
Say it with me now, my loves…tailored shorts are to the trouser family what Diane von Furstenberg’s wrap dresses are to the world of frilly frocks – a universally flattering design which give the wearer the opportunity to show off her gorgeous gams; whilst maintaining her chic, hoity-toity demeanor. But not any pair will do. A girl wants a piece that can make the transition from the boardwalk to the boardroom with effortless ease; Kate Spade’s Sara Bay Piper Shorts are capable of just this.
Highlighting a unique aesthetic described as a paper bag cut; the Sara Bay Piper Shorts are constructed out of a mix of silk and cotton in a shade aptly titled quicksand, and display a pleated detail and tie waist to give the wearer the vintage, Mad Men-inspired silhouette we all know and love. Yet despite the polished personality evident in each and every minute embellishment; the Sara Bay Piper Shorts are just as sprightly as they are swank, only serving to make them more covetable.

While crafted out of linen as opposed to a silk and cotton blend, at $34.50, Victoria’s Secret’s Beach Linen Belted Shorts are just as blissful as the Kate Spade creation their architecture mirrors; and come in a trio of tantalizing shades that will make your summer sizzle. The question is which to get…sandcastle, spicy red, or chocolate. Perhaps a teeny tiny splurge on all three is in order!
Are you having a tightwad moment darlings, or are you plagued with a craving to splurge?
Fashionably yours!
Thanks to Kate Spade and Victoria’s Secret for the pictures.
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I like both pairs. I'm glad it is getting to be shorts season :)
great post!!!! i actually just bought a pair just like those paper bag shorts by kate spade from h&m! :)
Those are so adorable! Too bad the Kate Spade ones are so expensive — I tend to like those a little better — but the Victoria's Secret ones are certainly a budget-friendly option, so I'd have to go with them! xox
Great find!
Why does VS have such cute clothes? And why can't I try them on in stores?
*hint*VS *hint* start carrying clothing! :)
Thanks for Ur tip! As always it is a great alternative.
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Oh my gosh, I ♥ those shorts. =)
I love short
but
unfortunately I cant wear it ouside my home
moslem rules
;D
xoxo
YULIA RAHMAWATI
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I have to get those shorts at Victoria Secrets, I am in shorts all summer, so I must invest in some nice ones! Great picks!
oh these are perfect, great find!
oh i love them both! especially the kate spade shorts, but the victoria's secret option is great as well! ;)
I love the paper bag cut for shorts especially, I think they give the most flattering look for most women's legs and actually I think the VS pair is cuter (not to mention the price!) - thanks Erika! These are on my spring must-have list now :)
xo Mary Jo
Oh my gosh... if I liked shorts, I would LOVE these!
I love the top pair more so I guess a splurge for me! xo
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i love them both but i'm glad you were able to find the affordable one since many of us fashionista need to be on a budget :)
I like the first pair.. esp the yellow shoes...
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CEO
oh I love VS shorts! I'm a huge fan of VS clothes! have a great day, darling! xo
I admit that I like the VS price better, but I love the cut of the KS just a little bit more. It's a toss up...
I am not really a shorts girl but I am a cute yellow shoes girl for sure! Those are way too adorable.
Fabulous find, darling!
Love these!
xoxox,
CC
I love these shorts... of course I prefer the cheaper version. Happy Tuesday Erika! xoxo
I'll take the tightwad pair :)
LOVE the Kate Spades, but the VS ones are fab! I think I'll be picking up a pair for sure... Paper-bag waists can be tricky, but hopefully I can find a way to make it work!
xxoo Josie
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great match Erika! I actually love the clothes in the VS catalog :)
I love the look of these shorts! They scream summer to me. Unfortunately, high wasted shorts rarely are flattering on me so I think I will have to pass on both pairs.
xoxo
FashionEye
Its that time of year..and so dressy. Great find too. Love the pics.
I love nude colour, and those opants look great!
I'm leaning toward the VS shorts. I'm liking the little more casual look to them, so suitable to summerwear.
I really like the short on the first picture, specially the belt
I totally agree with you - denim can be brilliant at times, but at the end of the day it is a casual material and not always the most appropriate. I've totally fallen in love with the tailored look and have just bought myself some tailored trousers. I have a satin purple tailored pair of shorts which don't seem very fitting for the new season, but I'm going to get them out anyway regardless!
- Anna Jane xxx
i think i'd like to splurge on this one... i just like the cut and fabric better... and thanks for noticing my new header:)
Gorgeous! I love tailored shorts. Can't always wear it since I'm a bit self conscious with my thighs :p but maybe I can find a pair that aren't too short.
Although I just bought some lovely black Michael Kors tailered shorts the Victoria Secret's are so pretty and on budget I would give them a big: YES, please! Great find, Erika!
As always, great post.
Thanks for the comments, I don't have a laptop for the time being but I am going to try very hard to keep up with your blog.
Take care dear :)
I think these hot summer months call for some cool, breezy linen! Though, I think depending on the occasion, the silk blend Kate Spade would be more appropriate.
But if I'm confident enough to wear shorts by June/ July, I'd gladly take them both :)
I'm not really a shorts person, but you've completely changed my mind. The Sara Bay shorts are adorable! I'm going to have to splurge this week.
I'm loving both pairs...
I just recently have started loving linen shorts... oh how I love that second pair! The belt just makes it that much better too!! Wonder if they come in white too... oh how I'd love them in every color!
Oooh, the Kate Spades are for me please! I adore them. I'd wear them with my stacked wedge heels and a cute nautical top.
Love, want, neeeeeed those! A whole lotta lunges and I just may be able to rock them!
i like those shorts
a perfect outfit
looks great
such wonderful cute shorts. i love both these- thanks for sharing! would love to see some of your outfits- is that possible?
xx ediot
I love this post, as it has really made me think about my summer wardrobe . . . I always immediately defer to dresses and summery skirts, and never even consider shorts (unless I'm exercising). These shorts give me reason to stop for a moment and rethink my choices . . . thank you! xoxo
Thanks for this post! I am on the lookout for cute shorts since spring is finally here!
I LOVE the linen pair! I'm constantly plagued with the crave vs save situation. There just always isn't a good "save" out there and I find myself sometimes breaking down and buying the crave.
Whaaaat!? I can get those shorts at VS?! HURRAY! let me tell you, Erika, I have been on a quest to find cheaper versions of Kate Spade's fantastic clothing. But her collections are truly one of a kind and I have had little luck. But THIS is a great find!
p.s. yes, yes, yes, and yes to the rompers!
OH awesome!!!!! I love shorts. I think all of my summer outfit posts will be in shorts. I wish I could pull off that color though, both pairs are very cute!
Lol I love that you name your bags!!
sooo ready to wear shorts!
Why are you the best at Tightwad Tuesday!! You always do such a good job. Great find! I totally appreciate a khaki short! :) Wunderbar!
I love both pairs, but obviously love the 'real thing' more :)
& I love these posts! haha
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xx
Def the steal...though I do want those yellow KS shoes! :)
ooooh i love these shorts, both pairs. but I like the second price better :)
Cute shorts! The first pair is my favourite, but the second pair are way more affordable.
Great steal on those shorts!
I want those VS shorts. Immediately. Oh that reminds me... I need to pick up some VS stuff... right now!
Yeah, isn't that Marc Jacobs dress SO CUTE?! Love it.
Those paper bag shorts are to die for! Near perfection. Just another thing to add to my wish list- paper bad shorts. :]
I really like the way that Victoria's Secret pair is styled with the vest and the blazer :-)
Sigh why does the pricier pair call out to me more?
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Shorts are the only thing I've been wearing lately. Love the pleats on these shorts! Great trend spotting darling!
Ooh I love belted shorts! It's not quite a look I can pull off though for some reason. It's not very flattering to my leg shape.
Adorable. I love both. You may have stumbled on the new jort!
those are so fabulous but i'm horrible at pulling off shorts! i'm better off sticking with dresses :p
Love those shorts!!! I can't wait for summer weather so I can wear them!
great i like this kind of shorts i requeated people to wear shorts on summer
Hmm...I'll have to go with the VS in this case. :)
Great post, Awesome find.. your so gifted with these lol
Agreed :)
Love them!
I love these shorts -- both great choices! You have such a knack of finding great counterparts at opposing price-points!
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i've been looking for shorts like this for summer :D
xoxo..
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These shorts are awesome and so perfect for a summer day at the beach!!! I actually think this time I'm going to be "plagued with the craving to splurge." I think that in order to wear a post style like this, one almost HAS to spend more.
Love this, hope you are having a good week and Happy late Easter! ♥
xxxx
Rachel
Hey lady! I love tailored shorts. To pay $195 for shorts is outrageous though! The most I've ever spent on a pair of shorts was $90 and even then, I felt a tad guilty. The VS ones are a great deal and just as flattering as the other ones.
But now that we're talking about shorts, I'm totally thinking about summer now. :)
xo, becs
Those shorts are amazing! They're perfect for Indian weather. Yayay!
i looove skirts! especially with a pop of color, i.e. those yellow shoes. just something i'd want in my closet.
& funny enough i've also been on the hunt for shorts similiar to those. not just your basic denim short shorts, something a little dressier. for pairing with a blazer, of course. oh you know me too well! hehe
<3 have a beautiful day Fashionista!
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I really like both of these, but I need them longer for me. I'll be looking for an affordable pair this spring!
At the moment, I definitely going more on the tight side. Lines that caress the body.
Those beige shorts clearly vindicate the classy catch. I've been a huge beige buff for some time already. It just feels so chic and refined.
I loveeeee those shorts! So glad its almost summer!!
Merci beaucoup for stopping by darling =]
Stay safe and chic ma chérie,
English Rose x
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I usually don't wear shorts but I really like these.
H&M has a very nice pair in their Garden Collection as well!
xoxo Maria
these shorts are absolutely gorgeous !!! only for very tall girlz anyw , :(
I love the first pair very cute :)
Love everything. Accessorized beautifully.
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Awesome and great title.
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