Bermuda shorts, known as walk shorts or dress shorts, are a particular type of short trousers, worn as semi-casual attire by both men and women.
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10 Facts About Bermuda shorts
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True Bermuda shorts are not to be confused with "capri pants" extending below the knee.
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Invention of Bermuda shorts is attributed to native Bermudian and tea shop owner Nathaniel Coxon, who in 1914 hemmed the uniform pants of his employees allowing for more comfort in the heat.
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Bermuda shorts became a popular sportswear item in the 1920s and 1930s for their association with leisure and tropical vacations.
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The Bermuda shorts were made from a very itchy grey flannel material, and each employee was supplied with two pairs of heavy grey wool long socks to wear with the Bermuda shorts.
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The rise in the popularity of the Bermuda shorts coincides with the broader rise in acceptability of Bermuda shorts as daily wear.
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Bermuda shorts experienced renewed popularity in the 1970s due to increased interest in the fashion of the 1950s.
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The Bermuda shorts remained popular within girl's and junior's fashion through the mid-2000s.
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Bermuda shorts are considered more appropriate in hot subtropical and tropical climates than the typical heavier clothing favored in Europe.
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Bermuda shorts are part of the attire for the British Royal Navy and Royal Canadian Navy.
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