Jean shorts, or jorts, are no longer just a 'dad style' staple

Men are going to have to contend with jean shorts on the fashion scene, bolstering the now-famous "dad style". Photo: AFP

What is going on with fashion fans? After sweatsuits, clogs, cycling shorts and Hawaiian shirts, jean shorts are now worming their way into men's closets – proving, at least, that the rise in "ugly fashion" isn't the preserve of womenswear.

Whether the denim shorts comeback is good news or bad news, that's for you to decide.