Best Men’s Swim Trunks

Summer always leads to a surge in shopping for suitable swim apparel such as sandals, sunscreen and sunglasses. But what is arguably the most important item of your summer supply? Swimming trunks. These can be a pair of mens bikini swimwear, short swim trunks or long board shorts, but every man owes it to himself to have a have a pair of swim shorts not only look good, but make him feel confident. RELATED: Best Sunscreens for Men Ideally, you would have a few different styles of swim trunks to alternate depending on your summer mood and destination. Something to keep in mind when making that next investment: if your bathing suit displays a classic cut, you can wear it for many seasons to come, but if you purchase a trend-driven style bathing suit, then you might find yourself tired of it more quickly. With all the different beachwear for men out there, we took a good, long look and found some of the best mens swim trunks for summer right now. So pack up the SPF and sunnies, because now you’re officially ready for the beach. Best Men's Swimsuits RVCA Men's 4-Way Stretch Board Shorts These board shorts boast a drawstring waistband, double-needle stitching and subdued styling, focusing all the attention on your (hopefully tanned & muscled) physique, and we're totally here for it.  $50 at Amazon.com Bonobos Riviera Recycled Swim Trunk This is one of Bonobos’ best-selling styles for a reason. Try the recycled polyester, elastic waist, and drawstring waistband style in a fun summer-themed design and you'll guarantee yourself some admiring glances at the beach. $89 at Bonobos.com Psycho Bunny Malta Hydrochromic Swim Shorts This is one of Psycho Bunny’s more psychedelic prints with a slightly oversized cut. It features a mesh lining and discrete, velcro back pocket. We guarantee you'll be making stylish waves in this swimming trunk. From $107.95 at Amazon.com Chubbies The Cadillacs Short Swim Trunks Chubbies bathing suits — and the shorter inseam they provide — seem to be one of the most popular sights on the beach this year. $69.50 at Chubbies.com Tommy Bahama Naples High Tide Hibiscus 6-Inch Swim Trunks Leave it to ole' Tommy B. to deliver a handsome print reminiscent of an island paradise from days gone by.  $89.50 at TommyBahama.com Vuori Cruise Boardshort Vuori's Cruise shorts are literally made from upcycled coconut husks and recycled polyester, so you better believe these versatile shorts work just as well for swim and surf as they do for sunrise sprints along the beach. $74 at VuoriClothing.com H&M Patterned Swim Shorts Sometimes less is more, and these simple swim shorts from the affordable Swedish superstore check all the stylish boxes by being classic, minimal, and actually made to last.   $19.99 at HM.com Speedo Knee Length Marina Volley Swim Trunk Clean, classic coverage sans any mesh liner. Sure, Speedo swim trunks come in shorter styles (much much shorter styles) but something about the simplicity of this Speedo swimsuit with its cargo pocket works perfectly.  From $28.69 at Amazon.com Dandy Del Mar Riviera Swim Short There is something about this handsome mesh liner-lacking leisure style in retro fabric and drawstring closure that always seems to work. $89 at Huckberry.com Quiksilver Manic 22" Length Cargo Pocket Boardshort Swim Trunk Looking for a drag suit fit? Modest about your dad bod? About to tackle some major waves? This is the board short for you. From $38.16 at Amazon.com maamgic Men’s Swim Trunks You don’t need to wear American flag swim trunks to show your patriotism. Go after really high marks with a stylish swim trunk like these red, white, and blue short trunks. From $20.99 at Amazon.com Patagonia Baggies Board Shorts In addition to its 1% for the Planet initiative, Patagonia uses quick drying fabric made of 100% recycled nylon for its best selling Baggies. Why not support an outdoor brand that is trying to support the outdoors? $65 at Patagonia.com Frescobol Carioca Copacabana Swim Shorts You can swim in these, but they are more appropriate for those pool-side parties with cocktails and lounge music. $215 at MrPorter.com Amazon Essentials Quick Dry Fabric 9" Men's Swim Shorts There is no way you'll get lost at sea with this pair of safety orange swim trunks.  From $7.40 at Amazon.com Saturdays NYC Timothy Seersucker Swim Short This is a deeper, darker, different take on the stereotypical summer seersucker. $220 at SaturdaysNYC.com Birdwell Beach Britches Boardshorts Every man should own a classic ‘60s-ear board short in a modern, trim fit. If you don’t, let these be your first. $85 at Amazon.com Kanu Surf Men's Barracuda Swim Trunks These boardshorts let you flaunt your inner lifeguard, “Baywatch” style. From $15.99 at Amazon.com Now that you have your swim trunks picked out, go ahead and hit the road. Take a long weekend and get some good mileage out of your new investment. You Might Also Dig: Best Wide-Leg Shorts for Men 13 Best Skin Care Products for the Summer Best Face Sunscreens for Men