# Ultra-Absorbing Shorts The 'Towel Shorts' are a Multipurpose Garment By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-08-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/towel-shorts References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/722736984/towel-shorts?ref=category_recommended) Two commonly used items are now put together with the Towel Shorts, an [absorbing and fast-drying garment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everlayer-1). Meant to appeal to men, Towel Shorts claim to encompass a number of values including style and multifunctionality. Towel Shorts are simple and comfortable and can be used for a variety of reasons. They are perfect for post-swimming activities at the beach or pool, getting out of the shower, or heading to the gym. The Towel Shorts are made from [Terry cloth](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rebecca-udall), a durable cloth, capable of absorbing large amounts of water, and can even be the solution on rainy days. Creators Bobby Brown and Derek Young designed the garment with a mission to design high quality shorts, to change the way men relax, and to re-think the boundaries of men's clothing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Multipurpose Garments:** The trend of combining functionality and style in clothing design can be capitalized on by creating more garments like the 'Towel Shorts' that can serve multiple purposes. - **Terry Cloth Material:** Terry cloth, as a highly absorbent fabric, can potentially be utilized in other clothing items for various industries such as athletics, medical, or hospitality. - **Fast-drying Technology:** The development of fast-drying technology can open up opportunities for creating more efficient and eco-friendly clothing products with increased benefits, like those of the 'Towel Shorts'. ### Where This Applies - **Athletic Apparel:** Developing athletic wear with terry cloth material can provide a sweat-absorbing function to clothing items, making workouts more comfortable and efficient. - **Hospitality:** Terry cloth material can be utilized in the hospitality industry to provide guests with more comfortable and absorbent clothing and towels in their rooms. - **Medical:** Terry cloth material has potential in medical industries for patient clothing, wound dressing, or cleaning equipment due to its high absorbency and durability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Short Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-short.md) - [Quick-Absorbing Textural Bath Towels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bath-towel-reloaded.md) - [Breathable Textured Tweed Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linen-tweed-apres-shorts.md) - [Adaptable Summer Lifestyle Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equator-cargo-hybrid-short.md) - [Size-Inclusive Towels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/size-inclusive-towel.md) - [Quick-Dry Odor-Free Robes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k25-smart-bathrobe-20.md) - [Premium Turkish Towels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everyday-towel.md) - [Fast-Drying Odor Control Towels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packtowl.md) - [Towel-Resembling Luxe Skirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/towel-skirt.md)