Bermuda shorts may be synonymous with 2000s tween fashion, but the nostalgic item is getting a rebrand. Bermuda shorts are officially trending this summer, and you know what? I’m not mad at it.
That’s probably because the shorts don’t look like the plaid nightmares of my youth anymore. Instead, the Bermuda shorts of 2026 are often tailored, structured or otherwise given an air of effortless cool, swapping garish patterns for classic fabrics like denim, linen and twill. These shorts wouldn’t look out of place at the office, on vacation or even in a workout class, depending on the style you choose.
Plus, they solve a major summer fashion crisis: Unlike short-shorts and skirts, you don’t have to worry about thigh chafing with Bermuda shorts, thanks to their longline inseam. They’re also straight- or wide-leg, providing some much-needed airflow in hot weather, unlike skin-tight bike shorts that also hit at the knee. All that, and they just look... cool.
Below, I’ve rounded up some beloved Bermuda shorts for both men and women from across the Internet. Take a look, and discover the beauty of Bermuda shorts in all their sporty, casual or dressed-up glory.
