Milo Ventimiglia’s Short Shorts Once Again Signal the Start of Spring
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Milo Ventimiglia doesn’t forget about leg day. The man seemingly takes every opportunity to work out his hamstrings, quadriceps, adductors, pectineus, and sartorius. Just take a look at all that tone and definition. His gams are the kind that would have absolutely fascinated Michelangelo and Rodin; they are as close to statuesque as it gets. But this is not news.
It was around this time last year, the start of spring, when Ventimiglia set the Internet on fire with his gym attire. Walking out of Rise Nation in West Hollywood, the This Is Us star wore a rolled-up printed tee, Converse Chuck Taylor All Star high-tops, and black shorts. Not just any shorts, though, but ones with a three-inch inseam, maybe even two. He was certainly not the first man nor the most famous to trek outdoors showing a whole lot of leg: who could forget Bill Clinton in the ’90s or Tom Selleck during his Magnum P.I. days. But for the younger generation, Ventimiglia became the poster boy for short shorts.
For some, it was a categorical thirst trap; all that thigh sent hearts fluttering. For others, it was a reminder to put down the donuts and start hitting the gym before summer. And just this week, Ventimiglia, like the first leaf on a barren tree, signaled that warm weather is upon us. Again, the man stepped out of the gym in what can safely be described as his signature fit: Converse sneakers, a tee, and, of course, a pair of black shorts. This time, however, the length appeared longer, perhaps a four- or five-inch inseam.
Gym shorts, indeed, come in a variety sizes, usually running between four and ten inches. But it is the longer styles that are standard; most fellas like to let things hang. Which is perhaps why Ventimiglia’s fit was a viral sensation. He showed that short shorts are a viable option. They may not be the most demure choice, but they are certainly worthy of consideration. And if you have the inkling to flaunt some thigh, we rounded up four great shorts to try. Cop one or more to remind yourself that leg day should never be missed.
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