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Clowning around in the park

June 7, 2016 by Tasha 14 Comments

Remember how I said it went from marginal spring to summer in about 10 seconds flat? Right. One week I was wearing wool sweaters and the next shorts, scrambling to rotate my closet before I blinked and it was fall again and I’d be back to wool. (I mean, I’m already getting “pre-fall” promotional emails. Really?!)

When I wore these shorts it was the first time I got to bare my thighs this year!

Being silly at the park in my Emmy Design shorts

They were sent to me by the kind folks at Emmy Design Sweden, from their Spring/Summer 2016 line. They’re a wonderful Swedish retro brand that I don’t feel I see nearly enough about! They specialize in high quality garments. I reviewed their señorita top last summer and it still looks as good as new, and I’m not particularly delicate on clothing.

Being silly at the park in my Emmy Design shorts

These are their Casual Voyager shorts… being a sucker for a good name, it won points for that alone. I picked red, but they also come in pale yellow and white. Red was perfect to pair with a pair of canvas nautical-themed slip ons by Miss L Fire (purchased way on sale a year or two ago), though I didn’t carry on the nautical theme and picked a vintage embroidered peasant blouse that I wear so often I’m surprised it’s still around and kicking. I found these shorts look best on me with a blousy top rather than fitted, and peasant blouses are a summer favorite of mine that work great for that.

The shorts are great quality and feature a clever construction with the waistband and center back seam, giving over 1 inch as a pressed open seam allowance and carrying it up through the waistband, so you can very easily have them taken in or let out without completely disassembling them.

From the Emmy site:

Because bodies change over time and we want to secure a perfect fit in the long run by making it easy to take in or let out your new favorite pair of shorts.

Love it! It’s a great way to think about pieces, to keep them lasting through the years! I wish more companies would do that. (It’s also a great tip for those of us who sew, too.)

Being silly at the park in my Emmy Design shorts

Clowning around a tree, you can see some of the little touches I like about the shorts—buttons up the left side as a closure, front pockets, and faux back pocket flaps. And the stripey belt comes with the shorts! A lot of their items have nice little elements like this. (I mean, just look at the adorable front details on the curvy wiggle capris!)

Being silly at the park in my Emmy Design shorts

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Being silly at the park in my Emmy Design shorts

I sew myself some wardrobe staples, but there are plenty I’m happy to hand over to others when I can find a nice version! These red shorts definitely quality. The fabric is nice and sturdy, and they look and feel great to wear.

Even when you’re acting like a goober and trying not to fall off the roots of a tree on a windy day because you’re so excited it’s finally warm.

Being silly at the park in my Emmy Design shorts

Being silly at the park in my Emmy Design shorts

There are some other really fun items in the Emmy Design spring/summer line this year. If you’re looking for a nice retro staple or warm-weather inspiration, definitely take a look!

Being silly at the park in my Emmy Design shorts

outfit details

Casual Voyager shorts – c/o Emmy Design
vintage peasant blouse – misc.
shoes – Miss L Fire
Bakelite bangles – misc.
lucite earrings – misc.

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Filed Under: Vintage Wardrobe Tagged With: emmy design sweden, outfits, repro clothing, reviews, shorts

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  1. Martha says

    June 7, 2016 at 8:45 am

    Love the shorts! The side buttons are a beautiful detail that you see on shorts being worn by stars in 1940’s movies. I just wanted to let you know that I have followed your blog for a while now. I really admire your sewing talents, all of your creations, tops, pants, jeans!, and dresses are amazing. Your red hair ala Marilyn Monroe is just a great and beautiful style for you. Thank you for a great blog.
    P.S. Can’t wait to see your finished basement.

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    • Tasha says

      June 8, 2016 at 9:53 am

      You’re so sweet Martha, thank you for the kind compliments!! xx

      Reply
  2. Emileigh says

    June 7, 2016 at 9:32 am

    These are SO cute! And I love the consideration for alterations. I’m always having to take in the waists of things, and not having to disassemble the whole garment is fantastic!

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    • Tasha says

      June 8, 2016 at 9:53 am

      I agree, it’s such a smart addition. I want to try and remember that for some of my sewing, too!

      Reply
  3. Hélène says

    June 7, 2016 at 10:32 am

    These shorts are simply awesome. Too bad Emmy is not selling the pattern!

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    • Tasha says

      June 8, 2016 at 9:53 am

      They’re a great wardrobe staple, aren’t they!

      Reply
  4. Moe says

    June 7, 2016 at 11:04 am

    It’s so great to see a clothing manufacturer intending and planning for their garments to last — and be modified to fit! That is such a dying art in the age of disposable Target clothing,

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    • Tasha says

      June 7, 2016 at 1:16 pm

      I know, wanting your clothing to actually last beyond a season, what a novel concept!

      Reply
  5. raquel from jc says

    June 7, 2016 at 11:59 am

    Great shorts! But the patterns are expensive!

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    • raquel from jc says

      June 7, 2016 at 12:00 pm

      evidently I did NOT read… Shame on me! My menopause is making me crazy!!!!!

      Reply
      • Tasha says

        June 7, 2016 at 12:02 pm

        Ha ha, no worries! 😀

        Reply
  6. zilredloh says

    June 8, 2016 at 2:45 pm

    How cute are these shorts?! I have now hopped over to their website to check out their bottom-half options.

    IF I wore shorts I’d be running to buy them – but I don’t. Capris and Pedal-pushers for me. 😀

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  7. Jessica Cangiano says

    June 8, 2016 at 8:26 pm

    Fabulous warm weather outfit! I love a good red hued bottom, be it a skirt, shorts, capris, or trousers. They’re as good as a neutral in my books, yet are often more visually intriguing.

    Enjoy the sunny weather and have a fantastic summer!

    ♥ Jessica

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  8. Fishlyne says

    June 12, 2016 at 8:36 pm

    Oh this short is my dream short!
    I want to make one like that !! Too bad it is not a pattern. ahahah
    I love your style and your blog.

    Reply

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