Cycling Shorts: How To Embrace The Salient Trend Of The 90s?

Are we really going to adopt cycling shorts this summer? Kim Kardashian uses and abuses it, but can we wear it like her? The 90s must-have piece worn by Madonna and Lady D raises more than one fashion question! An unexpected trend to dare or a real fashion faux pas to forget? Complete decryption!

30+ looks that will make you love cycling shorts

We didn't say anything about shoes worn with socks, we closed our eyes to the darling, we even ignored the phenomenon of "daddy shoes". However, fashion has decided to put our hearts to the test again. Kim K, Hailey Baldwin, Bella Hadid, Chiara Ferragni … known for their sense of style, these it-girls are now displayed in strange cycling shorts and we must admit that these short leggings do not necessarily have everything to please, but once well sported, they can very easily become your new instrument of seduction. Super tight and morphologically demanding: the return of cycling shorts on the fashion scene has yet something to surprise us and leave us pensive.

If at first, informed fashionistas were cautious, we can say that this summer, cycling shorts are essential. The positive thing is that it is a piece designed to highlight the forms of women. For the trend in question to work, you need hips and buttocks. The problem ? It is out of the question to allow yourself the slightest grain of cellulite on the thighs! As for the color, we leave the nude aside and we are inspired by the looks of KK and her little sister Kylie with their black shorts which will certainly succeed in convincing those who strongly oppose the tight-fitting trend.

Men and their opinion of cycling shorts

If at first, fashionistas were cautious about wearing cycling shorts, this changed very quickly thanks to Kim K, wearing "Yeezy". Far from being a fashion faux pas, the bodycon piece is designed for ladies with curves. So, again, for it to work well, you need hips as well as a beautiful sulphurous butt, which is meant to be quite intriguing for the male part of society.

How do you wear cycling shorts?

Apart from podiums and cycle paths, what are cycling shorts worth and how do you wear them successfully? To take the plunge, you can opt for the classic cyclist version: black in color and mid-thigh length. And since the cut is super tight, don't hesitate to create a contrast by pairing your shorts with an oversize top, such as an XXL blazer, a loose sweater or even a light blouse, all accompanied by a good pair of white sneakers with thick soles. Basically, the wider the better.

While cycling shorts are generally considered a piece of sport, that doesn't mean you can't take them out of their comfort zone by pairing them with stylish accessories: nude heeled sandals to visibly lengthen legs, a fanny pack or a golden chain put around the waist to enhance it. The only basic rule to remember? Have fun with its "sportswear" aspect by playing on the contrast.

Glorified by influencers and the many fashion week shows, cycling shorts have indeed returned to the forefront of the fashion scene. So, will you end up succumbing to its charm? To finish by really convincing you, here are a few more inspirations drawn from the web. See you in the photo gallery!