Fashion

All The Short Overalls you need to Channel Your Inner Child this summer

Short overalls defined your childhood, right? Paired best with a velour cap, some high-top sneakers, and a shirt 'round your waist, the dungaree short-all was the wardrobe staple of your kindergarten class circa 1995. And yes, they were properly referred to at “dungarees.” All summer, you lived in these bibbed denim wonders. They were perfect for climbing trees and riding your bike and just about every form of child’s play that could result in a scraped knee. Sigh. The short overall: a symbol of a simpler and happier time.

But fret not, for the shorterall is getting a second trend wind. Like so many ‘90’s trends, the short overalls have come back with a vengeance. People are wearing them everywhere! From bloggers, to mall rats, to fashion designers, everybody’s rocking this throwback item. We’re in the midst of the dungaree overall takeover part deux! So if you’re itching to get back into the patron uniform of your happy childhood, look no further than the options we’ve found. They combine whimsy, comfort, and just enough classic cool to keep you stylish for plenty of summer fun! Slap on some jellies, you’re your Lisa Frank backpack, and hit the streets. You’re a kidult. It’s time you started dressing like one.

Image: Topshop

by Arielle Dachille

The Classic Bibbed

You learned to ride a bike in these, but that doesn’t mean you need to look juvenile.

Upstate Short Overalls, $118 at Madewell

The White Denim Overall

Shirt optional.

Urban Renewal Washed-out Denim Overall Short, $69 at Urban Outfitters

The Investment Short Overall

Maybe pushing your budget, but these are sort of too great not to consider– because ombre makes everything better.

Marc By Marc Jacobs Denim Shortalls, $258 at Nordstrom.com

The Soft Overalls

These are essentially the perfect beach coverup.

Evil Twin What A Drag Overall Short, $99 at Urban Outfitters

The Blinged-Out Option

You basically made this with your bedazzler…

Bejeweled Denim Overalls, $86 at Pixie Market

The Black Soft Overall

Black overalls: impervious to stains!

Tallow Nine Lives Overall Short, $49.99 at Urban Outfitters

The Chambray Favorite

These look SO comfortable!

Chambray Shortall $49.95 from American Eagle

The "Plenty of Legroom" Model

Literally no restriction of movement whatsoever. That’s a key requirement for happiness.

Spot Dungaree Playsuit, $96 at Topshop

18