【Ride the Waves Series】Ocean WAWA Red & Blue Amphibious Short Beach Pants (Unisex)

◆ The Story Behind the Design ◆ The indigenous ocean-dwelling people of Taiwan's East Coast, deeply connected to the sea, hold an annual fishing festival (Sea Festival) each summer. During this celebration, the strong men catch schools of fish, and everyone rejoices with song and dance by the shore. Passersby can feel their immense joy, and this age-old custom is rich with moving legends. Long ago, a brave warrior was shipwrecked and drifted to a deserted island. He yearned and pondered daily, unable to find a way to leave. One day, a great whale appeared in the sea and said, "Let me help you!" The great whale then imparted shipbuilding techniques to the warrior, enabling him to finally return home and reunite with his family. From then on, during the annual fishing festival, the men would teach everyone how to build boats and offer sacrifices of wine and betel nuts to express their deepest gratitude to the great whale. WasangShow incorporates the whale into indigenous totems, commemorating this beautiful ocean legend. The flying fish of the ocean tribes appeared in the dreams of elders, revealing methods of preparation, taboos, and rituals. The Tao people have followed these instructions for generations, and the flying fish have kept their promise, returning to the designated waters each March. The flying fish season is divided into three stages: the Fish Summoning Festival, the Fish Storage Festival, and the Final Consumption Festival, embodying reverence for the natural environment and a hope for ecological sustainability. A fisherman from the ocean tribes accidentally fell into the sea one day and drifted to an island inhabited entirely by women. He spent a few pleasant and happy days there, but one day while walking on the beach, he began to cry, missing his home. Just then, a sea turtle appeared beside him and offered to take him home. The fisherman happily followed the sea turtle back to his homeland. He asked the sea turtle how he could repay this kindness. The sea turtle replied that upon returning to his village, he should establish age classes and manage the village well. The sea turtle stated it would return in five years to inspect his progress, at which time the fisherman should prepare five rice cakes, five jars of wine, five bundles of betel nuts, and five betel nut leaves as repayment. ◆ Product Features ◆ 1. Doubles as beachwear and swimwear. 2. A summer essential! These amphibious short beach pants let you showcase your personality in the scorching heat! 3. Unisex short beach pants, perfect for effortless styling and a fashionable look! 4. Crafted from premium fabric, soft, comfortable, and incredibly durable for all-day ease! 5. Vibrant and lively patterns that pair easily with any top to elevate your style! 6. Effortlessly adapt to any occasion, whether traveling, at the beach, or in daily life, wear your unique style! 7. Full mesh lining. • 100% Nylon • Mesh pocket lining: 100% Polyester • Side pockets, side seam, elastic drawstring waist, back pocket • Full mesh lining ※ Male model in photo: Height 180cm / Weight 86kg / Wearing XL / Regular fit ※ Female model in photo: Height 165cm / Weight 46kg / Wearing S / Regular fit ◆ Shorts Sizing ◆ ※ Please note that slight variations of 1-2cm in measurements are normal due to different measuring methods. ※ Actual product dimensions may vary slightly from the size chart due to fabric elasticity, washing treatments, measurement starting/ending points, and manual stretching. ※ Height and weight do not definitively determine size; individuals with different body types (e.g., a muscular 165cm person and a slender 180cm person) might wear the same size. ◆ Washing Instructions & Precautions ◆ ・Color variations may occur in product images due to differences in shooting lighting and sunlight effects; please refer to the actual product for color accuracy. ・Wash dark and light-colored clothing separately. ・Do not soak or leave wet to prevent color bleeding. ・It is normal for dark-colored garments to release excess dye during washing. ・Refer to the garment's care label for washing and maintenance instructions. ◆ Design ◆ Taiwan ◆ Manufacturing ◆ China