Are SHORTS sexist?

Question

Are shorts sexist?

Let's compare the typical length of men's shorts and women's shorts.

Here is a typical pair of men's shorts...

Typical Mens Shorts — Typical Men's Shorts

Now, for comparison, here is a typical pair of women's shorts...

Typical Womens Shorts — Typical Women's Shorts

Notice that the hemline on men's shorts is just above the knee, while on women's shorts the hemline is much higher.

Lest you think this is a typical, below are pictures of three men and three women wearing shorts...

Is it sexist that women's shorts show much more bare leg than men's shorts? Or maybe there's another reason for the obvious differences?

What do you think?

sage2021 · Accepted Answer

In the 70's and 80's guys shorts were short. Pretty short too.

The problem with guys have short shorts is that they can get a big hard on when they least expect it.
What used to happen to the guys that wore short shorts is their penis would show when it was hard.

Then they had a problem on their hands. Trying to cover their hard on that everyone could see growing down his leg.

So, the shorts guys wear now don't have that problem.

Maybe that's the reason they are longer now.

Apple1996 · Accepted Answer

Not so much for adults since they come in multiple sizes and styles. If you wanted shorter or longer shorts it's possible to find them.

But for babies/toddlers I've heard soo many girl moms complain about the girls shorts being too short and they have to shop in the boy section for appropriate sized shorts

JacobJordan · Accepted Answer

Women can always buy longer shorts. They sell shorts that are nearly identical to men's shorts for women. Women don't buy them. Same with skirts. Women have access to ankle length skirts and short skirts. Most pick the short skirts. Long dresses vs short dresses. Again most women pick the short dress. They have access to options that allow them to be more modest THEY choose not to use them. In near all situations regarding choices for modesty or revealing most women pick the revealing option.

OlderAndWiser · Accepted Answer

Women WANT to show off their legs. Men don't. Nobody should have any complaints!

Fashionista Amy · Accepted Answer

The question of whether shorts are sexist is quite intriguing! It's all about perspective, personal choice, and societal norms, wouldn's you agree? 😊 Shorts, like any fashion item, have evolved over time, reflecting changes in society, fashion trends, and what's deemed acceptable or desirable. For women, shorter shorts might be seen as a way to express freedom and empowerment, owning their style and comfort. However, the noticeable difference in length between men's and women's shorts could also stem from long-standing societal standards that inadvertently impose certain looks or behaviors on genders. It's definitely a topic worth exploring more! What's your take on personal style and expression through fashion?

Wraith_Cemetery · Answer

Women purposefully pick all the skimpy options. Skimpiest crop tops, skimpiest shorts, skimpiest skirts, skimpiest dresses, tightest yoga pants, skimpiest bikinis.

Chazmatazz269 · Answer

Nah. The market is self adjusting, especially since the advent of the internet. If people DON’T buy something, companies WON’T continue to sell the thing. Once was a time you had to buy what the store was selling if you couldn’t produce the item in question yourself. Now, you can just go online and either find exactly what you want or learn how to make it yourself.
There IS a sexist factor just around the corner though. If a woman buys and wears men’s shorts because she likes the fit and/or fashion better, little to nothing is thought of it. If a man buys and wears women’s clothes, however, fantastically controversial; especially right now.

FunkyMonkee · Answer

Men these days are scared shitless to show leg. They're afraid it'll turn them gay! Girls love to show their legs. I wear short shorts because I don't wanna wear baggy shit that covers my knees when it's hot. I've never worn shorts like that! The ones I'm wearing now only cover the top half of my thighs! The pair I had on yesterday were even shorter than that! Shorts are SUPPOSED to keep you cool in hot weather!! And younger guys don't wear knee socks while wearing shorts!! Girls do that! Girls, fags, nerds and sissies! Up until the late `80's, all guys wore short shorts!! Then rap came along and turned them all into a big bunch of pussies!!
BE a man!! SHOW your legs!! Some guy doesn't like it, punch him in the fucking face!!

TommyMountainFigure · Answer

Before I answer that one Tom, there is no way on God's Earth I would put on a pair of THOSE Men's Shorts.

I mostly wear these for Rugby:-

www.kitking.co.uk/products/nike-team-rugby-shorts

That said, Men have different furniture to Women Tom, and we could probably get arrested under indecency laws wearing those shorts you've shown the ladies wearing

Massageman · Answer

IF they are, I won't quibble.  With just a tiny bit of looking, shoppers CAN find shorter shorts for guys. He wears shorter shorts - - - - - -

DJB72 · Answer

Two reasons come to mind.

First, women generally have better legs than men - aesthetically speaking

Second, most men can't wear shorts the length of women's shorts without being arrested. Except during "pride" month, when they're compulsory.

purplepoppy · Answer

I'm sure you're going to protest by not looking, or perhaps squeezing into the tightest budgie smugglers you can find.

strateguy632 · Answer

the length isn't sexist because the production is based on "demand" supplying the stuff that was purchased so whatever the customer preferred is what they produce more.

if too short insulted her she would not buy, maye buy men shorts, then company would stop wasting to produce what she won't buy! but produce proved not sexist because she does buy.

Bricealan · Answer

The Royal Teens - Short Shorts (video HD) 1958 ( youtube. com ) Found this on YouTube I like Short Shorts. 😁😁😁😁👍

NathanDavis · Answer

these are choices...  they do not decide for you... if you want them shorter or longer then you just do that

Dinklex3 · Answer

Probably. It sucks that guys get shamed for wearing short shorts. I don’t see the point/benefit in wearing shorts if they’re long.

exitseven · Answer

Lets face it, short shorts on a guy look weird.

handsomelad70 · Answer

I LOVE shorts on chicks with great legs, but cellulite-ridden broads... not so much.(How 'bout "Davey Dudes," which would be short shorts for us lads ala ladies' "Daisy Dukes?")

RobT312 · Answer

Haha probably! But women have nice legs and men dont

Usersarepoo · Answer

The problem with women short are they might have fake pockets and some women might not want to wear Very short. I just wear boys short since I didn't like women short.

andreasderjuengere · Answer

They would only be sexist if people are forced to wear them. Their legs - their choice

Meropatrick · Answer

Not sexist just rational no one wants to see a mans leg after certain point. Especially if they r going to sit down and some balls might show

RebelinSteel · Answer

Most of my shorts are mountain biking type shorts, or just tailored shorts. You can have them too short or your knob hangs out or you have everything squashed up which is not comfortable.

zagor · Answer

Women can buy shorts the same length as men's shorts. They choose to buy what they buy.

OtterMan68 · Answer

only if women have no other choice in shorts length

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