Men's swimwear on clearance

Volley, boardshort or boxer: which style for which swim

The style is primarily chosen based on where you swim. The volley, short, with an elastic waistband and drawstring, lined with a mesh brief, is the most versatile beach short: the Quiksilver Everyday and Volley are classics, with their length measured in inches. The boardshort, longer and without elastic, is secured with lacing and a hook-and-loop fastener to stay put in the waves. The boxer swimwear, fitted like underwear, is the only one of the three styles permitted in most municipal pools, where baggy shorts are banned for hygiene reasons.

Other clearance items

The men's summer clearance collection also includes:

• Sneakers.
• Flip-flops.
• T-Shirts.
• Shorts.
• Shirts.

All clearance items can be found on the men's summer page.

Quiksilver and Town & Country, two surf stories

The boardshort was born on the surf beaches, and two brands in the collection have written its history. Quiksilver was founded in 1969 in Torquay, Australia, by Alan Green and John Law: their first shorts, featuring a hook-and-loop fly, snap buttons, and a higher waistband at the back, were designed to stay in place on the board. Town & Country Surf Designs opened in 1971 in Pearl City, on the island of Oahu, Hawaii; its name reflects its positioning between the waves of the south shore, city side, and those of the North Shore, countryside side, while its yin and yang logo symbolizes the balance sought by surfers.

Boxer Le Slip Français and shorts with an urban style

The Glorieux boxer swimwear carries the signature of Slip Français, a brand launched in 2011 by Guillaume Gibault, with all production entrusted to workshops based in France; its close-fitting design works well for both pool lengths and sea swims. The Billionaire Boys Club shorts, a label created in New York by Pharrell Williams and Nigo, as well as those from its Icecream line, feature graphic logos. Lyle & Scott, a Scottish house founded in 1874 in Hawick, adds its golden eagle to a simple short, while the Disney short featuring Donald brings a humorous touch.

Fabric, size, and rinsing of swim shorts

A swim short is primarily judged by its fabric: polyester and polyamide dry quickly and withstand chlorine, while a touch of elastane, common in boardshorts, provides comfort for paddling while lying on a board. As for the size, an elastic waistband model allows for some leeway, while a laced boardshort should fit snugly around the waist to avoid slipping. After each swim, a rinse in fresh water removes salt and chlorine, and then the short dries in the shade to preserve colours and elasticity. These clearance items allow you to prepare for the next summer without waiting for the first warm days.

Frequently asked questions

What length of swim shorts should I choose?

Surf brands often indicate the length of the shorts in inches, measured from the side: around fifteen or sixteen inches, the volley stops above the knee. A longer boardshort protects the thighs from rubbing against the board.

Why does a swim short have an inner mesh?

The mesh brief provides support without adding bulk and allows water to drain, so there's no need for underwear. Surf boardshorts often lack this feature to prevent irritation during long sessions.

Can you machine wash swimwear?

Yes, on a delicate cycle at thirty degrees, preferably in a mesh bag, without fabric softener or a tumble dryer. The iron-on prints and logos on urban-style shorts do not handle heat well and peel off more quickly.

Can swim shorts be worn out of the water?

Hybrid models, made from quick-drying fabric and without visible mesh, can go from the beach to the terrace without changing. A volley lined with a mesh brief is generally more suited for swimming and its surroundings.

What swimwear should I give to a man?

A boxer Le Slip Français will please fans of French manufacturing, while Billionaire Boys Club or Lyle & Scott shorts will appeal to logo enthusiasts. If in doubt about the size, a model with an elastic waistband is more forgiving.