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How to choose the right men’s swimwear: trend perspectives and recommended brands for 2024!

How to choose the right men's swimwear: trend perspectives and recommended brands for 2024!

Men’s swimwear trends are changing a little bit with the times, although the fluctuations are less drastic than those of women’s swimwear. We introduce trends, tips on how to choose, and recommended brands of swimwear!

Men's Swimwear Trends for 2024

Compared to women, it is not uncommon for men to buy a new one every year, but men tend to be less interested in swimwear, and many of them may continue to use the one they bought several years ago. Indeed, swimsuits are basically seasonal items that are only worn in the summer (indoor pools and saunas aside), and the waves of fashion are not that big for men. Moreover, the opportunity to go to the beach or pool does not necessarily come along every year, so it is easy to get distracted. However, when the time comes to go to the beach or pool, you don’t want to bring outfits that are out of fashion, only to find that “it’s already too late” and “I haven’t worn it in a while and it looks kind of lame…” When you actually wear it there, you don’t want to be in a situation where it’s “too late. So, let’s take a look at what kind of swimsuits you should buy now and what you should pay attention to.

Swimsuit Men's Trends ①

The first thing to look at is the length of the swimsuit. The trend in men’s swimwear over the past few years has been to go for a slightly shorter length, leaving 10cm or so above the knee, and the current trend is to go for “not too long and not too short. If it is too short, it will look like the trend of about 10 years ago. Of course, it depends on your taste, and there are many brands that still offer long or short swimsuits, but they may all look old-fashioned now, so it is recommended to choose above-the-knee-length swimsuits like the ones shown above.

Swimwear Men's Trend 2Mainstream amphibious pants with material and design that can be used as street wear

Many of today’s swimsuits are proposed as amphibious. Instead of the shaky material characteristic of swimsuits or flashy “swimsuit” designs, many brands are offering shorts that can be worn as street shorts in terms of material and design. The advantage of such swimsuits is that they can be worn as swimsuits when going to a riverside or ocean BBQ where there is a possibility of getting wet, or when going to the pool or ocean. Even if you don’t plan to use it as a swimsuit, it will work well as one-mile wear when you go out in the neighborhood.

Editor Izumi
When I was in middle and high school (around 2005-2010), I remember there were so many people wearing flashy swimsuits with tropical or tribal patterns such as hibiscus motifs. Many of them were made of quick-drying fabrics that drained well, and it was unthinkable to go outside in a bathing suit. The swimsuits I have now are a dark khaki botanical pattern and a navy solid color. Both are designed to be worn with a T-shirt as street wear, and the material is nylon with a cotton-like texture. They are also useful as regular shorts in the summer.

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Swimwear Men's Trend ③

Calvin Klein underwear has been all the rage recently, especially among women, and the style of daring to show the elastic waistband with the brand logo is attracting attention among women. On a similar topic, miu miu’s 24SS collection showcased a look with surf pants (swimwear) layered over it. As shown in the image below, a men’s look was also created, and the layered look with the inner logo flashing is impressive. This kind of layered swimwear may become a popular trend for men’s wear in the future as well, so you may want to consider adopting it.

Editor Izumi
Surf pants were a key look in miu miu’s 24SS collection presented at Paris Fashion Week last year. The collection featured a layered style of men’s trunks, which could be used as a stand-alone item, or as part of a layered swimwear collection. The layered style, in which innerwear is peeked out from the waist like “show-off pants,” may be a hint for advanced swimwear style. Matching a bikini type swimsuit and showing a glimpse of the swimsuit may also attract attention in the future.

Basic Points for Choosing Men’s Swimwear

While it is important to talk about length and design, there are also some basic points to pay attention to when choosing a swimsuit. The main ones are the functionality of the parts and other parts that come with it and the functionality of the material. The former include pockets with zippers or Velcro that make it difficult to lose small items such as coins or keys, and leash cords inside the pockets. The latter includes the use of quick-drying materials and stretchability to minimize stress when wet and sticking to the skin. Also, it is best if the waist is elastic for easy wearing and can be secured with a drawcord. This is also a point to keep an eye on, as swimsuits tend to shift underwater due to the flow of water and body movements. The functionality of these features will make a significant difference in comfort during water activities, so we recommend that you examine the design and various other features before selecting a swimsuit.

Finding Men’s Swimwear

Next, we will introduce some recommended men’s swimsuits!

Recommended Men's Swimwear ①VOLCOM Boardshorts

From Volcom, a surf brand that has established an unshakable reputation, we picked up camouflage pattern swimsuits with a mature atmosphere. The pattern is in subdued colors that can be worn stylishly as street wear. 4-way stretch material allows for stress-free movement in the water and on land.

Find VOLCOM swimwear.

Recommended Men's Swimwear (2)QUIKSILVER Amphibious Shorts

This swimsuit is a Murasaki Sports exclusive from Quiksilver. With a simple design featuring a wine-point logo on the left hem, it is an easy-to-use piece of clothing that can be worn on land as well, such as with a T-shirt and sandals to create an active outdoor style. The fabric is treated with a moisture-absorbing, moisture-dissipating back point contact finish that prevents it from clinging to the skin when wet with sweat or water, making it an amphibious swimsuit that remains comfortable to wear.

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Recommended Men's Swimwear (3)MARANT Hydra Swim Shorts

Marant swim shorts with a floral pattern like sunflowers on a black background. The tie-dye style design of the pattern gives the swim shorts a somewhat mysterious moody look. The swim shorts themselves have an adjustable elastic waistband with a drawcord, allowing the wearer to fit the swim shorts to their own waist.

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Recommended Men's Swimwear (4)JIL SANDER Logo Print Swim Shorts

If you are not a fan of flashy swimsuits and want a simple but cool design, we recommend these Jil Sander swim shorts. These are simple black with the brand’s logo on the hem, and you won’t be embarrassed to wear them wherever you go. They come with zippered pockets, an elastic waistband and internal drawstring, and other basic features that make them easy to use.

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