Summer Essential: here’s why we love cycling shorts
Do cycling shorts make you think of the 90s? That’s what they make us think of! The trend piece can be wonderfully styled and combined with summer clothes. We show you why cycling shorts still deserve a place in your wardrobe.
26 July 2023 • 7 min reading time
Dive into the reasons why we feel comfortable in cycling shorts and how they improve our freedom of movement.
Whether it’s flared trousers, crop tops or blazers with padded shoulders: three decades later, the 90s are experiencing a fashion revival. It was just a question of time before cycling shorts made their way back into our wardrobes. Relegated to the cycling club for a while, it’s now acceptable to wear them out and about again – which is splitting opinions. Some love them, others hate them. But here at CALIDA, we just see all the benefits they have to offer. They’re perfect for the summer, and also have real styling potential for laid-back summer looks. They’re a true all-rounder.
If there’s one thing that’s important about short leggings – that’s all cycling shorts really are – it’s the fit. Cycling shorts shouldn’t be too big in the waistband, nor should the hem dig into the legs. They should be fitted, but not too tight. You should watch out for this when buying cycling shorts.
During the summer, your wardrobe shouldn’t be without pretty dresses and skirts. However, long walks, a bike tour or the whole day in a dress? We’d rather not. One problem that women can’t stand during the summer is chafed thighs. Nearly every woman, no matter their size, is familiar with the problem: thighs rub together when standing or walking, and become chafed and sore. Cycling shorts can help. Nude or white cycling shorts are almost invisible, and are particularly practical. Our styles from the Natural Skin line also have especially flat seams – which makes annoying cutting in at the hems a thing of the past.
Black bike shorts can be super styled with bustiers or crop tops. Our model is wearing the set from the "Natural Skin" series.
Cycling shorts have become somewhat of a staple in fashion magazines and are really easy to style. Because they are comfortable and light, they are great for warm days. With our different styles, you can create a stunning outfit for the summer that’s casual and sporty. Our black Natural Skin cycling shorts are the perfect base to build an entire outfit around. Wear whatever you want on top, whether it’s a blouse or a shirt – it just needs to be a slightly longer cut. Because the emphasis on the legs, an oversized top will balance out the look.
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