# Bloomer Shorts Bernard Wilhelm Reinterprets Vintage Underwear Into Chic Daywear By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-05-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bernard-wilhelm-bloomer-shorts References: [highsnobette](http://www.highsnobette.com/news/2009/05/13/bernard-wilhelm-bloomer-shorts/) & [sevennewyork](http://sevennewyork.com/designers/bernhard-willhelm/s9bewiw-27) These Bernard Wilhelm bloomer shorts blend a classic underwear design with chic, comfortable daywear. We've seen a resurgence in [bubble skirts and dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025) over the past few seasons, and these Bernard Wilhelm bloomer shorts certainly update this fashion phenomenon. The Bernard Wilhelm bloomer shorts feature a ruched hem and rear lace detail. See more bloomers below. **Implications** - Bloomer shorts have been showing up in Pret a Porter fashion for some time now, serving as the newest form of retro revival. Reminiscent of [swim suits from the 1930s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fioretta), bloomer shorts are a wearable fashion trend that is both avant-garde and friendly for daily wear. This proves that while progression is the goal, fashion will almost always revert back to classic styles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vintage-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to reinterpret classic styles into modern daywear. - **Retro Revival:** Growing demand for fashion trends that harken back to previous eras. - **Avant-garde Wearable Fashion:** Fashion-forward clothing that combines innovation with everyday practicality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Apparel and Fashion:** Designers can create new lines of clothing inspired by vintage styles. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Opportunity to produce unique fabrics and materials for retro fashion garments. - **Online Retail:** E-commerce platforms can cater to the demand for retro-inspired fashion by offering a wide range of vintage-inspired clothing options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Comfort-Forward Loungewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloomers-intimates.md) - [Ultra-Light Intimates Silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feather-lace.md) - [Silver-Inspired Intimate Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silver-belle.md) - [Underwear-Imitating Hybrid Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cut-off-brief-skirt.md) - [Elegant High-Waisted Panties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-cut-briefs.md) - [Dirty-Resembling Luxe Undergarments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-willy-underwear.md) - [Lace Leakproof Underwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lace-leakproof-underwear.md) - [Breathable Textured Tweed Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linen-tweed-apres-shorts.md) - [Frilly Feminine Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunza-g.md)