Time and again I've heard gals lament over shorts but I have to ask... is it ALL shorts or just the style you are trying? There are tons of options out there but, like anything else, the challenge is finding the style that works best for your body type.
Personally I have short, strong legs so a tight daisy-duke short isn't going to be my best friend. In truth, this is a really hard look for most people over the age of 14 and once we accept this idea we can move on to other really great styles.
Think of shorts in much the same way you might think of a skirt. The same basic rules apply 1. not too short and 2. not too tight. You probably wouldn't (and certainly shouldn't) wear a skirt that shows ANY part of your butt so the same applies with your short. Less is not more here... It might seem obvious but you know you've seen some of your friends wearing shorts that are dangerously close to being a pair of underpants. You will feel so much better if you're not constantly worrying about what you might be showing to the world.
Personally I have short, strong legs so a tight daisy-duke short isn't going to be my best friend. In truth, this is a really hard look for most people over the age of 14 and once we accept this idea we can move on to other really great styles.
Think of shorts in much the same way you might think of a skirt. The same basic rules apply 1. not too short and 2. not too tight. You probably wouldn't (and certainly shouldn't) wear a skirt that shows ANY part of your butt so the same applies with your short. Less is not more here... It might seem obvious but you know you've seen some of your friends wearing shorts that are dangerously close to being a pair of underpants. You will feel so much better if you're not constantly worrying about what you might be showing to the world.
Bermuda style (yes, longer shorts can be sexy):
This is a really cute and relaxed look that works on practically everyone! The hem of the short needs to be a few inches above the knee and the cut of the leg should be wider than your actual leg (i.e. these shouldn't look like bike shorts). These are a great option b/c they can be worn with wedges or flats and are equally flattering! They can also go from day to night (cute to sexy) with a quick change of shoes and some added bracelets.
A shorter style:
Notice that she's not revealing her entire upper thigh and the cut of the short still accents her leg. The cut of the leg is also slightly bigger than her actual leg which creates the illusion of a sexy, svelte stem. It shouldn't look like your stuffing youself into the shorts. 
If you're going to opt for a shorter version make sure that your behind is fully covered.As always, have fun with it. Know your size and try on all options. Remember, if you need to size up in a pair of shorts you will be better off than trying to squeeze yourself into something that just isn't quite right. Thankfully they put the tag on the inside so no one even has to know (shhhh it's our little secret).
Style on!
