Packing is simple when it comes to summer, with your holiday wardrobe comprising of not much more than a selection of swim shorts and some shirts and tops to pair with them. Since this is the case why not invest in some new styles for the upcoming sunshine, our guide will help you choose between the short and skimpy or long and loose.
Short and Tight
Think 007 and take style tips from Daniel Craig’s Casino Royale tight baby-blue GrigioPerla trunks. These trunks are tight and have a deep cut so require confidence when worn, though with less fabric flapping about, they are practical for swimming.
Bold and Bright
Orlebar Brown has become the key label to go to for this look. Its block colours and graphic prints, with distinctive side fasteners and shorter lengths, have been hugely influential. Together with Vilbrequin, who offer among other things, bold patterns and animal prints.
Super Short
Think of Jude Law as Dickie Greenleaf, in The Talented Mr Ripley as you get your legs out in these super short numbers. They are ideal for those of you with shorter legs as they will give the illusion of longer pins.
Board Shorts
Board shorts are a perennial beach classic, and are often favoured by an older crowd. They are also seen in a sportier context, either in bold red as a nod to Baywatch or fun prints for surfing. The flat-front drawstring tie will also flatter your torso.
