# Water-Activated Menswear LPG Convertible Shorts Offer Laidback Style That Changes When Wet By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-07-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lpg-convertible-shorts References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/shorts-with-water-activated-patterns-63/) & [shop.lacrosseplayground](http://shop.lacrosseplayground.com/collections/convertible-shorts) When you're at the cottage or on vacation, staying in your bathing suit can be a convenient but slightly inappropriate decision especially when it's time for lunch or dinner. That's where LPG Convertible Shorts look to come in handy as being the perfect three-in-one pair of shorts that are perfect for hanging out, having dinner and even [going for a swim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dandy-del-mar). Made of a quick-dry polyester microfiber, LPG Convertible shorts are designed to change patterns when wet to better make the distinction between what they're for: patterned means swim time and solid means ready for hanging out. LPG Convertible shorts are a clever approach to [summer clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-swim-collection) that's perfect for beach bums and vacationer who are looking for a [multifunctional piece of clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellen-patinatech-tshirt) that can easily transition between activities without missing a beat. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Multifunctional Clothing:** LPG Convertible Shorts demonstrate the trend of clothing that serves multiple purposes, offering opportunities for innovative designs. - **Interactive Fabrics:** The water-activated pattern change in LPG Convertible Shorts highlights the growing trend of interactive fabrics, which opens up possibilities for creative applications. - **Seamless Transitions:** The seamless transition between swim time and hanging out in LPG Convertible Shorts reflects the trend of providing effortless clothing solutions for different activities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can tap into the multifunctional clothing trend by offering innovative designs such as convertible garments. - **Textile Manufacturing:** The rise of interactive fabrics creates opportunities for textile manufacturers to develop new materials that respond to environmental factors. - **Outdoor & Leisure Gear:** The seamless transitions in LPG Convertible Shorts present an opportunity for outdoor and leisure gear companies to create versatile and adaptable clothing for various activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Short Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-short.md) - [Travel-Friendly Summer Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lake-geneva-series.md) - [Limited-Edition Swim Trunks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mack-weldon-x-bather.md) - [Collaborative Summer Protective Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-and-speedo.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 Men's Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desert-shorts.md) - [Elegant Sporty Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacoste-swimwear-collection.md) - [Water-Repellent Weekend Travel Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/72hour-merino-travel-pant.md)