The Hoochie Daddy Shorts phenomenon took the internet by storm in the early 2020s, primarily across TikTok and Twitter, as a celebration of men's short-short fashion. Centered around the 5-inch inseam rule, the meme characterizes a specific type of confident, summer-ready aesthetic that contrasts with the baggy cargo styles of previous decades. It evolved from a simple fashion trend into a cultural moment known as Hoochie Daddy Season, where users post photos showing off their quadriceps and celebrating body positivity. The meme is widely used to signal the arrival of warm weather, mock those still wearing long shorts, or simply to lean into the playful thirst trap nature of modern social media trends.