Polo Ralph Lauren
Exotic-Print Green Swim Trunk
CA$49.95CA$130.00-62%
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Men's swim trunks from Polo Ralph Lauren, cut in a mid-length straight-leg silhouette with an allover white tropical floral print on a bright green base. They are made from a quick-dry woven fabric with a peach-skin feel and feature a built-in mesh lining for support. The elasticized waistband adjusts with a drawcord, and the trunks include slit side pockets and a patch back pocket, with a 5.25-inch (13.5 cm) inseam.
- Color
- Green
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, resort
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Patterned Green
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGE
Specifications
Quick-dry swim trunks with exotic print, built-in mesh lining, and adjustable drawstring waist.
Quick-dry weave with peach skin feel, drawcord-adjustable elastic waist, slit pockets, patch back pocket, built-in mesh lining
- Color
- Green · green
- Material
- Main material: 100% recycled polyester; Lining: 100% recycled polyester
- Style
- casual, resort
- Occasion
- beach-day, vacation
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- Quick-dry weave
- Peach skin feel
- Built-in mesh lining
- Drawcord-adjustable elastic waist
- Slit pockets
- Patch back pocket
- 5.25-inch inseam
Product Insights
Polo Ralph Lauren's Exotic-Print Green Swim Trunk offers a modern, sustainable resort style with a true-to-size fit, 5.25-in inseam above mid-thigh, and an integrated mesh liner that eliminates underwear, provides moderate support, and drains water instantly. The peach skin finish delivers a soft, brushed texture, while recycled polyester matches virgin performance in feel, durability, and chlorine/saltwater resistance, with 32% lower emissions. The main tradeoff: the brushed finish slightly slows wicking, but the fabric still dries quickly.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- True-to-size fit; drawcord adjusts for a secure waist.
- Inseam
- 5.25-in inseam lands above mid-thigh for a modern fit that moves freely.
- Built-in liner
- Integrated mesh liner eliminates need for underwear and provides moderate support.
- Wet fit
- Trunks stay light and don't sag when wet, preserving fit.
- Fabric feel
- Peach skin finish gives a soft, brushed texture against skin.
- Peach skin feel
- Peach skin feel is soft, velvety, more plush than standard microfiber.
- Drying speed
- Brushed finish slightly slows wicking; fabric still dries quickly.
- Material performance
- Recycled polyester matches virgin polyester's performance and resists chlorine and saltwater.
- Water drainage
- Built-in mesh liner drains water instantly.
- Support
- Mesh liner provides support without tight compression.
- No underwear needed
- Integrated liner eliminates need for separate underwear.
- Resort styling
- Bold print trunks pair with solid linen shirts and loafers for dressed-up occasions.
- Integrated mesh liner
- Built-in mesh liner retains shape, hides underwear lines, and drains water quickly.
- Emissions savings
- 32% lower emissions, 59% less energy than virgin polyester.
- Feel and durability
- Identical feel and durability to virgin polyester, per wear trial and resistance tests.
Product record
- Title
- Exotic-Print Green Swim Trunk
- Brand
- Polo Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 130 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Mesh lining comfort and practical details
- The open polyester weave of the mesh liner allows water to drain through instantly, so the trunks never acquire the heavy, sodden feel that plagues cotton-lined shorts — they stay light and dry quickly, which is the core of their all-day comfort proposition.
- The mesh lining provides enough hold to keep everything securely in place during movement, yet its open, non-compressive structure avoids the restrictive squeeze of modern compression liners — a balanced middle ground that suits both lap swimming and lounging.
- Because the mesh brief is integrated into the trunk, you avoid the need to wear a second pair of underwear, which removes the risk of bunching, shifting, or visible lines — a detail that translates directly to a cleaner silhouette and less fuss when moving between water and boardwalk.
Styling and fit of a 5.25-inch swim trunk
- The shorter leg cuts down on the excess fabric that can bunch and weigh you down when wet, so these trunks deliver noticeably more freedom for swimming and beach sports than the longer 7-inch or 9-inch board shorts that still dominate many resort shops.
- The exotic print and 5.25-inch cut let these trunks function as tailored shorts for off-beach occasions — fashion editors suggest pairing a printed short-inseam trunk with a crisp linen shirt or rolled-sleeve cotton button-down and loafers for a dinner-appropriate look that leans into the swim-trunks-as-shorts trend.
- With a 5.25-inch inseam, these trunks align with the industry shift toward shorter, more tailored swimwear that style guides identify as the new default — hitting above mid-thigh to create a balanced, leg-lengthening silhouette that's still long enough to wear to lunch or run errands without looking like you forgot to change.
How peach skin finish affects water performance
- Underneath the brushed finish, the recycled polyester fibers maintain a moisture regain below 1%, meaning they naturally repel water: beads roll off the surface rather than soaking in, which is what prevents the trunks from becoming heavy and sagging when wet—a distinct advantage over nylon’s higher absorbency.
- The trunks use a 100% polyester microfiber fabric with a micro-brushed peach skin finish, a category widely adopted in board shorts because the dense weave forces moisture to evaporate rapidly while the brushed surface delivers a soft, non-plasticky hand unlike unbrushed quick-dry synthetics.
- The brushing step that creates the signature softness slightly slows moisture wicking compared to a smooth quick-dry weave—the fuzzy nap can hold water momentarily—but the 100% polyester shell still sheds moisture and dries in minutes rather than the half-hour or longer typical of cotton or nylon swimwear, an imperceptible delay in casual use.
Recycled polyester in swim trunks: performance and eco-impact
- Industry data shows that recycled polyester production reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 32% and uses 59% less energy compared to virgin polyester, so choosing these trunks cuts the resource footprint of your swimwear without altering performance.
- A two-month wear trial with 244 participants found no significant preference between virgin and recycled polyester sportswear, and testers couldn't perceive a difference in feel or performance — the recycled fabric in these trunks should be indistinguishable from conventional polyester in real-world use.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a pair of men's swim trunks with a bright green background and a white tropical floral all-over print, elastic waistband with visible white drawstring, side pockets, and a straight hem ending mid-thigh.
- SilhouetteMid-rise swim trunks with a straight leg that ends around mid-thigh on the model; waistband sits at the natural waist.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.53 · w 0.64 · h 0.39 (high) - Waistband and closureElastic gathered waistband in the same green fabric with a centered white drawstring tied in a loose bow at the front.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.52 · w 0.32 · h 0.08 (high) - PocketInset side pocket on the right side (model left) with the model's hand partially inserted, pocket opening aligned with the side seam.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.59 · w 0.16 · h 0.20 (high) - Material appearanceSmooth, slightly matte woven fabric appearance consistent with swim short material; fabric shows minimal surface texture and small folds at seams.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.57 · w 0.52 · h 0.30 (high) - Print patternAll-over white tropical floral and large leaf motif printed on a green background; motifs are large, overlapping, and cover the entire visible trunk area.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.54 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high) - HemStraight single-fold hem at leg openings with visible stitching line around the circumference.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.84 · w 0.50 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a shirtless male model wearing the trunks against a seamless light grey to white background; even soft lighting with minimal shadows, centered framing, and the model posed with one hand in a pocket.
- Model and poseShirtless male model facing slightly toward the camera with left hand in the trunk pocket and right arm relaxed by his side.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.03 · w 0.76 · h 0.94 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light grey to white seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and faint shadowing to the model's left side.
- Image crop and compositionFull torso and upper legs visible; image is vertically oriented and centered on the model so the trunks occupy the lower-central area of the frame.
Colors
bright green· main fabric#02B483white· floral printwhite· drawstring- SilhouetteMid-rise swim trunks with a straight leg that ends around mid-thigh on the model; waistband sits at the natural waist.
- 02
Product
Green swim trunks with an allover white tropical floral print, elastic waistband with white drawstring and metal aglets, side seam pockets, visible hem and stitch lines.
- Overall silhouetteMid-length swim trunks shown on a model, front and right side visible, relaxed straight leg with a stitched hem.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.84 · h 0.62 (high) - WaistbandElasticated waistband in the same green fabric with visible horizontal elastic stitching across top; top edge sits at model waist.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.04 · w 0.88 · h 0.16 (high) - DrawstringRound white drawstring tied in a loose bow at front left of center, each tip finished with small metallic aglets.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Side pocketRight side seam pocket opening visible with hand partially inserted; pocket opening finished with topstitching.
1 region
x 0.65 · y 0.22 · w 0.30 · h 0.44 (high) - Print patternHigh-contrast white tropical floral and leaf motifs printed on a saturated green background; motifs include hibiscus-style flowers and palm-like leaves.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.24 · w 0.72 · h 0.58 (high) - Stitching and hemVisible single-needle topstitching along pocket opening and double-stitched hem at leg edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.70 · w 0.86 · h 0.20 (high) - Model skin and tattoos overlapping productModel's right hand and part of right thigh with tattoos overlap and occlude the right side of the trunks.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.42 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from lower torso to mid-thigh against a plain light background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCropped studio frame focusing on the front and right side of the trunks from just below the navel to mid-thigh.
- BackgroundEven light gray to white seamless studio background with no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting from front-left producing gentle shadows along inner leg and under the waistband.
- Model detailsMale model's torso and thighs partially visible; tattoos on left torso area and right thigh visible and not part of product.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.68 · w 0.40 · h 0.26 (high)
Colors
bright green· main fabric#039B6Cwhite· printed motifoff-white· drawstringmetallic silver· drawstring aglets#ABBEBE- Overall silhouetteMid-length swim trunks shown on a model, front and right side visible, relaxed straight leg with a stitched hem.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a pair of mid-length swim trunks with an elastic waistband, tropical white floral print on a bright green ground, right rear flap pocket with stitched rectangular label, and side pockets; worn by a model shown from the back.
- Overall shapeMid-length swim trunks with a straight hem that falls above the knee and a relaxed, slightly loose fit on the model.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.39 (high) - WaistbandElastic gathered waistband with visible shirring across the entire waist circumference.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (high) - Print patternAllover tropical floral pattern composed of large white hibiscus-style flowers and elongated palm or banana leaves printed on a green background.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.62 · w 0.64 · h 0.34 (high) - Right rear pocketRight rear flap pocket with a single visible snap or button closure; pocket flap sits horizontally near the waistband.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Pocket label patchSmall rectangular stitched label sewn onto the right rear pocket flap; detail of printed or embroidered characters is not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.70 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (medium) - Side pocketsSide seam pockets visible by the model placing his hands inside them, creating slight openings along the side seams.
2 regions
x 0.68 · y 0.68 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.68 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio photograph showing a shirtless male model from the rear against a light neutral background; even soft lighting with minimal shadowing; visible tattoos on the model's back, neck and arms.
- Viewing angleRear three-quarter view of the model turned slightly to his right, showing the back of the trunks and the model's bare back and arms.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven, light neutral background with no visible props or packaging elements.
- Model tattoosMultiple black ink tattoos visible on the model including neck, upper back, and both arms.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.03 · w 0.32 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.38 · w 0.26 · h 0.34 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft studio lighting from the front/left creating gentle, diffuse shadows along the model's back and under the waistband; no harsh highlights.
Colors
bright green· main fabric#02A36Cwhite· print- Overall shapeMid-length swim trunks with a straight hem that falls above the knee and a relaxed, slightly loose fit on the model.
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- How does the waist sizing compare to other Polo Ralph Lauren swim trunks? Is it true to size or should I size up?
- We don't have specific sizing comparisons for this model, but the elastic waistband and drawcord allow for a customizable fit. Polo Ralph Lauren swim trunks generally fit true to size, so you can likely order your usual size. If between sizes, consider sizing up for a looser fit.
- Is the exotic print pattern the same on both sides of the fabric or is it printed on one side only?
- The exotic print is applied to the outer face of the fabric. The built-in mesh lining is solid and does not feature the print. This is standard for patterned swim trunks.
- How well does the recycled polyester hold up to chlorine and saltwater exposure?
- Recycled polyester is highly resistant to chlorine and saltwater, making it durable for regular pool and ocean use. The quick-dry weave also helps prevent damage from prolonged moisture. Rinsing with fresh water after exposure will help maintain the fabric's integrity.
- Can you describe the 'peach skin feel' texture? Is it soft and brushed or more like a microfiber?
- The peach skin feel is a soft, slightly brushed texture that feels smooth yet subtly velvety to the touch, similar to the skin of a peach. It is softer and more plush than standard microfiber.