Bermuda shorts are proving to be a summer must-have item, being worn by the likes of Bella Hadid, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Michelle Yeoh

What makes them different from other shorts is that they’re a bit longer with a minimum inseam of five inches.

From ripped denim to wide-legged shorts, there’s a Bermuda style to fit your summer needs.

Come summer, the usual suspects always come around: denim cutoffs, sundresses, crop tops, you get it. But stylish folks everywhere are embracing an unexpected It item this season: Bermuda shorts. That’s right, stars like Charli XCX, Ayo Edebiri, and supermodel sisters Bella and Gigi Hadid have been spotted sporting the traditionally preppy summer wardrobe staple. Others, like Sadie Sink and Suki Waterhouse, have opted for a more elevated take on the trend, sporting coordinated Bermuda shorts and suit outfits to red-carpet events, fashion shows, and morning shows.

Wondering what exactly Bermuda shorts are? TL;DR: These longer shorts, also known as walking shorts or dress shorts, are technically classified as short trousers with at least a 5” inseam, and are often styled with an un-cuffed hem that falls no less than 1” above the knee. Bermuda shorts have been worn by men and women for decades, everywhere from city sidewalks to the island seashores after which they are named.

While the style may sound a bit prescriptive, the truth is that Bermuda shorts are actually one of the more versatile pieces available for warm-weather dressing, no matter the occasion. Plus, this year, ripped denim, wide-leg, and suiting shorts are dominating the market, which makes the outfit possibilities nearly infinite. Keep it casual like Gigi in distressed knee-length jean shorts, or go full glam like Waterhouse in a summery white Bermuda shorts suit. The choice is yours — no island-hopping necessary.