Customized shorts: the versatile and original piece of your wardrobe

It’s true that customized clothes never go out of style, after all who doesn’t want an original and full of personality piece in their wardrobe? In this list of items that were revamped and appeared in more stylish versions, shorts certainly stand out, whether with stud applications, gradient, tie-dye or shredded jeans.

Why have a custom short?

In addition to having a piece with an extra charm in your wardrobe, customization is the number one ally of creativity, after all it allows you to modify a short you already have, giving it the look you want or buy one that totally escapes the basic.

According to Josi Campos, owner of the Customization page and the Elite Customization Store, its benefits are indisputable. “You can use your creativity a lot and explore many different models. And even better: just the way you like it!”, recalls the specialist.

For these reasons, since the 60s, when customization gained strength through the hippie movement, the idea of ​​having a piece so original and exactly the way you want it has only been gaining more and more followers.

“I believe that today sustainability and fashion are all about and people are dealing with it better. It’s cool you transform an “old” piece into a new one! And give it a totally different up.”, highlights Josi

Another important point when we talk about customization is the issue of economy, after all, if you choose to redesign your shorts yourself, – the famous DIY – do it youserlf (or do it yourself, in free translation) – you can use materials from that you already have in your house or even transform old pieces into new ones.

A pair of jeans can turn into a short, paints forgotten at the bottom of the drawer can be applied to the piece, rhinestones can be embroidered. The environment (which suffers less from the decrease in discarded products) and your pocket will thank you.

Types of customization and looks for every occasion

Although not even the sky is the limit for this type of clothing customization, – after all, it’s creativity that counts here – there are some materials most commonly used in the customization of shorts. Among those pointed out by the expert are:

• rivets
• fabrics
• rents
• paints
• appliqués in general
• embroidery

Among the most popular models – in stores and in the looks of celebrities – are the ones with fabric appliqués, ethnic and colorful prints, the “simple” high waistband and the ones with lots of studs.

A lot of information? Not if they are worn with the right pieces of clothing. “If it’s a short with a lot of details, it’s cool to bet on basic pieces on top, which can range from blouses to croppeds and shirts”, says Josi, who to show the versatility of this piece put together four looks, – with different options of shorts customized on each – for specific situations.

ballad look

A very powerful look, with high heels, accessories and shine gets a more relaxed look with a torn short. The combination is perfect to rock the ballad, without being too social.

movie look

A trip to the cinema calls for a very casual look. For this, bet on tie-dye shorts – a print that is the face of the hippie movement – ​​and a fun t-shirt. On the feet, to maintain comfort, go with Vans or All Star.

look day by day

If the top is very basic, you can bet on ripped shorts to bring an extra charm to the look. Plus, a dainty flat sandal completes the look beautifully.

fashion look

Don’t be afraid to go for more informational shorts when putting together a fashion look. You can even play with some other printed accessory, choosing a print that speaks to the look, and finish the production with very powerful neutral pieces.

Make your own custom shorts!

How about starting to customize your shorts yourself? Specialist Josi then helps you with a precious tip. “On the internet today we find thousands of models, so for those who are just starting out, the rule is simple: practice! Do it first with old clothes (very old ones, that you can’t wear even after being customized), and keep inventing and testing.” That way you’ll be an ace and you can do it for real later in a short that you’ll wear!

Below you can see two DIY videos teaching how to transform your old jeans into destroyed shorts and also how to make the galaxy version of the piece. Hands to work and good work!

From the store straight to your wardrobe!

For some time now, Brazilian stores have been betting on original shorts with a touch of customization. Check out some of these options with different prices and styles in the gallery below and choose one (or a few) to call your own.