Oh my goodness! It’s been forever since I’ve done a style post. But the time has come to be brave. Brave that is to reveal those less than tan legs. Brave that is to wear 3.5″ shorts. Too short for a 50+ woman? I don’t think so.
See it’s time to be brave and be the woman I really want to be. That woman still likes to shop in places where they sell 3.5″ shorts. I also love the colors I typically find in that length, so I’m going with it. I may not be thrilled with my tanless legs and the fact they are showing some signs of that creepy skin but aging isn’t for the faint of heart nor is it time to run and hide because imperfections exist. Nope, I’m going to write style posts and live with imperfection and seek to embrace it. Life is too short…
When I saw these shorts at Gap Factory Outlet {similar}, I immediately shifted through the stack to find my size because I love this color! I didn’t know what I would wear with them, but I didn’t care they were going home with me. Then I found this cute little top {similar} hanging in my closet. I recently found these comfy and fun sandals at Steve Madden. I adore them.
Since we acquired Gracie about a year and a half ago, she is always present trying to participate in everything we do. Taking pictures is no exception!
A little tug of war is just one thing she absolutely LOVES. I can’t resist having a little playtime with her.
I have to say it’s good to be back working on blogging again. It’s good to work on being brave even in the small things because life is too short…but I’m staying true that these shorts are not too short. 🙂
Happy Wednesday and sending much love to you!
xoxox ~ Carrie
Linking up here.
Mireille says
Very cute outfit and the shorts do not look too short. I think it has to do with fit and with how they fit on your frame. Love the color you chose too! Fun pics!
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Carrie says
Thank you, sweet lady! Fit is totally important. I’m glad you stopped by. xoxo
Shelly @ The Queen in Between says
These shorts look perfect on you and definitely not too short.
Carrie says
Thank you, Shelly! You only live once so wear the shorts. xoxo
Kellyann says
You are rockin’ those shorts Carrie – they are made for you! I love those shoes too!
xo,
Kellyann
Carrie says
Thank you, Kellyann!
Shoes to Shiraz says
Yes yes, yes!! Love your attitude!
Carrie says
Smiles and hugs because I know you would be hugging me after reading this post. xoxo
Sierra says
I love seeing your fashion posts! These shorts look great on you and I love the color. Such fun photos and how cute is your pup playing tug of war.
Carrie says
Thank you, Sierra! It’s been so long since I’ve done a style post and I’ve missed them. I’ll be back! xoxo
Rebecca Purdie says
I think you look very nice!
The shorts are not revealing and the color is summery.
Carrie says
Thank you, Rebecca! xoxo
Jodie's Touch of Style says
This is the message we all need to hear!! Life is too short to worry about silly things….wearing shorts is exactly what the summer is all about.
I laugh because when I was working, I wouldn’t wear shorts because I didn’t think it was professional. Yet now? I’m wearing shorts like a mad woman…AND I’m much older than I was back then!! Go figure.
XOOX
Jodie
Carrie says
Let’s wear all the shorts!! xoxo
Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom says
Welcome back and I just adore this color of shorts. I have some 3.5″ shorts, but I prefer a little longer… if only I had my 20 year old legs again!! Haha!! You look great! FASTer Way does so much to make us look our best! 🙂
Carrie
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Carrie says
Those young legs would be great and yet think of all our legs have gotten us through! I love FASTer Way and just got certified as a coach! xoxo
Sarah @ Foxy's Domestic Side says
You are too cute! I can only wear shorts 3.5 is the longest I can go, I have such short legs, anything longer makes me look SOOO short! hehe. You look fantastic friend, and that jumping shot, YES!
Carrie says
YES, to the shorts and I totally understand about short legs…I’ve got them too! xoxo
Laura says
Those shorts look fabulous on you! I like anything from 3.5-5 inch but won’t go shorter just out of comfort and decency! Ha! I think you should wear whatever makes you feel good! I have a pair of mint colored shorts from years ago and I still love wearing them! They go with a lot! Can’t wait to see how else you wear these!
Carrie says
Mint is much more versatile that I remember. I haven’t had anything this color in forever! I’ll be wearing them often. xoxo
Ruthyannie says
I think the shorts look amazing on you! It’s all about what you feel comfortable in and what you want to wear! I remember hearing you can’t wear mini skirts after 35?!? Like what? I love wearing a mini skirt when I go out at times and I think some of these rules are just ridiculous and used to make older women feel inferior than the 20 something year olds. Thanks for sharing and definitely keep on rocking what you want!
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Carrie says
I heard that same craziness about mini skirts! What? Yes, I adore them and will wear them too! We will rock it at any age!
Anne says
I feel your pain on the tan-less legs, but these shorts are too great not to rock! What a fun color. And the shoes! Fab.
Carrie says
Thank you, Anne! I adore these shorts and the shoes are my favorite. I tend to want to save my favorite things but you only life once so wear the shoes.
Nicole Mölders says
I always wonder why arms and the face tan so much faster than legs eventhough they are exposed all summer. Often more than my arms as I wear a lot of skirts and tops with sleeves. Weird.
Carrie says
I agree! My legs do tan eventually and I consider myself more fortunate than my husband. We have a standing joke about his reflective legs.
Mummabstylish Mummabstylish says
My legs never seem to tan – even on holiday!!! You look amazing in this shorts and top look, and cute to see your dog. Thank you for joining the #linkup Jacqui Mummabstylish
jess says
I embrace my paleness too!! I just never got into the tanning cream. So good to see you Carrie! I love that you added pics of your doggy too, you know I love dogs. These pretty blue shorts look great on you and I love the contrast with your top. Those sandals look oh so comfy too!
thanks for linking!
jess xx
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Mica says
They are such fun shorts on you and they look great with the top! 🙂
i am as sunsafe as possible so I try to avoid a tan – I don’t really tan anyway, just burn, so I rock my pale legs all summer long, haha!
Hope you had a great weekend!
Thank you so much for joining the #weekdayWearLinkUp 🙂 I just posted this week’s linkup, I’d love you to join again! 🙂
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