Trunk Show

Let's face it: In the battle of the sexes, guys have a distinct advantage when it comes to swimsuit shopping. Unsightly bulges are easily disguised beneath adjustable waistbands, and a cool pair of board shorts are way more likely to inspire a boost of confidence than say, a skimpy 2-piece that's probably creeping up the bum. Despite the venerable sea of possibilities, though, we've seen way too many bad flower shows and mad plaids to let you go it alone. To steer you right, we've fished out our top trunks for navigating oceans and pools, not to mention, lazy lounging, with major waves of style. Read on for the short and long of it—with nary a speedo in sight.

Rogues Gallery Seersucker Shorts, $110, available at Rogues Gallery and at Gargyle.
Madras by A.P.C. Bermuda Shorts, $80, available at A.P.C..
Vilebrequin Moorea Carreaux Swim Trunks, $141, available at Men A La Mode.

Modern Amusement Florific Boardie Shorts, $88, available at Tobi.
Opening Ceremony Tri-Color Swim Trunks, $220, available at Bblessing.
Paul Frank Vardemann Boardshort, $63, available at Blackbird.

Man of Moods Blue Floral Board Shorts, $310, available at Bblessing.
Maui & Sons Vintage Bright Print Swim Trunks, $73, available at Oak.
Ever Board Shorts, $150, available at Steven Alan.

Insight Kill Retro Mid Board Shorts, $60, available at Blackbird.
Fred Perry Island Green Swim Shorts, $58, available at Gargyle.
Insight Rising Sun Board Shorts, $58, available at Blackbird.

Cruising summer in our top 12 swimsuits for dudes.