How to Wear Black Leather Shorts Even in Summer
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Your Summer schedule is packed with obligations and parties, but you can make things a whole lot easier by planning your outfits ahead of time. We partnered with the new Cupcakes and Cashmere line, available at Nordstrom to show you how one pair of black leather shorts will work for multiple events.
It's hard to find inspiration to build varied looks, but sometimes all you need to spice up your wardrobe is one new versatile piece. So whether you need something comfortable and stylish to wear to weekend brunch or are looking for a wear-to-work update, we found functional leather shorts from blogger Emily Schuman's very own Cupcakes and Cashmere line that will rock just about all of your Summer events.
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Brunch
Who says you can't wear leather shorts to brunch? Just keep the rest of your outfit casual and it all works. Here's how to put it together:
Cupcakes and Cashmere Chambray Shirt
Cupcakes and Cashmere Black Leather Shorts
Birkenstock 'Florida' Soft Footbed Sandal
Illesteva 'Leonard' 48mm Mirrored Sunglasses
Baggu Nylon Tote
Cupcakes and Cashmere Army Jacket
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Date Night
A vibrant crop and textured fringe bag tie this evening-ready look together nicely. Here's what you need:
Topshop Floral Crop Top
Cupcakes and Cashmere Black Leather Shorts
Alexis Bittar 'Lucite®' Stone Bracelet
Rebecca Minkoff 'Finn' Convertible Leather Clutch
Essie® 'Silk Watercolor' Sheer Polish
Cynthia Vincent 'Note' Tassel Boot
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The Office
A silk top and sleevless vest give the shorts an elegantly appropriate touch. Here's how to get this look:
Cupcakes and Cashmere Lace Trim Tank
Cupcakes and Cashmere Black Leather Shorts
Sam Edelman 'Delilah' Calf Hair d'Orsay Pump
Cupcakes and Cashmere White Sleeveless Vest
Alexander Wang 'Mini Rockie - Pale Gold' Leather Crossbody Satchel
Karl Lagerfeld 'Karl 7' Chronograph Bracelet Watch, 44mm
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More From Nordstrom
Be among the first to shop Emily Schuman's debut fashion collection, Cupcakes and Cashmere. Named after her popular lifestyle site, the collection brings Emily's personal aesthetic to life through a curated mix of modern yet classic styles with an unexpected twist.