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2013-05-24 19:38:03

Who invented pedal pushers and how did they become so popular? Whether you like them or not, pedal pushers push their way back into the fashion world. But how did they come to be? Who thought of making women's pants only kneelength? How have they lasted through the years?

Pedal pushers, as the name coyly indicates, were originally meant for cyclists who needed pants for coverage but something short enough to not get caught in the bicycle's gears. Enter the idea for "shortlong" pants. These pants came along mainly for women cyclists during the 1950s when appropriate dress was not revealing shorts, but dresses; this was a happy middle.

Throughout the years, pedal pushers have acquired some sassy names. These names included clam diggers, toreador pants and motor scooter slacks. These pants have changed into different styles and types of half pants. Capris in particular are one of the most commonly seen versions of pedal pushers. Capri pants were a result of European fashion designer Sonja de Lennart in 1948. Unlike pedal pushers, capris go down the ankle, hovering just above the feet. The Italian island of Capri was the muse for this style.

The multifunctional characteristic of the pedal pushers is what has led them to remain in style. Unlike capris, pedal pushers only go down to the knees, ending right where the knee begins. This allows for free movement of the knees, not just for cyclists, but for anyone who desires to wear pants that offer more coverage than traditional shorts, and one that offers more space for the knees and calves to move freely. Pedal pushers can also be made through a variety of fabrics and materials.

Audrey Hepburn brought pedal pushers to the screen. Once the shorts started gaining momentum during this time, women began wearing them in all types of sports outside of cycling, such as sailing. Having an iconic personality such as Hepburn only fueled the demand for shortlong pants.

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