Fashion Cocktail Shorts By InStyle Editors InStyle Editors Instagram Twitter InStyle's mantra is "Everybody's in," and that means anyone who finds their way to our stories should find themselves reflected in them. We prioritize bringing the right writer to every story and sometimes collaborate as a team to ensure we're including points of view across race, gender expression, body size, skin and hair type, and more. Our editors and writers comprise decades of expertise across the beauty, fashion, lifestyle and wellness spaces in print and digital. We prioritize journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and also having fun with every story we share. For more about our team, click here. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on April 16, 2008 Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: Maria Valentino/MCV Photo Cocktail Shorts 01 of 08 Verrier Time Inc. Digital Studio Blue silk-charmeuse shorts with gathered hem, $490; at select Nordstrom stores, 888-282-6060. 02 of 08 Catherine Malandrino Time Inc. Digital Studio Pink floral-print cotton shorts, $225; 212-929-8710. 03 of 08 Julie Haus Time Inc. Digital Studio Blue-and-white stripe silk-charmeuse shorts, $238; 212-239-4100. 04 of 08 Vera Wang Lavender Label Time Inc. Digital Studio Yellow cotton-elastane shorts with cuff, $215; at Vera Wang, 212-628-9898. 05 of 08 Moschino Time Inc. Digital Studio Floral-print cotton-silk shorts, $715; at Bergdorf Goodman, 888-774-2424. 06 of 08 Doo.Ri Maria Valentino/MCV Photo 07 of 08 Carolina Herrera Maria Valentino/MCV Photo 08 of 08 Dries Van Noten Maria Valentino/MCV Photo Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit