Shopping for men’s swim trunks is similar to buying any other piece of clothing, according to Adam Ballheim, stylist to Christian Slater, Lakeith Stanfield, Ben Aldridge and Jharrel Jerome.

These ultra-lightweight shorts, made from a quick-drying stretch twill material (55% Nylon, 41% Polyester, and 4% Elastane), are the best swim trunks for men whether you're actually swimming ...

If short shorts aren't your thing, Goodfellow's 9-inch Hybrid Swim Shorts might be the best choice for you. The longer inseam falls at the knee and doubles as extra protection while surfing.

Dawn agrees, adding that the 5-inch inseam makes these trunks a smart option for men with shorter legs. “When shorts are too long, they can make short legs look even shorter,” she says.

Others agree, calling them the “perfect swim shorts” that have earned an average 3.9-star rating from hundreds of reviewers. Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement ...

Join the conversation below. The 1910s brought some relief. Though still made from wool, the two-piece tank suit was mercifully sleeveless and cut like short shorts—the better to swim and tan in.

I see London, I see France, I can see your underpants. A limited-edition line of transparent beach shorts for men is for sale online through at least three retailers, including Amazon, that give lo… ...

Men, the next time you reach for your old cargos to go on a date or your flammable swim shorts to go anywhere in, consider this your written warning.