The time has come! Warm weather makes way for barbecuing, splashing in the pool, walking in the park, and simply throwing on a pair of shorts and sandals. It’s what summer is all about. Check out these winning shorts and sandal combinations from some of our favorite shops in Berks. There’s something for each member of the family.
A Look to Dig.
These breezy, light denim shorts are the epitome of casual summer style – perfect for relaxed weekends spent in the garden. Made of a tencel blend, the fabric is softer than silk and cooler than linen, which basically equates to them becoming your favorite summer shorts. Coupled with white patent Birkenstocks, the whole look is very easy, yet chic.
Catherine Malandrino Shorts, $89, Bella Jules Boutique, 700 Penn Avenue, West Reading, 610.208.0600. bellajulesboutique.com; Birkenstock Gizeh Sandals, $89.95, Nature’s Garden Natural Foods and Shoes, 4360 Perkiomen Avenue, Exeter, 610.779.3000. naturesgardenonline.com
Casual Weekend Affair.
What better way for a guy to unwind on the weekend than in these chambray striped shorts and slide-on sandals? Best of all, he’ll still look pulled together while enjoying some down time. All he needs is a football and an ice-cold beer to complete a relaxing summer weekend.
Black Jack Birch Shorts, $17.99, VF Outlet, 801 Hill Avenue, West Reading, 610.378.0408; Birkenstock Arizona Sandals, $130, Nature’s Garden Natural Foods and Shoes
The Sweetest Pairing.
Your little lady’s wardrobe is about to get even cuter with these charming Lilly Pulitzer bermuda shorts and Gap butterfly jelly sandals. We love the sweet little lace detail around the hem of the shorts and the bright, fun print. What’s even better is the price of these gently-worn pieces from one of our favorite consignment shops for little ones.
Gap Jelly Sandal, $4; Lilly Pulitzer Shorts, $12, Fig & Will, 609 Penn Avenue, West Reading, 610.373.3400. figandwill.com
Ahoy, Matey.
Your little guy will not only look stylish, he’ll be comfortable, too, in these adorable anchor-print drawstring shorts paired with equally cute braided leather flip flops. Don’t forget the sunscreen and sailor hat, and he’ll be all set for a day at the docks!
Shorts $24, Flip-Flops $30, OshKosh B’Gosh/VF Outlet, 801 Hill Avenue, West Reading, 610.478.8371. vfoutletcenter.com
Trendy Teen.
Fringe detailing is all the rage this season, which is why we love these block-heeled sandals for summer. At an amazing price point, you can also afford to throw in these ultra-stylish floral lace shorts in a classic warm weather color. You’d be hard-pressed to find a trendier pairing than this!
BB Dakota Lace Shorts, $48, Bell Tower Store, 18 State Hill Rd., Wyomissing, 610.372.6379. belltowersalonspa.com; Very Volatile Vermont Sandals, $69, Bella Jules
By Andrea Folino | Photos by Maria Stamy, Maria Stamy Photography
