Express Men's Shorts
During the hot summer months, shorts are an ideal clothing option for men who want to stay cool while outside. Express produces men's shorts in an array of styles that are appropriate for both casual and more formal summer wear. Here are frequently asked questions about men's shorts and what to look for when buying them.
What fabrics are Express men’s shorts available in?The material used to make a pair of shorts determines their look and feel. Express shorts for men feature different materials, including denim, linen blends, and others. These are some of the options:
- Cotton-twill: Cotton-twill is comfortable, easy to clean, and appropriate for casual occasions. Khakis and chinos are usually made from this material.
- Cotton-canvas: This material is durable. Cargo shorts are usually made of cotton-canvas.
- Linen: Linen is ideal for hot weather. It breathes better than other materials and dries fast. Express dress shorts for men are often made of linen.
- Linen blends: Shorts made from linen blends combine the features of linen with other kinds of material, like cotton. As such, the shorts allow the breathability and management of moisture of linen with the wrinkle resistance feature of cotton.
The length of a short is measured along the inseam. For men with a height of less than 5 feet 9 inches, there are shorts available with an inseam of 7 inches, and for taller men, there are inseam lengths of 9 inches or more. Men whose height is less than 5 feet 5 inches can find 5-inch inseam shorts.
What are the different styles of Express men’s shorts?They come in a variety of styles: denim, flat front, athletic, khakis, cargo, vintage, dress, and chino shorts. Cargo shorts are long with flapped pockets on the exterior for carrying necessities. They evolved from the military and are ideal for creating an informal look.
Denim shorts offer spacious pockets, riveted corners, and soft fabric that does not wear out easily, much like denim jeans. Dress shorts, on the other hand, have a more tailored look, a zipper closure, and belt loops. Khakis are suitable for informal occasions, and they traditionally come in a khaki color. Chinos have a narrow fit that extends to the knee or just above it.
What is the ideal width of Express shorts for men?For narrow to medium-sized legs, you'll want to look for a short with a slim fit. A wide short has a larger circumference than your leg and makes your legs appear slimmer. Good-fitting shorts should leave some space between the skin and the fabric but not more than a few inches. A tailored short can achieve a gentle taper, following the narrowing line of your body and legs.
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