Men's swimwear and trunks

The swim shorts

For the beach, the swim shorts have become a staple for men: more covering than swim briefs, they can be worn both in the water and on the sand or at the terrace. They dry quickly, thanks to a lightweight fabric made of polyester or nylon, and often have a mesh lining that provides support. Their length, measured in inches by surf brands, ranges from short shorts, above the knee, to longer styles.

For women and children

Swimwear also comes in:

• Women.
• Children.

All swimwear can be found on the swimwear page.

Volley or boardshort

Two styles dominate. The volley, like the Quiksilver Everyday Volley and Volley, with an elastic waist and drawstring, is short, with a mesh lining, making it a versatile beach swim short. The boardshort, like the Quiksilver Everyday Straight or Town & Country Surf Designs, has no elastic, fastens with a lace-up, is longer, and stays in place in the waves: it’s the surfers’ short. Quiksilver, born in Australia in the surf scene, and Town & Country, a Hawaiian brand, come from this culture. The Protest Faster, a beach short, can also be worn out of the water.

Style and care

Swim shorts are also worn for style. The Billionaire Boys Club and Icecream, brands founded by Pharrell Williams and Nigo, feature graphic designs; the Project X Paris shorts, with gradient effects and prints, showcase an urban style; the Lyle & Scott, a Scottish brand with an eagle, remains subtle and elegant. The Disney Donald adds a playful touch. After swimming, it’s important to rinse the shorts in fresh water to remove salt or chlorine and dry them in the shade to preserve their colours.

Good deals

Great bargains can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals feature the latest collections, and the items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: the Black Friday in late autumn, the year-end holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by summer sales and the back-to-school season.

Frequently asked questions

What length of swim shorts should I choose?

A short, mid-thigh short lengthens the leg and dries quickly; a longer model, above the knee, provides more coverage and is suitable for surfing. Surf brands like Quiksilver often indicate the length in inches.

Can you swim in a swim short at the pool?

In many public pools, swim shorts are not allowed for hygiene reasons, as they are worn out of the water too. Check in advance and bring a boxer or fitted swim briefs if necessary.

Volley short and boardshort, which one should I take to the beach?

The volley short, with an elastic waist and drawstring, is short and comfortable for the beach and swimming. The boardshort, longer and without elastic, fastens with laces and stays better in the waves.

Why does a swim short have a mesh lining?

The mesh lining provides support without underwear and allows water to drain quickly after swimming. It also minimizes chafing when wet and dries quickly in the sun.

How to keep a swim short in good condition?

Rinse it in fresh water after each swim to remove salt, sand, or chlorine, then dry it in the shade. Wash it at thirty degrees, without fabric softener, to preserve the colours and elasticity.