It's easy to pull up your swimming trunks over your legs, but you have to think about style and function as well.There are several practical tips for choosing and wearing trunks to the pool, the beach, or as casual shorts in this article.So read on before buying your next pair of swimming trunks, as it tackles the contentious underwear or no-underwear debate.
Step 1: There are not currently long swimming trunks in fashion.
If you want to hang out at the beach or swim in the pool, you should use trunks that don't extend to your knee.Save those board shorts for when you really need them, because they offer more protection while you are surfing, jet skiing, or engaging in other water activities.You might think that longer shorts will make you taller, but they don't.Long shorts look best on long legs.
Step 2: Short trunks have fans but are not a major fashion trend.
It is good for swimming to have trunks that rest at mid-thigh or above.They offer less sun protection on the beach, limited rash protection if you are surfing to jet-skiing, and fewer shirt-pairing options as casual wear.Short swimming trunks are out of fashion with the times.The function of different lengths of swimming trunks is more important than that kind of thing.
Step 3: The mid-thigh trunk is both fashionable and functional.
Not too long and not too short,trunks that sit about 2 in (5.1 cm) above the top of the knee are your "Goldilocks" swimwear!They look nice as casual wear and work for any type of water activity.If you are worried about any tan lines peeking out below your shorts, choose trunks that are just a tad shorter.
Step 4: The trunks are styled like casual shorts.
Your trunks do not need to be baggy or billowy, and they don't have to look sealed to your body.Instead, your swimming trunks should fit you like a great pair of shorts, and include shorts-like features such as pockets and a stylish waistband.Don't assume your swimming trunks will fit perfectly.Give them a good look and take the time to try them on.If you want to try them on, make sure to wear underwear.
Step 5: You can use stylish mid-length trunks with almost any shirt you want.
You can choose between a polo or button-down shirt or a graphic tee.When you are away from the water, the trunks will look great with your favorite shirt styles.It used to be a fashion faux pas to wear swimwear away from the pool or beach, but trunks have come a long way in terms of style and fit.Feel free to do it!
Step 6: It looks good on trunks.
The options are endless.Tropical colors?Yes.A navy blue?Yes.Do you mean navy blue with pink striping on the sides?If you look good and feel good, then they are the right trunks to wear.Why not brown?It is a difficult color to pull off well.You can rock brown trunks with style if you are one of the exceptions.
Step 7: Think of a hot day at the beach or pool.
Black trunks may make a sensitive area of your body feel like it is in an oven.Light colors reflect solar radiation and keep you cooler.On sunny days, consider going for trunks that are yellow, light blue, pale green, grey, or both.Dark trunks are great for cloudy days at the beach or hot summer nights in the pool.
Step 8: If possible, stretch the trunks before you wear them.
Lighter colored trunks can get too revealing when wet.This can be a problem with mid-range colors as well.If you pull the fabric taut and hold them up to a light, you won't have to worry about see-through issues when they get wet.When buying new trunks, splashing water on them isn't practical.If you want to test a pair of trunks you already own, wet them down and press your hand against the inside.You will be able to see skin when you wear the trunks.
Step 9: There are some good reasons to go undies-free.
Swimming trunks are made to be worn without underwear.Swimming trunk fabrics dry much more slowly than underwear fabrics, and they don't hold up well to pool water or salty ocean water.You will be more comfortable without wearing underwear.If you wear your trunks as casual shorts and don't plan to get them wet, then you can wear underwear.If you choose to wear underwear under your trunks at the beach or pool, choose undies that won't peek out above the waistband or below the leg of the trunks.
Step 10: There are alternatives to traditional undies if the mesh lining is causing problems.
The mesh lining in your trunks may not give you the support you need or may cause some very uncomfortable chafing on sensitive skin.Try wearing athletic compression shorts as a liner, they are more sleek and dry quicker than traditional underwear fabrics.The Speedo swimsuit is the best-known brand and is favored by competitive swimmers.No one will be aware if you slip them on under your trunks.The classic mesh material is no longer used in some trunks.If it's a problem for you, give these a try.