Board Shorts

We stock men's board shorts in classic and mid-lengths, plains and prints, with both elastic-waist and lace-up styles. They're built for the beach, boat, river and pool, with quick-drying fabric and practical features like a back pocket and drawcord waist.

Board shorts are typically longer (often to the knee), made from tough quick-drying fabric and built for surf and active water use, usually without a mesh liner. Regular swim shorts (or "swim trunks") are shorter, lighter and usually have a built-in mesh liner. Board shorts double as casual shorts more easily thanks to their length and durability.

Yes – that's one of their best features. Board shorts dry fast after a swim and look just as good worn casually with a tee or singlet around town, at a BBQ or by the river. They're a true summer all-rounder.

Board short length is usually measured by inseam – shorter lengths (around 17–18") sit above the knee, while longer lengths (20"+) sit at or below the knee. Choose based on your height and preference, and check the waist sizing on the product page. Most have a drawcord for fine-tuning the fit.

Quick-drying synthetics dry fastest – polyester and recycled-polyester microfibre, often with a little elastane for stretch. These shed water and dry in minutes, which is exactly what you want for moving between the water and dry land.

Definitely. Their length, durable fabric and relaxed fit make board shorts an easy casual short for hot days – pair them with a tee or singlet and thongs for an effortless summer look.