Taking long strides: How men's fashion is fascinated with short shorts

Fashion brands have been sending out models wearing shorts on the runway. Photo composite (from left): Louis Vuitton, Dior, Fendi

If women can have their miniskirts, then men should certainly be allowed to wear short shorts. This menswear trend is not going away, as seen on runways and at red carpet events.

Just recently, Paul Mescal caused quite a buzz when he attended the Gucci Spring/Summer 2025 runway show wearing what looks almost like boxer shorts.