Your Body's Most Flattering Shorts

Best for small women
If you're petite, you don't want to drown your body in baggy shorts. Mid-thigh-length, cuffed styles--such as a pair with a flirty detail like these bow-belt khakis in Nicole Babb's "after"--are especially cute.

Trend to avoid:
Too-long Bermudas. You can wear longish styles, but make sure they hit above the knee.

Best for pear shapes
A straight-cut Bermuda style like Crista Vaccarello's "after" instantly lengthens and slims the thighs. Go solid on bottom and printed on top to draw attention up.

Trend to avoid:
Bulky cargos with pockets that add width to your hips.
Best for plus sizes
Justina Lacroze's overly snug denim cutoffs were making her curvy body look bigger than it is. Instead, she opted for a knee-length pair of unfussy, pleat-free Bermudas. They're flattering and dressy--chic!

Trend to avoid:
Short shorts and pleated looks.

The Perfect Fit Checklist:
1) Have too-long shorts hemmed. It’s worth it!
2) Avoid bulging pockets.
3) Cuffs should not grip your thighs.
4) Are your cheeks covered? Sit down n the fitting room and make sute!