[1] Nantucket Reds were originally inspired by cotton trousers worn in Brittany.
Reds are worn predominantly by summer residents of Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard, and Cape Cod in place of khakis or chinos.
[3] Because both Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard are popular vacation destinations for wealthy north easterners, reds have become associated with northeastern preppy style and culture.
[citation needed] Reds are also commonly worn on Fire Island and the Hamptons.
Reds are produced by and distributed to the public by Murray's Toggery Shop, which is located on Main Street on the island of Nantucket, in Massachusetts.