to wear mine with tights as i'm beyond the no tights point now... boooooo

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  54. SusanSeptember 30, 2009 at 4:49 PM

    I love winter shorts, especially the grey ones! wonderful collection, again! have a lovely day, dearest CC!
    xoxo

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  55. UnknownSeptember 30, 2009 at 4:58 PM

    definately loving shorts for winter xxxx

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  56. GabbiSeptember 30, 2009 at 6:07 PM

    I love the look dear CC... wondering if I'm bold enough to do it at 34???

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  57. Taylor SterlingSeptember 30, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    shorts are so in this fall. Perfect selection as always!

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  58. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    i love shorts and these are all fabulous! love those fun yellow plaid ones! ;)

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  59. ESeptember 30, 2009 at 6:32 PM

    I have been obsessed OBSESSED with finding a good, but not bank-breaking pair of leather shorts and thank you so much for posting the Lulu's pair!!

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  60. SamSeptember 30, 2009 at 6:50 PM

    Pretty cute I have to admit but I think you'd have to choosy about the ones you get so that they are flattering....might be a bit tricky for those of us who don't have mile high legs!

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  61. Pixel Wild ChildSeptember 30, 2009 at 7:06 PM

    So shorts are fashionable? Love them but they don't look good on me. Great selections of picks!

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  62. Peter BreeseSeptember 30, 2009 at 7:11 PM

    Black and white stripe runway piece is tip-top! Nice CC.

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  63. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2009 at 7:29 PM

    I didn't realise there were so many shorts looks from the fall collections! We can get away with that in an English winter, though I'm by the sea so it may be a bit brisk on the legs. Maybe I'll test it out!

    Denise ♥

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  64. Rebecca JaneSeptember 30, 2009 at 7:52 PM

    I have to say i do like the look of shorts in winter with fabulous tights and boots. A cute way to change things up

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  65. MSeptember 30, 2009 at 8:21 PM

    Yes to shorts in the winter! I like them really short with opaque tights underneath. :)

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  66. Style ReduxSeptember 30, 2009 at 8:26 PM

    You have no idea how much I want those Phillip Lim leather shorts. I found these great grey tweed See by Chloe shorts that I can wear now that it's cooling down. :) But, a leather pair are definitely on my list of things I need!

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  67. ChristenSeptember 30, 2009 at 8:37 PM

    I desperately want a pair of those leather shorts for this winter... They are just so versatile,

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  68. UnknownSeptember 30, 2009 at 8:45 PM

    hmmm...I didn't know how I felt about it at first but I kind of love it. especially with really really dark tights or some fabulous tights that are available this season with lace and crochet and everything.

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  69. Miss CavendishSeptember 30, 2009 at 9:06 PM

    Ilove winter shorts, but I prefer a straight length to a tulip-y flare. Am surprised to see flared shorts making such a comeback!

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  70. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2009 at 9:38 PM

    i really want some leather shorts for the winter
    this is great, gave me so many ideas
    thanks for sharing!

    -cma
    check out my blog @
    cosmicaroline.blogspot.com

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  71. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2009 at 10:33 PM

    This post was so meant for me I wear shorts more in the winter than i even do in the summer~
    XOXOX
    Libby
    http://fashionconfectionairy.weebly.com

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  72. Michael St. JamesSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:47 PM

    LOVE the Missoni look!

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  73. AnonymousOctober 1, 2009 at 12:06 AM

    My God I love laying! And the thought of bringing out a new trend with shorts just adds to layering with leggings!

    Thank you so much for letting me know about my link! I fixed it, so definitely fill out the questionnaire!

    P.S. ... I really love that you can wear those shorts with blazers!

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  74. Kendra AlexandraOctober 1, 2009 at 12:26 AM

    Love the shorts :)
    Thanks for the comment on my blog!
    stoleninspiration.blogspot.com

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  75. FashionJazzOctober 1, 2009 at 2:01 AM

    I LUV shorts in winter and this makes me long for cold weather again- but we are only now going into summer- : ) So hopefully I can find leather/sequin shorts!

    Have a lovely day!!

    J xx

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  76. Becky TjanderaOctober 1, 2009 at 6:25 AM

    super beautiful ! i love all of them . i wanna buy new shorts now ! haha . btw you got an award from me dear ! you can grab it on my blog :) and i've linked you too . thank you for your lovely comments !

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  77. Loré LoréOctober 1, 2009 at 7:16 AM

    Love the look....great shorts!!

    www.loreloreknits.blogspot.com

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  78. C.October 1, 2009 at 8:45 AM

    I love love love winter shorts!!!!! These runway inspirations are great, Carrie. My favourites are the Chloe and Dsquared2 shorts!

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  79. AnonymousOctober 1, 2009 at 9:44 AM

    I got me a pair of grey shorts last winter and I guess I have worn them just twice. I like them but I don't seem the find the right occasion for them. I love Jaeger London's look!

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  80. AnonymousOctober 1, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    These are gorgeous, especially the gray puddle ones (forgot the name). Wonderful post!

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  81. AverillOctober 1, 2009 at 10:33 AM

    Since I live in Houston, shorts in winter aren't at all out of the question!

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  82. AnikaOctober 1, 2009 at 10:57 AM

    CC, we must be on the same wavelength. I recently cut up a pair of thrifted leather pants to make cuffed leather shorts. I adored them instantly and decided to wear them out with stockings and boots.

    The perfect new take on winter wear.

    Love it, and the pics. Thanks for sharing dear
    xx

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  83. AlineOctober 1, 2009 at 11:38 AM

    thanks for this...I needed inspiration!

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  84. AnonymousOctober 1, 2009 at 3:06 PM

    That's my credo ! I never put jeans or pants in winter, so boring xD.
    I love tights and beautiful shorts, skirts and coats and everything !!

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  85. nicoleOctober 2, 2009 at 4:10 AM

    awesome post, it totally showcases the various types of shorts on trend for the season. it also reminds me that I'm still on a search for a pair of leather shorts and sequin shorts. you know, if I keep following your blog, I may just go broke! lol

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  86. Beth ConnollyOctober 2, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    I love the look-especially with tights or boots.

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  87. GigiOctober 2, 2009 at 2:28 PM

    Oh, I will be in leather shorts, make no mistake about it! :-)

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  88. LizBlairOctober 23, 2009 at 2:40 PM

    Hi! Would you be interested in doing a link exchange? I am at www.lizblair.blogspot.com.

    Thanks!

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  89. DSMarch 24, 2012 at 6:51 AM

    Love those shorts!

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