Description
These exquisite houndstooth knee shorts are very comfortable to wear. The classic houndstooth fabric gives these trousers a chic appearance. The side pockets of these long unisex shorts are highlighted with black satin, giving some contrast to the fabric. The flexible black satin waistband just adds for the necessary comfort. The elasticated waistband with adjustable drawstring adds to its comfort. It also provides you with a perfect fit to your shape and style. You can wear the playful four buttons on the lower part of the leg open or closed, just how you see fit in your outfit.
How to style these houndstooth knee shorts
These houndstooth knee shorts are a fun and versatile item. You can wear them all seasons. For the colder days use long socks in black or contrasting color for a fun effect in your look. Also try on these trousers over our Long Jo’s. They will give you that quirky and creative look.
Masculine style
These classic houndstooth knee length trousers are a versatile item that can give your look an eccentric touch. Combine these trousers with our black long hydrophilic shirt and roll up the sleeves. This gives you a very nice and smart summery look. This item will also go nicely with our black long bamboo t-shirt. For a more causal approach combine these classic unisex shorts with our pinstripe sweater. For more contrast use our black and white striped long sleeve. Depending on the weather and your mood, you can choose black open sandals, a tough looking boot or a smart fancy shoe with track sole.
Feminine style
For a more feminine feel combine these fun classic houndstooth knee shorts with a fancy top. The contrast between the fancy top and these shorts will give a nice twist in your look. Finish off this look with a nice fancy shoe with track sole or a high heel. To create a more fun look you can choose to wear colorful socks in an open black high-heeled shoe. Also you can choose to wear the trousers more in your waist or lower on the hips depending on your mood or outfit. For a sassy look, change the chic top for a nice black button down shirt. Wear it over the trousers and style it with our cool black satin belt. Wear high-heeled black boot with track sole and a nice bright red lip and wetlook.
History of houndstooth fabric
The black and white abstract checkerboard pattern with a vague resemblance to a chicken-foot print known in French as the pied de poule and in English as houndstooth, first appeared in the 1800s in the Scottish lowlands. Then, it was called Shepherd’s check or Dogtooth, and was mostly used on woven wool cloth outerwear for sheepherders. Today, the duo-tone pattern can be found on everything from tweed jackets to designer stiletto heels. From 1959 Christian Dior began incorporating the pattern into his designs. Rather than weaving the pattern, as was the style of the British, Dior and subsequent designers, including Louis Vuitton and Chanel, would instead print the distinctive shapes onto fabric for their women’s wear collections.
