I've been wearing cargo shorts since I was about 5. Comfy. Practical. Pretty much the only type of shorts I own... and in AZ we wear shorts all the time!
Now it seems the fashion police have declared them a crime. I've seen several references to them as a joke in various places - on par with black socks and sandals.
Oh well. Style was never my thing. I'm sure I'll still be wearing them when they become "retro cool" someday.