The weekends are about relaxed style, whether you're heading to brunch, hitting the farmers market, or grabbing drinks with friends. With comfort at the forefront, looking cute is still a priority, and in the Summer, shorts [1] are often one of the go-to pieces to achieve such a vibe.
Well, let me say from first-hand experience that I have often struggled with styling shorts. Sure, with a t-shirt and sneakers, they work, but it can feel a little snoozy after repeat wears. Teamed with a feminine top [2], they're fun, but it's not always the mood I'm after. At the beach, I'm all for turning my bathing suit into an outfit [3] via shorts and accessories, but that's a rather specific scenario. More often than not, I exhaust myself trying to make shorts work. So instead of subjecting myself to the struggle, I'm switching things up and giving rompers a try.
Now, I realise rompers can easily skew young, but my solve is a utilitarian [4] version like this affordable long-sleeved romper [5] from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's [6] (it's basically this comfortable boilersuit's [7] leggier sister).
Whether worn with sneakers, sandals, or statement-making boots like street style star Gilda Ambrosio so stylishly demonstrates above, this all-in-one piece is the easiest way to wear shorts, in my opinion — all you have to do is throw it on and add accessories. What's simpler than that?! OK, yes, you have to choose between black, army green, or chambray, but at $45, you may not need to decide.
Whether you're dressing up a romper with heels and earrings or wearing one with sneakers for low-key cool, ahead, shop the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's romper [8] I know you'll love.
POPSUGAR Long Sleeve Romper
During the day, this black POPSUGAR Long Sleeve Romper [9] ($45, originally $60) feels fresh with sleek sandals and fun sunglasses. At night, swap for heels and a cool clutch.
POPSUGAR Long Sleeve Romper
Take the utilitarian trend [10] in a fashion-forward direction by styling this army green POPSUGAR Long Sleeve Romper [11] ($45, originally $60) with minimal '90s sandals and an oversize denim jacket [12].
POPSUGAR Long Sleeve Romper
The chambray POPSUGAR Long Sleeve Romper [13] ($45, originally $60) is a cool-in-the-heat way to rock denim [14] on the weekends. Just add sneakers and your favourite bag.