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Frequently Asked Questions About Knickers
What are knickers called now?
Today, knickers are commonly known as plus fours, golf knickers, or vintage golf pants. In casual fashion, similar garments might be called cropped pants, pedal pushers, or capris, though these modern terms don't typically refer to the traditional wool garments with the distinctive gathered knee design.
When did knickers go out of style?
Knickers gradually went out of mainstream fashion in the late 1930s and early 1940s. While they remained popular for golf throughout the 1920s and into the 1930s, they were largely replaced by full-length trousers for everyday wear after World War II, though they've periodically seen revivals in specialized sportswear and vintage fashion.
What's the difference between pants and knickers?
The difference between pants and knickers is primarily in length and fit: pants (or trousers) extend to the ankle, while knickers end just below the knee with a gathered or banded closure. Knickers also typically feature a fuller, looser fit through the thigh and were designed for activities requiring greater freedom of movement, unlike the more streamlined design of full-length trousers.
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