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Bermuda Shorts
Know before you buy
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Interested in Bermuda shorts? Well, before you decide to buy one, won't you like to know why you call them Bermuda shorts in the first place? How they originated and became so popular world over?
Knowing this can make your buy far more exciting and appropriate.
Additionally, you will also find many useful information here about Bermuda shorts for women, men and juniors, as well as some recommendations of the top stores selling them in the island.
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How did Bermuda shorts become so popular?
Bermuda shorts were actually created during the early 20th century by the British (and not Bermudians). The Royal Navy were the first to invent Bermuda shorts. They had their bases mainly in tropical and sub-tropical regions and required comfort.
Bermuda had been a British colony and had a large base of Royal Navy. The British regiments too were in Bermuda for a long time. They wore the shorts when they founded the yacht clubs in the City of Hamilton and Town of St. George.
The style got readily accepted for business wear in Bermuda in 1920's. Bermuda shorts eventually got so named because of the huge popularity it gained in Bermuda. British tourists helped to spread the style in the USA and world over. However, it became better known as casual wear instead of formal business attire around the world.
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Bermuda Shorts - Worn formally in the island
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Do you know that Bermuda is the only place in the world where Bermuda shorts is the national dress for men. The formal shorts are tailored as suit trousers and must be no more than 3 inches above the knee.
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They are worn with long socks (reaching just below the knee) and smart shoes. Topping the whole ensemble are a shirt, tie, and jacket or a blazer. Women in the island however wear the shorts as comfort casuals.
There are some businesses in the West that have business casual policies allowing such clothing in summer time.
So, what are the types of Bermuda shorts?
Well, when it comes to its use as elegant casuals, the shorts can be really versatile, cool and best of all, an emblem of a laid-back Caribbean style :-)
Local Bermudians wear the shorts mostly during summer time - April to November. In America, Bermuda Shorts for women are also known as City Shorts. They are of knee-length cut.
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In Bermuda, the shorts can be of many types depending on what you want to wear it for. You can accordingly go and ask for such type in a store.
For example, a type of Bermuda shorts for walking is known as walking Bermuda shorts or dress shorts. For swimming, it's known as Bermuda swim shorts and you get it with fun prints.
The shorts are also excellent for fishing, golf, and sailing.
In the island, Bermuda shorts are also worn in cocktail parties, weddings and so on.
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The best quality Bermuda Shorts in the island should have a three inch hem, hand sewn to hang correctly and to prevent ripples. They usually have one pocket on each side and one on each side of the bottom.
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Now a days, Bermudian men wear two different types of the shorts: dressy and sporty.
Dress or business shorts are made of finer fabrics, traditionally linen or wool blends, usually in subtle shades such as gray, beige or navy blue. But you will find them also in tropical color including pink, green and yellow.
Sporty Bermuda shorts are matched with T-shirts or sports shirts. They can be worn with anything from sneakers or sandals to golf shoes or boat shoes. You'll see these shorts everywhere.
Best stores in Bermuda selling shorts
Earlier, the place to go for Bermuda shorts was at the Triminghams. I know that almost every tourist coming to Bermuda by a cruise ship would visit this store. However, Triminghams have closed down after 163 years in business.
Now the best place to buy Bermuda Shorts is the English Sports Shop. It has branch stores all around the island. They also sell jackets and matching long socks including madras, capris, Hawaiian shirts and an array of other men's and women's clothing. Some fashions such as the cravat that have been lost to time are also available here.
Address: English Sports Shop, 49 Front Street, Hamilton City, Phone: (441)295-2672.
There are many other shops around the island that also sell Bermuda shorts. Check this link to know about the other good options: Bermuda Clothing Shops
These days the designers Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren Bermuda shorts are the summer fashion trend in Bermuda.
Price of Bermuda shorts vary widely depending on the quality and type. It can be anywhere between 10$ to over 75$.
Review of Bermuda Shorts for women and men
Here you will find comments and reviews from men and women all over the world who have purchased and used Bermuda shorts. This will help you understand what to expect, what should be a good choice, how they find them, what they recommend and so on:
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Stories from visitors
When I was a police officer in Bermuda during the 1950's, we carried a tape measure so that we could measure the length of ladies shorts ensuring that they were not shorter than three inches above the knee - Ed Goodall
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