Best Men's Swim Trunks and Briefs for Summer: 15 Stylish Picks We Love
Finding a swimsuit that actually looks good, feels comfortable, and works for more than one afternoon at the pool can be surprisingly difficult. Some days call for a classic pair of trunks, while others call for something a little shorter, bolder, or more fitted.
We rounded up 15 men’s swimsuits in a mix of lengths, colors, prints, and silhouettes, and a few we own and love ourselves. There are compression-lined trunks for active beach days, timeless board shorts, retro-inspired designs, and a few swim briefs for anyone ready to show a little more leg this summer.
1. Purple Quick-Dry Swim Trunks
These purple swim trunks are a great middle ground between simple and colorful. They have a clean, classic silhouette with a mesh lining and zippered pockets, making them an easy choice for swimming, vacation days, or throwing on with a T-shirt after the pool.
2. Pink Five-Inch Compression-Lined Swim Trunks
The soft pink color gives these trunks a fun summer look without feeling overly loud. The five-inch inseam keeps the cut modern, while the contrasting compression liner provides a little extra coverage underneath.
3. J.Crew Hawaiian Floral Swim Trunks
A colorful floral print belongs somewhere in every summer wardrobe. This J.Crew pair has a six-inch inseam and a bright Hawaiian-inspired pattern that would look especially good on vacation or paired with a simple white linen shirt.
4. Casey Kevin Navy Swim Brief
For anyone who prefers a classic swim brief, this navy pair keeps things simple and streamlined. The deeper color makes it easy to wear, while the fitted silhouette offers a bolder alternative to traditional swim trunks.
5. Army Green Seven-Inch Swim Trunks
These army green trunks have a versatile seven-inch length and a built-in compression liner. The muted color works with practically anything, making them a dependable option for the pool, beach, boating, or an active day near the water.
6. Seersucker Compression-Lined Swim Trunks
The subtle seersucker texture gives these swim trunks a more polished look than a standard solid pair. They have a seven-inch inseam, zippered pockets, and a built-in compression liner for a combination of style and practicality.
7. Deep Green Compression-Lined Swim Trunks
This rich green color feels a little more elevated while still being easy to style. The seven-inch design includes a breathable compression liner and zippered pockets, making these a strong all-around option for swimming, running, or spending the day outdoors.
8. AIMPACT Retro Gray Swim Brief
The vintage-inspired cut gives this gray swim brief a distinctly retro feel. It is understated enough for someone experimenting with a shorter swimsuit while still having a more interesting shape than a basic modern brief.
9. COOFANDY Navy Compression-Lined Swim Trunks
These navy trunks are the kind of dependable swimsuit that can stay in rotation all summer. The contrasting compression liner adds visual interest, while the darker outer layer keeps the overall look classic and wearable.
10. Tan Seven-Inch Board Shorts
The neutral tan color gives these board shorts a clean, minimal look that can easily double as casual summer shorts. They are unlined, making them a good choice for anyone who prefers wearing their own compression shorts or swim briefs underneath.
11. COOFANDY Blue Leaf-Print Swim Trunks
A blue leaf print adds personality without venturing too far into tropical-shirt territory. These trunks would look great at the beach, around a resort, or paired with a solid tank or button-down for an easy vacation outfit.
12. COOFANDY Black Square-Leg Swim Brief
The square-leg silhouette offers more coverage than a traditional swim brief while staying much more fitted than regular trunks. The solid black color keeps it sleek, athletic, and easy to wear.
13. Taddlee Sky Blue Swim Brief
This sky blue swim brief is bright, fitted, and made for someone who does not mind standing out a little. The clean solid color lets the silhouette do most of the talking without relying on a busy print.
14. Nautica Red Anchor-Print Swim Trunks
The red color and classic anchor print give this Nautica pair a playful nautical look. They feel especially fitting for lake weekends, boating trips, cruises, or any summer day that calls for something cheerful and traditional.
15. Maamgic Vintage Five-and-a-Half-Inch Swim Trunks
These mint green trunks pull inspiration from the shorter swim styles of the 1980s and ’90s, and are the ones I wore on our trip to Cancun. The five-and-a-half-inch length, striped detailing, and compression liner make them a fun retro option without looking like a costume.
Whether you prefer longer board shorts, a fitted compression liner, a colorful print, or a true swim brief, the best swimsuit is the one you feel confident wearing. These picks cover everything from understated navy and black to brighter pinks, florals, and retro-inspired colors—so there is something here for nearly every kind of summer day.
Save your favorites now, and let us know which style you would actually wear: classic trunks, shorter trunks, square-leg shorts, or a full swim brief?