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ThierryBxl · Oct 16th, 2003, 16:39

Hello all,

Silly question, but here it is anyway: is it acceptable for a western man to wear bermudas in India? I guess it is not very recommend for cultural reasons but I would like to have opinions about it.

Thierry
Brussels, Belgium

The Aijo · Oct 16th, 2003, 17:16

Thierry,

Even in western societies, certain forms of "Bermuda shorts" can be considered inappropriate and indeed offensive.

For the forum members to post an answer, we will need further information in relation to the design and colour of the garment!

angelika · Oct 16th, 2003, 17:17

mmmmh....

In my opinion:
It is okay at the beach and in the restaurants around the beach.
I can't remember men wearing bermudas during travelling.
I believe a light trouser which ends below the knee would be better.
I don't know if it is acceptable or not. As a Non-Indian in India, people stare at you anyway

Anth · Oct 16th, 2003, 22:35

Quote:

Originally posted by The Aijo
Thierry,

For the forum members to post an answer, we will need further information in relation to the design and colour of the garment!

And a photo would be great too

wonderwomanusa · Oct 17th, 2003, 02:59

I think Bermuda shorts would only be okay with the appropriate long socks and proper shoes. Barelegged and with sandals -- no way!

guerik · Oct 17th, 2003, 06:42

Bermudas, long socks and sandals?

Maybe you should just stick with the long pants instead...

millreef · Oct 17th, 2003, 06:42

I've certainly worn shorts on previous India trips - not sure one would classify them as Bermuda. Usually, I've worn them with Tevas and a t-shirt - and haven't ever got a second look from anyone (not that I've tried to wear them anywhere requiring remotely formal dress). In my experience, f you look remotely foreign, the locals tend to assume you're going to dress somewhat diffferently than they're used to - and cut you some slack. No short, shorts, however...PLEASE...those should be outlawed anywhere!

Anth · Oct 17th, 2003, 17:08

andrew dado wore shorts in LP north india , with his shirt tucked in and big hiking boots. makes me laugh when i think about it.

Sorry just thought i'd mention it.

Pravin · Oct 18th, 2003, 00:03

When I went to India,I took a couple of pairs of shorts but never felt comfortable to wear them.I suppose if you are in Goa or any beach areas it feels ok,But because i was in city areas i didnt feel right.Mind you also being Indian myself,I didnt feel right,because I couldnt see any other indians wearing them.

concoran · Oct 18th, 2003, 05:06

It's absolutely ok if you wear a short, eve with sandals
Enjoy your trip..

ThierryBxl · Oct 18th, 2003, 05:19

Thanks fort your advice and opinions.

Just confirms what I was thinking: in case of doubt, stick to long trousers. I do not want to offend anyone with the sight of my legs.

concoran · Oct 18th, 2003, 05:25

TheirryBxl,
Indians usually do not wear shorts out of modesty. It doesn't mean that you would be offending anyone if you wore one.

Oct 16th, 2003, 16:39	#1
ThierryBxl Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Brussels Posts: 25	Male clothing Hello all, Silly question, but here it is anyway: is it acceptable for a western man to wear bermudas in India? I guess it is not very recommend for cultural reasons but I would like to have opinions about it. Thierry Brussels, Belgium

Oct 17th, 2003, 02:59	#5
wonderwomanusa Maha Guru Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Northern California Posts: 4,261	I think Bermuda shorts would only be okay with the appropriate long socks and proper shoes. Barelegged and with sandals -- no way! __________________ The map is not the territory. --Alfred Korzybski

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Oct 16th, 2003, 17:16	#2
The Aijo Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Aberdeen Posts: 5	Thierry, Even in western societies, certain forms of "Bermuda shorts" can be considered inappropriate and indeed offensive. For the forum members to post an answer, we will need further information in relation to the design and colour of the garment!

Oct 16th, 2003, 17:17	#3
angelika Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Munich - Germany Posts: 109	mmmmh.... In my opinion: It is okay at the beach and in the restaurants around the beach. I can't remember men wearing bermudas during travelling. I believe a light trouser which ends below the knee would be better. I don't know if it is acceptable or not. As a Non-Indian in India, people stare at you anyway

Oct 17th, 2003, 06:42	#6
guerik Maha Guru Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Australia Posts: 1,038	Bermudas, long socks and sandals? Maybe you should just stick with the long pants instead...

Oct 17th, 2003, 06:42	#7
millreef Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 47	I've certainly worn shorts on previous India trips - not sure one would classify them as Bermuda. Usually, I've worn them with Tevas and a t-shirt - and haven't ever got a second look from anyone (not that I've tried to wear them anywhere requiring remotely formal dress). In my experience, f you look remotely foreign, the locals tend to assume you're going to dress somewhat diffferently than they're used to - and cut you some slack. No short, shorts, however...PLEASE...those should be outlawed anywhere!

Oct 17th, 2003, 17:08	#8
Anth Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Brisbane Posts: 32	andrew dado wore shorts in LP north india , with his shirt tucked in and big hiking boots. makes me laugh when i think about it. Sorry just thought i'd mention it.

Oct 18th, 2003, 00:03	#9
Pravin Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: U.K Posts: 28	When I went to India,I took a couple of pairs of shorts but never felt comfortable to wear them.I suppose if you are in Goa or any beach areas it feels ok,But because i was in city areas i didnt feel right.Mind you also being Indian myself,I didnt feel right,because I couldnt see any other indians wearing them.

Oct 18th, 2003, 05:06	#10
concoran Explorer Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Desert Southwest Posts: 319	It's absolutely ok if you wear a short, eve with sandals Enjoy your trip..

Oct 18th, 2003, 05:19	#11
ThierryBxl Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Brussels Posts: 25	Thanks fort your advice and opinions. Just confirms what I was thinking: in case of doubt, stick to long trousers. I do not want to offend anyone with the sight of my legs.

Oct 18th, 2003, 05:25	#12
concoran Explorer Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Desert Southwest Posts: 319	TheirryBxl, Indians usually do not wear shorts out of modesty. It doesn't mean that you would be offending anyone if you wore one.