The Engineered Garments Ghurka Shorts come as the trimmed-leg version of their Ghurka Pants. This silhouette carries historical significance as the uniform of choice for Nepalese soldiers who served for a variety of armies, notably the British Indian Army throughout the 19th and 20th century. EG is known for drawing on rich inspiration sources, of which this period provides plenty.

The brand carries over the distinct details of this garment, from the tall waistband and large belt loops to the generous leg opening – the OG would’ve been worn in some fairly steamy conditions. EG takes note of this and presents the shorts in tropical wool, a rather luxurious material option for the original use case but simultaneously effective in the conditions it would have been subject to.