This spring I’ve been taking note of the resurgence of Bermuda shorts, and the appeal of their awkward coolness. Although gardening in a jumpsuit of sturdy workwear cotton sounds protective and quite clean, during the summer months, or in southern climates, full coverage is just not comfortable.
This spring I’ve been taking note of the resurgence of Bermuda shorts, and the appeal of their awkward coolness. Although gardening in a jumpsuit of sturdy workwear cotton sounds protective and quite clean, during the summer months, or in southern climates, full coverage is just not comfortable.
From Guideboat Co. in Mill Valley, California, the Women’s Guide Shorts have two large patch pockets and are made from natural Japanese sateen for $135.
From Guideboat Co. in Mill Valley, California, the Women’s Guide Shorts have two large patch pockets and are made from natural Japanese sateen for $135.
From Margaret Howell’s diffusion line, MHL by Margaret Howell, the Tennis Short is made from garment-dyed vintage cotton canvas fabric; $235 at La Garí§onne. The shorts in a deep khaki color also are available directly from Margaret Howell.
From Margaret Howell’s diffusion line, MHL by Margaret Howell, the Tennis Short is made from garment-dyed vintage cotton canvas fabric; $235 at La Garí§onne. The shorts in a deep khaki color also are available directly from Margaret Howell.
At true bermuda length, the Easy Stretch Shorts have a stealth elastic waistband for comfort; $39.95 from L.L.
At true bermuda length, the Easy Stretch Shorts have a stealth elastic waistband for comfort; $39.95 from L.L.
J.Crew’s Harbor Shorts hit flatteringly at mid-thigh and come in a selection of nine colors (shown here in Scarborough Grey); $55.
J.Crew’s Harbor Shorts hit flatteringly at mid-thigh and come in a selection of nine colors (shown here in Scarborough Grey); $55.
From Remodelista and Gardenista favorite, Le Vestaire de Jeanne, the Black Linen Uniform Shorts are ideal for the beach and the garden (even better if your garden is on or near the beach).
From Remodelista and Gardenista favorite, Le Vestaire de Jeanne, the Black Linen Uniform Shorts are ideal for the beach and the garden (even better if your garden is on or near the beach).
From classic workwear brand Carhartt, the Sibley Denim Short has a longer length with added stretch for movement in the garden; $29.99 at Carhartt.
From classic workwear brand Carhartt, the Sibley Denim Short has a longer length with added stretch for movement in the garden; $29.99 at Carhartt.
The Flexible Insulated Shorts come from Snowpeak’s unisex line of outdoor wear and are made with water-resistant Polartec Alpha fabric, which sounds fitting for dew-filled early mornings in the garden; $190 from Snowpeak.
The Flexible Insulated Shorts come from Snowpeak’s unisex line of outdoor wear and are made with water-resistant Polartec Alpha fabric, which sounds fitting for dew-filled early mornings in the garden; $190 from Snowpeak.
Pointer Brand’s Carpenter Shortalls are made of washed indigo denim with plenty of pockets for $55 at L.C. They also carry the style as Painter Shortalls, made from a light colored cotton canvas.
Pointer Brand’s Carpenter Shortalls are made of washed indigo denim with plenty of pockets for $55 at L.C. They also carry the style as Painter Shortalls, made from a light colored cotton canvas.
The Best Buds Garden Shorts (the short version of company’s gardening pant) are made of a stain-resistant and moisture wicking fabric; $49.95 at Gardener’s Supply Company.
The Best Buds Garden Shorts (the short version of company’s gardening pant) are made of a stain-resistant and moisture wicking fabric; $49.95 at Gardener’s Supply Company.
Known for its small-scale denim production, Chimala makes a jean so cropped that it could qualify as long shorts (cuffed heavily) or a modern capri.
Known for its small-scale denim production, Chimala makes a jean so cropped that it could qualify as long shorts (cuffed heavily) or a modern capri.