Only good things happen in swim shorts, right? Think about it. You're lounging by a pool, floating in the ocean, soaking in a hot tub or hanging out on a boat. These are times when you want to feel like your best self. And that kind of confidence comes from looking your best. Which means you shouldn't settle for just any old pair of trunks. That's why we'll be so bold as to deem a quality pair of swim shorts as a staple of any well-styled man.

Especially in 2023, when a good looking pair of nylon shorts doesn't even require water to be present. These are the same shorts we'll happily pull on with a camp collar shirt, knit polo or even denim work shirt (sleeves rolled, of course) for a buddy's backyard hang. When it comes to what pair is right for you though, well then you've got some thinking to do. Because there are the classic short trunks, the longer, leaner board shorts and the rugged, all-terrain styles—each with their own attributes and strengths. And hey, maybe you'll want one of each, since these are the only three styles you need to concern yourself with, as far as we're concerned.