Simons
Nautical Stripe Swim Short
5/5 (2)
CA$59.00CAD
In Stock
Men's mid-thigh swim shorts featuring a nautical navy and white stripe pattern, made from lightweight recycled polyester blend fabric. Includes a built-in mesh lining, drawcord-adjustable elastic waistband, slit side pockets, and a rear patch pocket with rivet details. With a 5-inch (13 cm) inseam, these shorts are designed for swimming and beach activities.
- Material
- Recycled polyester blend
- Gender
- male
- Style
- nautical, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Navy/Midnight Blue
Size
X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Lightweight recycled polyester swim shorts with nautical stripe pattern, built-in mesh lining, and drawcord waist.
Lightweight recycled polyester blend, built-in mesh lining, drawcord-adjustable elastic waist, side slit pockets, 5-inch inseam.
- Material
- Recycled polyester blend
- Style
- nautical, casual
- Occasion
- beach-day, vacation
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- lightweight recycled polyester blend fabric
- built-in mesh lining
- drawcord-adjustable elastic waist
- slit pockets on sides
- 5-inch inseam
Product Insights
The Simons Nautical Stripe Swim Short ($59) delivers a fashion-forward, European-inspired 5-inch inseam that lands at mid-thigh, elongating legs on shorter builds and enabling free movement. It undercuts similar trunks priced $75–$148 while matching their look, and each pair repurposes about 12 plastic bottles, reducing CO₂ emissions 30–60% versus virgin polyester. The recycled polyester resists chlorine, saltwater, and shrinking (cold wash, hang dry), and the built-in mesh liner stays supportive when wet. It runs true to standard men's sizing (size up if between), offering a modern, sustainable alternative that outperforms on price and environmental impact without sacrificing style or durability.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Hem lands at mid-thigh and visually extends legs on shorter builds.
- Performance
- Enables free leg movement, fast drying, and reduces harsh tan lines.
- Style
- The 5-inch inseam reflects the current European-influenced, fashion-forward trend.
- Value
- Priced at $59 CAD, undercuts similarly styled 5-inch trunks that cost $75–$148.
- Environmental impact
- Each pair repurposes about 12 plastic bottles, cutting CO₂ emissions 30–60% vs. virgin.
- Sizing accuracy
- Runs true to standard men's sizing; size up if between.
- Inseam
- 5-inch inseam lands at mid-thigh, enabling mobility and a modern fit.
- Mesh lining
- Built-in mesh lining stays in place and is supportive when wet.
- Shrink resistance
- Recycled polyester resists shrinking; cold wash and hang dry.
- Mesh liner
- Stays in place when wet and resists bunching
- Durability
- Recycled polyester naturally resists chlorine and saltwater.
- Shrinkage and care
- Cold wash and hang dry preserve the 5-inch fit.
- Pattern
- Exclusive Simons stripe design matches a $148 trunk's look at $59.
- Silhouette
- 5-inch inseam and vertical stripes produce a leg-elongating, fashion-forward silhouette.
Product record
- Title
- Nautical Stripe Swim Short
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Why a 5-inch inseam matters for swim shorts
- A 5-inch inseam lands the hem at mid-thigh on average-height men, avoiding the baggy knee-length drop of traditional board shorts while still covering enough to feel secure — this is why the short reads as contemporary rather than outdated, fitting today’s slimmer swimwear silhouette.
- The higher hem exposes more upper leg to the sun, reducing the harsh tan line border that knee-length board shorts create — a practical consideration for vacationers who want to wear regular shorts post-beach without a stark two-tone band around the knee.
- The 5-inch leg panel eliminates fabric from behind the knee, removing the bunching and friction that longer shorts create during squats, sprints, or beach volleyball — the hem stays above the joint so strides feel fluid and unhindered, which matters for anyone who plans to do more than lounge.
- For men with muscular thighs or a lean build, the 5-inch hem highlights quadriceps definition rather than hiding it — longer inseams often cut across the widest part of the thigh, visually widening the silhouette, whereas the shorter cut keeps the line clean and trim.
- Because the 5-inch panel uses less fabric than a 7- or 9-inch trunk, it absorbs less water and dries noticeably faster — the hem also sits high enough to improve airflow around the thighs, keeping body temperature lower on hot days and reducing that heavy, soggy feel after a swim.
- On men under 5’8”, the 5-inch cut exposes more upper leg and stops the trunk from cutting too low on the knee — a geometry that visually extends the leg rather than shortening the frame, making it a strategic choice for buyers who want to avoid looking stocky.
- The 5-inch inseam is currently trending among boutique, resort, and European-influenced labels as a signal of youthful nonchalance — wearing it telegraphs that you’ve moved past the baggy boardshort era and into a polished, style-aware summer aesthetic that fits equally at a beach club or a café.
How Simons exclusive swim shorts compare to other brands
- The Simons short pairs a 5-inch inseam—the same length that defines Patagonia Baggies ($75 USD) and Bather swim trunks ($100 USD) as modern beach staples—with a $59 CAD price, effectively undercutting those heritage hybrid icons by 20–40% without sacrificing the silhouette that makes the short inseam so versatile for both water and boardwalk.
- Within the Canadian swim market, Point Zero's MERO ($69 CAD) and FLORO ($65 CAD) both spec a 6.5-inch inseam, recycled polyester/spandex shell, and zip pockets; the Simons Nautical Stripe Swim Short drops to a more fashion-current 5-inch length at $59 CAD while forgoing zip closures, targeting the buyer who values a shorter cut over extra pocket security and is willing to pay less for it.
- Todd Snyder's Seersucker Montauk Swim Trunk commands $148 USD for its 5-inch cut, mesh liner, and a distinctive striped fabric, adding a buttoned back pocket with key loop and drainage; the Simons Nautical Stripe Swim Short delivers the same 5-inch striped summer aesthetic at $59 CAD, making the decision for a back pocket a roughly $90–$100 trade-off at current exchange rates.
- While recycled polyester is table-stakes in 2026 swimwear—appearing from Point Zero's $45 CAD basics to Naia Beach's £89 statement prints—the Simons swim short leverages the material's broad availability to focus value on its exclusive nautical stripe design and a 5-inch length, offering the look of a premium patterned trunk at a price closer to unbranded fast-fashion alternatives.
Sustainability profile of recycled polyester swimwear
- Compared to virgin polyester, rPET production cuts energy use by 45–85% and CO₂ emissions by 30–60% per kilogram of fiber, meaning even a blended swim short still displaces a meaningful amount of fossil-fuel demand and greenhouse gas output relative to a purely virgin synthetic garment.
- Recycled polyester offers the exact same moisture-wicking, durability, and stretch properties as virgin polyester, with chemically identical molecular structure and tensile strength ranging from 35–85 cN/tex, so the sustainability upgrade does not compromise the quick-dry, chlorine-resistant performance expected from swim trunks.
- Every ton of rPET fiber saves approximately one ton of virgin polyester that would otherwise be produced from petroleum-derived chemicals, directly reducing the demand for crude oil extraction — a clear material-level advantage for a swimwear piece that has historically relied entirely on synthetic fibers.
- One kilogram of rPET fabric is produced from approximately 60 post-consumer plastic bottles, so a lightweight garment like these shorts (~200g) potentially repurposes the equivalent of roughly a dozen single-use containers, directly reducing plastic waste bound for landfills or oceans.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Men's mid-thigh swim shorts with narrow vertical navy and white stripes, elasticated waistband with visible drawstring and relaxed straight leg silhouette shown on a seated model.
- Shorts silhouetteMid-thigh length shorts with a relaxed straight cut and slight forward overlap at the front hem as the model is seated.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.44 · w 0.46 · h 0.29 (high) - Waistband and drawstringElasticated waistband with a visible tied drawstring at the center front; the drawstring loops and ends lie on top of the waistband.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high) - Striped patternNarrow vertical stripes alternating dark navy and white across the entire visible shorts fabric.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.47 · w 0.46 · h 0.23 (high) - Fabric appearanceLightweight woven fabric with a smooth finish and no visible pile or heavy texture.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.50 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (medium) - Side pocket openingSlight diagonal impression indicating a side pocket on the right side seam of the shorts as viewed, partially obscured by the model's hand placement.Partial
1 region
x 0.65 · y 0.51 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing a seated male model wearing the shorts, staged with a small round cafe table, folding chair, potted plants, cup prop, and warm directional lighting casting soft shadows.
- Model and poseSeated male model leaning back in a folding chair with legs extended forward and one hand in a pocket; torso partially unbuttoned shirt visible.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.52 · h 0.68 (high) - Table and chair propsSmall round folding cafe table positioned to the model's left and a folding chair supporting the model; both are light-colored metal.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.48 (high) - Cup propWhite disposable cup held to the model's mouth with the right hand.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.04 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Potted plantsTwo potted plants in the lower right foreground, one with palm-like fronds and another with broader leaves in a patterned terracotta pot.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.62 · w 0.36 · h 0.34 (high) - Lighting and shadowsWarm directional lighting from the left creating soft shadows on the ground and warm tone on the model's skin and background wall.
- SurfaceTextured stone or concrete paver flooring with visible grout lines under the model's legs and props.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.68 · w 0.84 · h 0.28 (high)
Colors
white· shorts fabric - white stripesnavy blue· shorts fabric - navy stripes#1C1B22- Shorts silhouetteMid-thigh length shorts with a relaxed straight cut and slight forward overlap at the front hem as the model is seated.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a pair of mid-length swim shorts with narrow vertical navy and white stripes, elastic waistband, single patch pocket on the right rear, and visible white topstitching around the pocket and hem.
- Overall shapeMid-length swim shorts with straight leg openings and a relaxed, boxy rear silhouette visible from the back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.58 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high) - Fabric patternNarrow vertical stripes alternating navy blue and white running continuously across the rear and pocket.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.58 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high) - WaistbandElasticized waistband with the same narrow stripe pattern and slightly gathered fabric at the waist.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.52 · w 0.72 · h 0.07 (high) - Rear pocketSingle square patch pocket positioned on the right rear (viewer right) with visible white topstitching around its perimeter and two small metal rivet-like eyelets near the lower corners.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Pocket patch detailSmall rectangular fabric patch sewn onto the center-upper area of the rear pocket; printed or stitched marking is visible but characters are too small to read at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.68 · w 0.07 · h 0.06 (medium) - Hem finishBottom hem shows a narrow band of white topstitching visible against the striped fabric.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.88 · w 0.76 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-shot of a male model against a light neutral background with even diffuse lighting; model's bare back and arms are visible above the shorts. Soft shadow appears to the right of the model.
- Viewing angleRear-facing shot showing the model from the mid-back down to the upper thighs, centered in frame.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting producing subtle highlights on the model's skin and a faint cast shadow on the background to the right.
- BackgroundPlain light neutral background with no visible props or packaging.
- Model presenceMale model shown from the rear with bare torso and both arms visible; hands relaxed at sides and right hand partially visible near the shorts.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.04 · w 0.96 · h 0.68 (medium)
Colors
navy blue· navy stripe#252C53white· white stripe and trim- Overall shapeMid-length swim shorts with straight leg openings and a relaxed, boxy rear silhouette visible from the back.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
2 total5
2 reviews · out of 5
Super maillot
★★★★★Renée L.
La couleur, le tissus, le confort, tout est sur la coche!!
Maillot
★★★★★daniele D.
Très beau maillot Il a de la classe
Q&A
4 answered- Is this swim short true to size, or does it run small/large?
- These swim shorts run true to size based on standard men's sizing. If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up for a more relaxed fit.
- How well does the recycled polyester fabric hold up to chlorine and frequent saltwater exposure?
- Recycled polyester is naturally resistant to chlorine and saltwater, making these shorts durable for frequent use in pools or the ocean. Rinsing with fresh water after exposure will help maintain the fabric over time.
- Is the built-in mesh lining comfortable and supportive when wet, or does it tend to bunch up?
- The built-in mesh lining is designed to stay in place and provide support when wet, similar to standard swim trunks. It should not bunch up excessively during wear.
- Does this swim short shrink after the first wash, and what is the recommended care to maintain fit?
- Recycled polyester is resistant to shrinking, so the shorts should maintain their fit after washing. For best care, wash in cold water and hang to dry—avoid high heat.