Practicality and functionality is the key point of S/S 2022 trousers design. The adjustable design which leaves growth space for kids is essential this season. Detachable designs put emphasis on practicality and functionality with various visual feelings. Retro is still the key trend, retro gym shorts and A-type breeches which can be worn in multiple occasions and seasons become fashionable and extra-value items.

"Buy less but better" consumption view drives the development of versatile jeans. As consumers pay more attention to comfort and durability, simplicity becomes a must. Adjustable and trans-seasonal designs are two driving forces for S/S 2021. In the new season, oversized jeans prevail and become more vigorous with innovative washed surfaces and high-waist silhouettes. Party shorts reveal the hope for a boisterous future. Understated Bermuda shorts are comfortable for commute.

With the return of vintage trend, nostalgic jeans will dominate the market. Due to the pandemic, many perennial jeans in S/S 2021 will mix with deadstock, thus minimizing the effect on the environment. Mini fringed shorts, high-waist paper bag shorts, skinny jeans and boyfriend jumpsuits are blended with new elements and details, thus extending the service life and becoming core items.

The decline of street fashion draws the design focus on the brand itself. Trousers pursue no more novel elements but adjust the ever-lasting shape slightly according to market needs. Popular styles are diversified, such as the tailored cropped trousers with turn-up hems, tapered suit trousers and high-waist floor-length loose trousers, allowing men to extend individuality.

As an important item in summer, shorts are indispensable for boyswear. For silhouettes, practical workwear shorts are popular; slit sports shorts are retro but chic; mock-layered shorts are athletic and street; suit shorts are serious and formal; beach shorts are full of a summer vibe. So S/S 2021 will be passionate and colorful.

In S/S 2021, denim returns back in classic styles, brings more possibilities to consumers, and creates mix & match looks. This season is dominated by classic styles, classic appearance and eco-friendly washing. Cycling shorts and distressed straight jeans are washed and well-fitting to create an urban style. Voluminous flares and high-waist loose trousers return back with the retro trend. Holes and exaggerated fringes can create a leisure and young look. The style is both daily practical and avant-garde.

Cycling is a healthy and environmentally-friendly lifestyle and an upward life attitude. By 2018, there are 47.5 million cycling enthusiasts worldwide. The world's biggest cycling race, the Haute Route, starts in this year. For experienced cycling enthusiasts, sweatshirts tops, cycling shorts and jumpsuits can help riders reduce wind resistance, constrain muscles and perspire during long-distance rides.

The sportif style is the unfailing topic in fashion industry. Compared to the professional sportswear, the athleisure wear which is daily and sportif becomes the necessary item. In S/S 2021, the athleisure trousers are still hot and become the popular silhouette of many brands and catwalks. Combining with the heated environmentalism, renewable materials and functionality, trousers in this season are pretty functional and high-street, and become one of the most popular styles.

With the development of technology, we will pay more attention to unique, simple and statement-making things. In simple and sophisticated pants, the gender boundary will be more blurred. Simple designs and placement improvements create a crisp and brave feel.

The tied hem cuffs are one of the features of cargo pants. With the basic workwear style, distressing colors are combined with modern crafts to make cargo pants prevail. The tied hem cuffs elongate legs.

Silhouettes of pants in S/S are important. There are several styles including business leisure, sports leisure, girly styles. In this report, we are able to predict the hot pant silhouettes in 2020 S/S. There are noticeable pant details such as splitting and splicing, zippers, contrasting colors, etc. Among those are some eye-catching pant silhouettes: multi-layer sports pants, color-blocking and creased sporty pants, loose Bermuda, cool silhouette, stylish pantskirt, one-shoulder overalls, mock-layer style, hole pants and slant placket.

Shorts -- 2020 S/S Silhouette Trend of Kidswear

Cargo pants have a long history, and their silhouettes are updated by time.

Slits are increasingly seen on knees of performance-minded trousers, with decorations to stand out in this season. Detachable design results in more versatile items, meeting the needs of young customers for creative looks.

Cool and functional ninja outfit is favorite of street fashionista. The traditional outdoor sportswear is updated by the functional and versatile design. The functional trousers are items to watch in this season.

Flare trousers which were all the rage now revive, enlivened with irregular hem, raw edge, ombre washing, printing, embroidery or patchwork.