For my classic swim trunks, I chose The Panoramas, black shorts with rainbow stripes and a 4-inch inseam. While 5.5-inch and 7-inch lengths are also available, these trunks are what I would call ...

My InsiderFor my classic swim trunks, I chose The Panoramas, black shorts with rainbow stripes and a 4-inch inseam. While 5.5-inch and 7-inch lengths are also available, these trunks are what I ...

— Jim Moore, GQ creative director Sundek rainbow swim trunks, $120, available at Mr Porter ...

Their waterproof nature makes them humidity and sweat friendly, so you can go about your day without paranoia of sweat stains ...

Designers are now making versatile swim trunks in natural fabrics: cotton, linen, even wool. We dove in to test six…with mixed results. (One smelled like “wet dog.”) ...

Traditional swim trunks unfortunately produce a lot of drag, so when you gotta go fast, sporty briefs are the right choice—and these are the perfect fit. “I maintain that TYR makes the best ...

It turns out these overenthusiastic swimwear devotees were onto something: In 2019, trunks-as-shorts are having another moment in the sun.

Many modern pairs of swim trunks can be worn like normal shorts — whether you’re running errands on a hot day or working out. At a Glance: The Best Men’s Swim Trunks of 2024 ...

Comparing board shorts to swim trunks If you’re in the market for new swimwear, you may find yourself choosing between board shorts and swim trunks. While they’re not the same, they both can ...