Heel, Toe, Heel, Toe, Tap, Tap, Tap

All the magazines are pushing the vintage style Tap Pant as the next short silo in line for the Spring/Summer months. I have seen prices for this "new" style short ranging from $100 for a simple ruffled edge pair  to $430 for a silky lace edged pair, French name included.

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I love this short, also known as French Knickers, because when worn in the correct size it's forgiving and flattering to most figures and can replace a half-slip in a pinch.

If you sew or have access to someone who does all you need is a pattern http://www.sewingpatterns.com/subpage.php?brand=New%20Look - New Look Patterns offer some non-elastic waist pant styles that can be converted into a tap short style, a yard of silk, some amazing lace or ribbon and the inspiration to go from there.

 

The photos attached are samples of patterns and shorts from my collections. One pair of tapshorts is vintage and the other was made using one of the patterns attached. Can you guess which are vintage and which aren't?

All Images © Simone Rene 2010