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Summertime madness means one thing and one thing only: the more swimsuits you have, the merrier the season will be. Swim shorts are the kind of summer essentials you just have to load up with, whether they’re shorter than usual, longer or even tighter than you want them to be – to each his style, right?

Truth be told, guys have it easier than women when dressing for a day at the beach. All they have to do is slip into their favorite swim shorts, pair them with a tee or a linen shirt and they’re good to go. Whereas women have to go through the whole matching process, not to mention sort out all their options – one-piece or two-piece? Skirt or dress? That said, looking cool in the pool this season is not so far off, should you choose the right swim shorts. This season, bold stripes, military hints and sea-inspired motifs are your go-to choices. Easily paired with your average tee and with a pair of sandals or boat shoes, swim shorts are so surprisingly versatile you’ll want to buy them all!

While we’re incredibly sorry for your wallet, check out our selection of must-have swim shorts.

Article Written by Cindy Menassa