19” boardshorts, £56.99, oneill.comThese are longer and looser and are generally better for younger men.Tailored swim shorts, £195, orlebarbrown.comThese usually reach the mid-thigh but are not too tight.
Tailored, waist-fastening styles are a good option.Speedos, £24.80, speedo.comFor Germans and the very brave. Best left to the youngsters.Elasticated waist shorts, £125, reiss.comAvoid long shorts and choose a 5 to 6in in-seam to create the illusion of a long leg.Wave print shorts, £45, boden.co.ukOpt for trunks or shorts that reach the knee.
Avoid vertical stripes, which will make you look taller.Recycled polyester trunks, £120, lovebrand.comAvoid Speedos, short briefs and vertical stripes.
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