The fashion of the nineties is coming back - I’ve said this several times. Along with pantaloons, miniskirts and fancy chunky sandals, boxer shorts have become a summer trend. Today I’ll tell you what they are, where they came from and what to wear with them.
History of fashion: from sports to catwalks
Fashion is a very, very strange thing. Sometimes a girl tries to comply with all the canons, combine familiar things in an original way, and looks for vintage dresses in her grandmother’s chest. And suddenly an ordinary boxer from an old movie becomes a style icon.
This is what I mean. The fashion for boxing shorts was introduced not by a Hollywood diva, but by the real athlete Rocky from the film of the same name. The charismatic, strong and unbending protagonist was liked by the audience of that era. All the boys tried to match his image, so every boy had a pair of boxing shorts “like Stallone” in his wardrobe.
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However, in the nineties, this trend suddenly became feminine and began to appear frequently on the catwalks. Chanel picked up the trend in 1996. And the Victoria's Secret model tried on a sporty look in 1997.
In addition, this era included boxer shorts, previously considered exclusively an element of men's underwear. The elastic band of branded panties sticking out above a skirt or jeans has become an integral attribute of hip-hop style. And everyone walked like this - from stern men to young ladies.
Fashion is cyclical, and in 2020, a long-forgotten trend suddenly became relevant again. Prolonged self-isolation has brought convenience and comfort into fashion. And boxing shorts meet these standards like nothing else.
Both provocative cropped boxer shorts and quite sporty options appear on the catwalks. Versace, for example, took traditional boxer shorts and decorated them with rhinestones. It turned out unusual and original.
What to wear with
Boxer shorts have become an integral part of street fashion, and along with it they have entered the biz-leisure style. Followers of traditional looks can combine them with a crop top, favorite shirt or T-shirt. We put on sneakers or sneakers - and you can safely shine on the city streets.
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Lovers of experiments also have room to explore. Boxer shoes with oversized jackets and romantic blouses look no less beautiful and original. You can complement the look with your favorite chunky sandals or heels.
Outfit ideas with boxer shorts
There can be dozens of options for original and beautiful images. Rihanna, for example, combines white shorts with a black crop top and an oversized denim jacket. The look is complemented by high-heeled shoes that highlight the singer’s long and slender legs.
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A more classic option is mesh sports shorts, a matching tank top and white sneakers. In this form, you can safely go for a walk, go to a cafe with friends, or even pop into work while on vacation to pick up important documents.
Versace presented an interesting look at the winter show. Their signature shorts made of blue fabric are covered with rhinestones, sparkles and various inscriptions. Sweatpants are combined with a pink silk blouse with a very deep neckline. The look is completed with a gray jacket made of the same fabric.
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Business style lovers also have a place to roam. Black boxer shorts, a crop top and an oversized blazer go well together. You can wear sandals on your feet. The result will be a businesslike and elegant total black.
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Some fashionistas even combine boxer shorts with romantic blouses. Lace, flounces and sports - who said that these are all incompatible? The image looks beautiful, fresh and original.
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