Leather Shorts

 This was the best post title I could think of, because is there really anything more to say? “Leather Shorts” are most def a show stopper, even in words alone. I was talked into buying these babies ten years ago, when my fashion choices were way safer. I didn’t have nearly as much confidence or bravado at that time, for several reasons I won’t delve into right now. I talk about that mostly in my Inspire section posts, so feel free to hop on over there and get to know that side of me too. I laughed nervously when the pushy saleswoman tried to get me to purchase what looked to me like a leather diaper. I didn’t like my butt or legs at that time either, so the whole concert seemed insane and age in appropriate. Btw, I was 30. If that’s an indication as to the warped view that I had of myself as an “old, washed up Mom in an orthodox neighborhood”, then there you go. So sad, but it’s over so it’s really fine. We can only improve coming from places that need improvement.

Ok, so she talked me into the shorts. I thought they’d be one of those items I wore once max, or perhaps one of those indulgent purchases that never actually leave the closet and make it onto your body. I must say that these Haute Hippie shorts are hands down the coolest item in my pretty darn cool closet. I wear them a ton, and they’re always a showstopper. I have gotten tremendous use out of them, and now that I truly do like my butt and legs thanks to yoga, I rock them proudly at 40🏻.

For this look I contrasted the lil sexy shorts with an oversized chunky turtleneck sweater. I love things that are large scale, and this sweater is another fave. It was instant comfort and ease literally just thrown on with the shorts. Sexy and comfortable is always the goal. With or without tights, the high heeled Brian Atwood boots give the right amount of height and edge, and are very comfortable as far as high heeled boots are concerned. I am not a heels gal at all, so you can trust me if I tell you these were good to my feet. This new hat from Urban Outfitters is a new purchase that I’m loving this Fall! It’s the perfect scale of width and flop. It fits great on my head with no fussing. The round Prada glasses are old and look great every time. This look has a very retro Bridget Bardot feel. I saw Bohemian Rhapsody last week with my son. It was outstanding, and I was inspired to dress with a nod to that incredible time period where rock and roll was at its best, and mostly coming from England. The fashion at that time is my favorite era. I’m guessing Freddy Mercury would have dug a cool pair of leather shorts. Or even had it actually been a leather diaper.