The Best Affordable Matching Short Sets for Women Over 50
Matching short sets are one of my favorite trends this season, and here’s why: they’re easy, cute, and completely put-together without any effort. You can toss one on, add a few accessories, and feel like you tried—even if you really didn’t. And if you’re like me, that’s a win-win.
Whether you’re heading to lunch with friends, running errands, or relaxing on the porch with a good book and a glass of sweet tea, these sets are comfy enough for lounging but polished enough to wear out. Let’s take a look at a few I’ve tried lately and loved.
Why I Love Matching Short Sets
- No outfit planning stress: Everything matches right out of the closet. Add earrings and shoes, and you’re done.
- They’re flattering: Most of these sets have pull-on shorts and relaxed tops, which are comfy and forgiving.
- Mix-and-match potential: You can break up the sets and wear the tops with jeans or the shorts with a tank.
- Perfect for travel: Lightweight fabrics and coordinated pieces make packing a breeze.
Navy Cap Sleeve Set: Sleek and Simple
This Cap Sleeve Shirt and Shorts Set is a more minimal look—sleek, chic, and easy to dress up or down. I paired it with leather slides and a woven crossbody for a modern, monochrome outfit that works for almost anything. It’s the kind of set that makes you feel instantly stylish.
Where to Wear: Coffee dates, casual dinners, or afternoon shopping.
Neutral Set with OLUKAI Sandals: A Beachy Favorite
This Two Piece Matching Short Set is perfect for a vacation or beach day. The top is loose and breezy, and the neutral color keeps it timeless. I added a pair of OLUKAI beach sandals and a handwoven crossbody clutch for a casual, island-inspired vibe.
Where to Wear: Beach vacations, poolside lunches, or backyard BBQs.
Teal Double Cloth Set: Light, Breezy, and Beautiful
This teal Double Cloth Matching Short Set was love at first wear. The lightweight gauze material feels soft, breathable, and perfect for warm days. The flutter sleeve top has a flattering neckline, and yes, pockets in the shorts! It comes in several colors if you want something more subtle, but the teal is cheerful and fun for summer.
Where to Wear: Weekend getaways, patio dinners, or a sunny stroll downtown.
Blush ScubaKnit Set: Cozy Meets Chic
If you’re a fan of loungewear that looks polished, this blush pink set is a dream. The ScubaKnit fabric is buttery soft, and the modern Boxy Tee pairs perfectly with the pull-on Seamed Shorts. I could take a nap in this set, and then head to the grocery store without changing. Now that’s my kind of outfit.
Where to Wear: Traveling, lounging at home, or running errands.
Navy Puff Sleeve Set: Casual With a Twist
This navy set is the definition of elevated casual. The puff sleeve top and notch neckline give the outfit structure and a little something extra. I sized up in the Navy Shorts but needed a medium, so I’d recommend sticking true to size for the best fit. This one feels a little more tailored, which I love.
Where to Wear: Casual Friday, school events, or weekend brunch.
Matching Short Sets for Women Over 50
Can women over 50 wear short sets?
Absolutely! Matching short sets are stylish and ageless. Look for sets with thoughtful details like flutter sleeves, elastic waistbands, or lightweight fabrics for comfort and polish.
What shoes pair best with these sets?
I love flat sandals, slip-on sneakers, or even a low wedge. If you want something comfortable but stylish, think neutral tones, braided straps, or sporty chic.
What’s the best fabric for hot weather?
Double gauze, cotton blends, and knitwear are all great options. They’re breathable, soft, and won’t cling in the summer heat.
Can I wear short sets to dinner or events?
Yes! Choose a more structured set, add a statement necklace, and you’re good to go. You can easily dress them up with wedges and a clutch.
Matching short sets make getting dressed feel simple—and sometimes we just need that, right? They’re polished, playful, and ideal for warm-weather days. I love how they give me an “I’ve got it together” look even when I’m in weekend mode.
Let me know which one is your favorite—or if you’ve found a matching set that’s become your go-to!
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Cute, easy outfits.
😊Cute matching outfits
The turquoise gauze outfit is so pretty! Found it🙂
Found it! 🙂 I love all the matching short sets. Easy is what I like!
Love the navy sets! 🙂
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The first set in navy is really cute.
😀 cute short sets
My favorite is the puff sleeve set. Too cute!
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🙂 I like the puff sleeve top and shorts set ! Great price!
😀 cute short sets
😊 the teal outfit is cute. Love those Birkenstocks!
🙂 Cute stuff but I hate the way my legs look in shorts
🙂. Hopefully one of these years I will be able to buy a pair of Birkenstock shoes!! They look so comfortable.
😊Cute outfits. I need to buy one one. I will check them out. I like your green stone rings.
🙂 Great choices!
😊love the teal double cloth set, very pretty.
😀. Love the puff sleeve set. Very chic!
Cute Birkenstocks. 😊
😊 All cute matching sets.
😃 I must be having technical issues since I don’t see my comment from this morning. I have the pink scuba knit short set, but I haven’t worn it yet. Tania, are the armholes on the light blue set from Amazon small enough to keep your bra from being visible to others? Thank you!
I think the comment moderator was moving slow this morning. 🤣 I didn’t notice the armholes, so they must not have been oversized.
😊 The matching sets remind me of the ones my Mom bought for me from Sears back in the 1960s. I guess fashion really does recycle if you wait long enough! I recently gave up capris and went back to shorts even though I’m in my 60s, Shorts are more flattering on me than capris.
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all of these shorts sets look great on you. The influencers all say don’t concern yourself with your arms and legs. Wear what you want to be comfortable. not easy to do hahahaha
That’s because people don’t really care about what others are wearing. They only care about what they look like.
🙂 Nice post!!
🙂 Love the Birkenstocks!
☺️found it-love the matching shorts sets. I would need to get the ones with sleeves as my upper arms are kind of flabby. I would wear the sleeveless ones if I could!
Cute outfits!
Love the navy set. Looks very good on you.
Like your birds!!
I love the Birkenstocks!!!😁
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Very cute
🙂 found it. Cute shorts. I can’t sleep at my in-laws due to their hourly chiming grandfather clock. I’m can sympathize with your sister.
Love the pink scuba shirt set.😊
🙂 I like them all. We used to have a coo coo clock when our children were younger. My daughter would stop it when she had friends staying the night. She would say Mom it’s keeping us up. Not that they slept anyway.
Love all the options!:}
Cute short sets😃☺️
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Cute sets!
🙂 I never thought I would like the matching sets, but your ideas have changed my mind.
😀 The navy short set looks great.
😊 that blush pink is so pretty!
🙂 wearing shorts first time in years. capris used to be my “shorts”
Thank you for your daily verse that you post! I love the Bible and the truth it gives us for life.
😊All of this look so comfortable and would be a great choice for traveling.
😊Love the navy puffed shirt!
🙂 Cute short sets!
😊 These are all really cute short sets!
🙂 CUTE outfits!
😃 I’m wondering if your sister has one of your grandfather’s clocks in her home. You look fabulous in the light blue; it really brings out your eye color. I have the light pink scuba knit short set, but haven’t worn it yet. I have short sets in my closet, one from ON that is in the laundry, and I’m contemplating adding one more.
Yes, she has one very similar to the one I have. I think that all the grandchildren got one.
Love all the short sets today – especially the pink one. It is fairly similar to an outfit I had years ago. 🙂 found it!
😊They are all really cute and look to be really comfy and cool for summer.
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I can still picture my mother in her polyester bright orange short set back in the 60’s. She was the epitome of style back then! I guess they’re coming back.
🙂 Love your clock story. I remember being fascinated with the Kuckoo clock at a cousin’s house when I was a kid. I like the second outfit best because of the cute style of the top.
Found it! Cute short sets.
🙂 All the outfits look great on you, but I do not wear shorts.
😊Love the navy puffed sweatshirt and shorts!
😊my fave is the navy puff sleeve set
The blush color set is my favorite 😊
:)cute sets but shorts are a little too short for me. I am 77 and have long, older legs..lol.
Although I do wear shorts if it’s a hot summer day.
🙂 Found it!!! Cute two piece outfits
You look nice in the shorter link shorts but I definitely cannot wear this length. I would love to see longer shorts!!! 😀
😊 I love a matching set!
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Great sets and love the purses
I absolutely love short sets they’re my go to especially when I’m not sure what to wear.😊💖
Found it 😀 Love the first navy set and the one with puff sleeves.
Had to order the ornamental sandals.
😊Great suggestions
😊 I really like the light blue and pink set. They both look comfortable.
Found it :). The pink shorts outfit is adorable.
☺️ I would switch out shorts but like sets.
Tania I’m in awe of how beautiful you look in every photo! I don’t always buy what you suggest but I love seeing you in all the different styles. Thanks
I love the blue set. The shorts look a little longer which is more comfortable for me. That brand has a lot of cute sets!
🙂 I like the teal and blush pink set. I’m not sure if those shorts would be too short for me. I have thicker thighs! LOL
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I’ve never been a huge fan of matching sets, but I’ll check these out!
🙂 All look so comfy!
😀didn’t find it, love the Birkenstocks
🙂 cute sets! I remember when I used to wear short sets called city shorts in my thirties. My legs don’t look quite the same now, lol!
FOUND IT🙂! I love the idea of matching sets as it takes the guess work out of what to wear. I love all your sets, purses and I love the Keds!!
🙂 Comfy looking pieces!
Very pretty and practical short sets ! Found it!
😀 what a fun post. My favorite set is the the second set. I’m a dress girl usually but may need to give this a try.
🙂 Found it! Super cute sets easy and fun! Hard to choose a favorite but I would have to say the blush and the periwinkle one!
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They all look so Comfortable.
Your Hardwood Floors are Beautiful. Can I ask what you use on them to make them shine??
We use Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner.
🙂 Adorable!
😀 cute sets
🙂 love the matching short sets 🙂 The pink set is my favorite. The sandals are very cute .😊
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😊 All the outfits are cute. I really like the pink one, and the scuba material is so soft! My parents had a cuckoo clock. I liked to watch the people come out…lol!
🙂 My favorite is the blush scubaknit.
: ) Looks comfy.
Found it 🙂 Love them all!
Found it! The gauze set is my favorite! I have such thick inner thighs that none of the short sets have shorts long enough for me to be comfortable.
Like you in the pale pink shorts set. Very attractive. Found it.
🙂 Like the Italian leather crossbody bag.
😊 love matched sets! The teal one looks so cute on you.
😊 Cute matching sets! They are so flattering!
😊 Cute sets! I really like the double cloth one.
😊 Very cute!
😊 I love the cheerful teal, the soft blush pink, and the somehow always look polished navy!
🙂don’t have any matching sets.
🙂 found it! I love the matching shorts sets, they are a one and done. I found this year that I am not pulling out my jean shorts, but wearing things that are more waist comfortable, but still want to look put together. Have a blessed week!
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😊. Found it! Love the matching sets and your makeup is exquisite. You look fabulous.
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Love the matching set concept…makes my life easier! I’m always fretting over pieces looking good together.
Really like the first set in navy. It sets off your blue eyes.😊
😊Though I don’t own any matching sets, they’re great warm weather options. The light blue with the collar looks cool and comfortable.
😊So hard to choose, but I like the pink set.
🙂Found it!
All of these sets are adorable!
Found it. The sets look cute on you! I would love to see some longer short sets.
🙂 Love your clock, we have one we brought back from Germany. Love the Birks!
Love a set too. Just got one at Old Navy. Found it! 😊
Found it! I love the clock and it’s family history.
☺️ I love the matching sets! I think the gauze set is my favorite!
😉 found it and love the pink – tried to order but is sold out on line- hopefully I can find it in the store. Love the Birkenstock too.
🙂 Great choices
I really like the silver Keds.
Cute short sets for summer! Found it!
🙂 We have a Grandfather clock that my husband’s great uncle made in 1926. We had it sent over from Denmark. I rarely hear it except when I can’t sleep I hear it every hour! 😩
I love that you keep your clock running. My clock hasn’t worked since I’ve owned it, but I still love it just the same.
Found it 🙂 I like the Birkies!
🙂 Nice short sets. I really like the navy set with puff sleeves top!
The turquoise gauze is my favorite 😀
They all look so comfy! 😃
😀love the aqua set!
All cute options 😊found it
I didn’t find the 😀but I love the short sets