Combining these shoes with long, loose-fitting shorts makes them dramatically more flattering.

      There are several situations where it can be somewhat challenging to style long, baggy shorts for summer. Nevertheless, my appreciation for the easygoing, relaxed silhouette remains unaffected. The design of baggy shorts is ideal for the scorching summer heat, offering excellent breathability. That's why I persist in my efforts to elevate their look. Recently, Ella Hunt discovered the perfect shoe trend that enhances the appearance of baggy shorts, making them seem much more refined. While out in NYC, she showcased a playful, coordinated outfit that is definitely worth emulating: a basic red T-shirt, dark-wash baggy shorts, and a pair of pointed-toe kitten-heel pumps that matched her shirt. Her elegant kitten-heel pumps were exactly what was needed to uplift her casual baggy-short ensemble. Although we've seen them paired with thong sandals and flip-flops—both of which can be stylish—Hunt's kitten-heel pumps truly brought together her outfit. If you're a fan of baggy shorts and looking for ways to dress them up, continue to scroll to recreate Hunt's look and shop for similar items in various colors that cater to your personal taste.

      How Ella Hunt Styled the Outfit

      (Image credit: TheStewartofNY/GC Images)

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      LESET

      The Margo Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt

      Citizens of Humanity

      Ayla Short With Clean Hem

      Manolo Blahnik

      Carolyne Kitten-Heel Halter Pumps

      Givenchy

      City Cat Eye Sunglasses

      Shop More Kitten-Heel Pumps

      Reformation

      Calista Slingback Heels in Chocolate Croc

      Tory Burch

      Runway Chain Pumps in Red

      MANGO

      Mecha Kitten Heel Pointed Toe Pumps

      Margaux

      The Roma 40 in Ganache Suede

      KanCan

      Daylin Low Slung Baggy Denim Jort Shorts

      MOTHER

      The Half Pipe Bermuda Fray Denim Shorts

      Madewell

      The V-Waist Bermuda Short in Airy Denim