When you want to spend your vacation at the beach or the pool, the choice of swimsuit is decisive to feel comfortable and highlighted throughout the summer. Every year, new models appear; so many opportunities to transform your summer style. Choosing your swimsuit can then become a real headache. So, how to choose a swimsuit for men? What are the different possible options? How to take care of your swimsuit to keep it from one summer to the next? Answers!
Choosing a men's swimsuit: the cut
When choosing a swimsuit, there are many possibilities. First, we will focus on the cut. There are four main categories of men's swimsuits: boardshorts, swim shorts, swim boxers and swim briefs .
Boardshorts are long shorts that can reach the knees. They are generally used by surfing enthusiasts. Wide and comfortable, they are for those who do not want to reveal too much of their legs. Boardshorts give a rather sporty look and have the particularity of closing with a drawstring and a Velcro fastener. Some people prefer to wear underwear with their boardshorts so as not to wear them directly on their skin.
Swim shorts are undoubtedly the most versatile piece of swimwear for men.
Sufficiently loose, it allows you to be comfortable and not to hinder movements. It will be found in different lengths revealing more or less the thigh and going up to the top of the knee. It has an elastic which makes it very easy to put on or a cord to use as a belt. At Hast, you know, it is the one we favor, because it seems to us to be the most in line with the expectations of the contemporary man as we imagine him. We have therefore developed a model in seersucker , a material that is both resistant and airy which has the characteristic of drying very quickly.
The swim boxer is presented as a classic boxer, i.e. close to the body, with the difference that it will be made of a material suitable for swimming. Tight, it is also very easy to wear and will also be required in certain bathing establishments unlike shorts and boardshorts which are not always accepted. Having a swim boxer can therefore be relevant in all cases in order to ensure that you can choose a men's swimsuit that can be worn in all circumstances.
The swim brief is also presented as a classic brief with the difference that it will be suitable for swimming. If it was somewhat shunned for a few years, it is now back in fashion. Tight and not very covering, it will be more suitable for those who prefer to swim with the least possible fabric and avoid tan lines on the thighs. Choosing the right size for this type of swimsuit is essential to wear it well, believe our advice!
Colors and patterns
Choosing a men's swimsuit also means opting for colors and patterns according to your desires.
The summer period is therefore conducive to more daring choices with light colors and classic or more original patterns.
Stripes, flowers or even more abstract patterns can be considered without problems for a little fantasy in your wardrobe. As for colors, you can always opt for a sober and plain black or navy blue model, or choose brighter colors that will highlight a well-worn tan.
When you want to choose a men's swimsuit, you will quickly realize that while the number of different cuts is limited, the possibilities in terms of style are much greater.
Taking care of your swimsuit
Beyond choosing your swimsuit well, you also need to be able to take care of it. Indeed, a swimsuit can be worn from one summer to the next provided that you clean it properly between swims. Chlorine, but also salt and sun tend to damage fabrics, so you should rinse them with clean water between swims so that they do not deteriorate prematurely. As for drying, avoid spinning and hang your swimsuit out to air (its fabric is designed for quick drying). Finally, when it is necessary to machine wash, it is preferable to opt for washing in lukewarm water without spinning or tumble drying, always air drying.