# Versatile Classic Men's Shorts 'Cobba' Shorts Offers a Range of Functional Features By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-12-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobba References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cobba/cobba-the-worlds-first-non-stop-shorts-featuring-a?ref=category_popular) & [cobbastore](https://www.cobbastore.com/password) The brand 'Cobba' offers [shorts for men](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rep-short) that are offered in a classic design and that come with a variety of additional features. The shorts are named after a variation of the slang "cobber," which is colloquialism for the word "bloke." The shorts themselves come in range of [classic colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-touch-by-bugatchi) that compliment their design. The shorts have a variety of additional features, as they include pockets for cards, phones and keys while offering a firm waistband grip. The material the shorts are made from prevents odor, is quick to dry, is stain- and liquid-resistant and as a result of all these things – saves water and costs with fewer washes. These classic shorts are perfect for consumers who enjoy a [simple and traditional fashion sense](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-styles). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Functional Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design clothing with additional features like pockets for cards, phones, and keys to enhance functionality. - **Sustainable Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop garments made from materials that prevent odor, quick to dry, stain- and liquid-resistant to save water, costs, and reduce the need for frequent washing. - **Classic Revival:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Reimagine classic designs for clothing to cater to consumers who enjoy a simple and traditional fashion sense. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate additional features and sustainable materials into clothing designs for improved customer satisfaction and environmental impact. - **Textile:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore and develop new sustainable materials for clothing manufacturing to improve water conservation and reduce the environmental footprint. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the market of consumers who appreciate classic and functional clothing by offering versatile options with traditional designs and added features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adaptable Summer Lifestyle Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equator-cargo-hybrid-short.md) - [Hybrid Short Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-short.md) - [Versatile Men's Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desert-shorts.md) - [Proprietary Four-Way Stretch Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mack-weldon-radius-flex-shorts.md) - [Performance Shorts Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-shorts.md) - [Breathable Textured Tweed Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linen-tweed-apres-shorts.md) - [Versatile High-Performance Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rep-short.md) - [Bold Statement Boxers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/royalty-boxer-briefs.md) - [3D Contouring Boxers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manmades-the-boxer-brief.md)