Trunks & Board Shorts

Men and boys commonly wear both shorts and swim trunks. What is the difference between the two? In what situations do they wear each one?

Whether it's for a dip in the pool, an afternoon spent at the beach, or just going down to the local swimming hole, a swimsuit is a requirement for the summer. While men's swimsuits are...

Whether you're at the beach, in a swimming pool or on a yacht, it's nice to look good and feel confident in a Speedo. However, the George Costanza of "Seinfeld's" theory of "shrinkage" is no lie,...

Surf wear trends have come and gone since the 1960s, when the Beach Boys and Jan and Dean glamorized riding the waves and brought it to the forefront of teen and young adult culture. The...

Bermuda shorts are cool shorts to wear in the summer, or year-round. They can be brightly colored, wildly patterned and often quite loud, or can be plain. Bermuda shorts are shorts of a certain...

Board shorts are a type of swimwear commonly used by surfers and others engaging in aquatic board sports. "Boardies," as they are sometimes referred to by the surfing community, are lightweight...

You can make a real fashion statement with swimming shorts for men. It’s important to find swimming shorts that are comfortable and affordable. You can select from faux designer men’s swimming...

During the 1800s and before, men jumped into the water either in their underwear (frequently a one piece top and bottom) or in their birthday suit. Men usually participated in leisure bathing away...

Speedos are tiny swim trunks for men. They do not have an underwear type liner or baggy appearance. If you have never worn a Speedo, there are some definite steps you must take to be able to wear...

When compared to the constant evolution of women's swimsuits, men's swimsuits have had a relatively simple history without many major design changes. Typically, men's swimsuits resemble a pair of...

Choosing the right pair of swim trunks is very important. If you are not comfortable in your swimwear, you won't be able to have fun on the beach or at the pool. There are a wide variety of...

Knot tying is an ancient art and the monkey paw knot is fun to learn. You can learn to tie a monkey knot today. The monkey paw knot, also called a monkey's fist knot is used by climbers to...

All swim trunks are not created equal and are usually not returnable once you take them home from the store. For this reason, it is imperative you take time to try them on and make sure they fit...

The rise of "metrosexuality" has inspired more freedom in male fashion choices. Men can now feel just as manly in their thongs as in their old-school boxers. Some men may be in the dark about the...

Buying sexy men's swimsuits depends entirely upon your definition of sexy. Some people interpret sexy as board shorts and others as a tight Speedo. It doesn't really matter as long as the swimsuit...

Finding a swimming suit that fits properly can be a challenge for anyone. Because there's more information and resources out there for women, it can be frustrating for men, particularly if you...

Most men don't think too much about heir swim trunks. Which is why there are too many on the beach that wear the wrong type for their body shape. To accentuate and make the best of your body type,...