One of the most useful garments for the spring season and, of course, for those hot days are Bermuda shorts. And we don't have to do any mental gymnastics to figure out why, we're talking about a short garment that can be worn in the summer. It is not only comfortable but also keeps us cool.
It's incredible to think that there are men who are "allergic" to Bermuda shorts, but believe me, there are very few. This doesn't mean that they don't deserve our respect. We don't all have the same tastes and preferences, besides, if there is something that makes the fashion world special is the variety of options we can choose from, right?
Now, perhaps the reason why they don't like these clothes is because they don't know how to get the most out of them. This is, therefore, where I want to enlighten you on how to wear bermuda shorts without dying trying.by following only 5 basic rules.
Always think about the dress code
There is a blunder that many men make when it comes to bermuda shorts, and that is that think they can pull off a formal look with this one item of clothing. No, no and no. It just doesn't make sense.
That you can create a casual oufit? Of course you can, but let's not kid ourselves, you can never attend a corporate meeting in Bermuda shorts. Think about wearing this piece with a blazer and lace-up shoes, doesn't it make a noise?
It's simple, the bermuda shorts are not a substitute for trousers. nor is it worn with formal footwear (although you can wear them with loafers, in some cases). The fact is that the dress code tells us that they were designed to create both formal and casual looks (depending on the fabric), especially for those days of intense sunshine.
Neither too long nor too short
How long or how short should I wear my Bermuda shorts? This is the million dollar question for many men who want to wear this garment and don't know how. Well, I have to tell you that this will depend on your body proportions.
However, there is a detail with the bermuda shorts. So no matter how long you wear them, they will always make you look a little smaller.. And it's normal, these pieces create that visual effect and nothing happens.
Now, if you wear shorts that are below the knees, it will make you look shorter and I'm sure that's not what you want. However, you can't wear them too short either because the effect will be the same. My advice is to wear it two or three fingers above the knees.
Cutting is fundamental
This is just as important as the length. It's very common to hear some of your friends say that they don't look good in shorts, but it may be because they haven't worn the right cut.
If, for example, you wear shorts that are too wide in the thigh area, you will be shorter than normal and wider. So, in case you are a short and slightly overweight person, I do not advise you to wear this wide cut.
It all depends on your body shape, because if you wear thigh-hugging shorts and you are slim, you will look even slimmer. Be careful and Make sure they are in the middle ground, i.e. not too wide and not too close to the body.
They are not swimming costumes
As you read it, swimming costumes and Bermuda shorts are not synonyms, even though they are related, and they are often used in certain contexts (although the latter is usually relative).
Bermuda shorts, for example, are for casual or informal outings.. In the last few years I have seen how swimming costumes are also being worn for these occasions, however, they were usually created to be worn at the beach or swimming pools, you can now swim in them.
I have to tell you, obviously, that Bermuda shorts look much better if you want to look a bit more elegant and not so casual, as you can wear them with sneakers or loafers. Therefore, they can be great for an informal date with your partner.
Wear with invisible socks
It is true that theong socks have become a trend, but they don't look good with Bermuda shorts.. In fact, don't even try, because you will attract everyone's attention, but not because you look more attractive.
What to do? Well, you have two options: you can combine them with invisible socks or simply not wear socks at all, but the latter option is not very comfortable for many people and not very hygienic either. Because yes, feet can get smelly because of the sweat that accumulates on your feet.
It is for this reason that invisible socks are a better choice, as they are more hygienic, in fact, they are not visible.. And you can wear them with sneakers and loafers.
Now that you know how to wear this piece, how about taking a look at our bermuda shorts catalogue available in our online shop? Well, at Gerrys Tropez we have a multitude of styles that will allow you to make a difference this spring.
