Inspiration...Shorts

 I rarely post shorts but the length of these shorts would be perfect for me, the little old lady:

This is The Boardwalk Short by Ann Taylor. Price tag: $69.50.  Details:  hits just above the knees, zip front with double hook & bar closure, belt loops, front off seam pockets, back welt pockets, side slits.

Yep, this is pretty much the perfect shorts.  Now, for a pattern or two:

This is Simplicity 9647.  You get trousers and shorts.  The shorts look pretty good.  They has a slash pocket instead of the side seam pocket.

This is Vogue 9008.  This pattern offers two styles in three lengths.  I think View C is the closest match.  I would copy the side seam pockets and the waistband from View D, E, or F (probably the same pattern piece for all three). 

Hope you are inspired.  It is getting a little late to make summer items but maybe you live in an area that has warm/hot weather well into the fall.

Happy Sewing!