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Boys' shorts: a guide to choosing the style and size
tuc tuc boys' shorts are the spring and summer staple: in knit with urban, graffiti or comic prints, and in woven fabric in denim or with cargo pockets. Sizes run from 6 months to 16 years, with an elasticated waist or adjustable drawstring. Pair them with boys' T-shirts or boys' shirts.
Types of shorts
- Knit: comfy and sporty, for summer camps, the park and holidays.
- Denim: washed-effect or lightweight, for everyday with a more casual feel.
- Cargo or with roomy pockets: practical for days out.
- Plain woven fabric: smarter, for special occasions with a shirt.
Length and size
Shorts should sit above the knee or just on it. Choose by height: size 8 years = 123–128 cm; 10 years = 129–136 cm; 14 years = 145–152 cm. If he's between two, go for the larger one and adjust with the drawstring.
Durability
For very active children, woven fabric and denim hold up better than knit.
For care, wash inside out and cold, without tumble drying, so the palm tree, letter or comic prints last. After the beach or pool, rinse in fresh water. And always follow each garment's care label to keep the colour and shape.
Shorts for an event?
For summer weddings or first communions, plain woven fabric shorts with a shirt are cool and smart. Keep the printed knit ones for everyday.
Frequently asked questions
What size shorts does a 12 year old boy need?
If he's between 137 and 144 cm, size 12 years; if he's over 144 cm, size 14 years (145–152 cm). Between two sizes, choose the larger one and adjust with the drawstring. The full chart is in the size guide.
Which boys' shorts are best for summer camp?
Knit shorts with an elasticated waist: they're comfy, dry quickly and let them run and climb. If they're going on hikes, shorts with cargo or zip pockets help them not lose things. Pack several, as they get very dirty.
Denim or knit shorts for a boy in summer?
Knit shorts are cooler and comfier for playing and for very hot days. Denim shorts are tougher and look more casual for going out. At tuc tuc there's lightweight denim, which is lighter and nicer in summer than heavy denim.
How to wash boys' printed knit shorts?
Inside out, cold and without tumble drying, so the print and colour last longer. Follow each garment's care label. If he's worn them at the beach or pool, rinse them in fresh water before washing to remove salt and chlorine.
What to wear with boys' graffiti print shorts?
A plain T-shirt in one of the print's colours and trainers. As the shorts have lots of personality, it's best not to mix them with another printed item. A cap completes the urban look. Neutral tones, such as white or black, never fail.
What types of boys' shorts does tuc tuc have?
tuc tuc has boys' knit shorts with palm tree, letter, graffiti, comic or stripe prints, and woven fabric shorts in denim, with cargo pockets or an elasticated waist. They're the brand's own designs, made in line with the European REACH regulation.
