Hey there, I’m a bit on the shorter side at 5’6″, and let me tell you, longer shorts just don’t work for me. I prefer rocking shorts with a 5-6″ inseam that hits just above the knee. Recently, I found myself on a trip to Southeast Asia, where packing light was key. I was on the hunt for lightweight shorts that ticked all the boxes: short inseam, no drawstring or elastic waist, stylish enough for a nice/casual restaurant.
I stumbled upon a pair from Quince that checked a lot of the boxes. They looked good, fit well, but the downside was they weren’t the quickest to dry and weighed about 250g. While the weight was manageable, I really wanted a pair that would dry overnight without fail. However, most of the technical material options I came across had longer 8-9″ inseams, which just wouldn’t cut it for me. And don’t get me started on Chubbies – great styles but all seemed to have that pesky elastic or drawstring waist.
So, if you’re a fellow short guy like me looking for recommendations, here’s the scoop: the struggle is real. It seems like brands out there forget about us when it comes to the perfect pair of shorts. But fear not, I’m on a mission to find the holy grail of shorts for the vertically challenged.
In my quest for the ultimate short guy shorts, I’ve scoured the internet, read countless reviews, and tried on more pairs than I can count. The good news is, I’m starting to narrow down my options. I’m on the lookout for shorts that are not only the right length but also quick-drying and stylish.
If you’re like me and crave shorts that hit that sweet spot between comfort and style, stay tuned. I’ll be sharing my top picks for the best shorts for short guys that will have you looking sharp and feeling cool, even in the hottest of climates. So, here’s to finding the perfect pair of shorts that will have us shorties strutting our stuff with confidence.