ACTION MAN -
The military-inspired look has been one of the most prevalent trends of recent decades, and it’s now gone full circle to storm the beaches. Perfect if stripping down to your shorts has you feeling slightly vulnerable, enlisting the armed forces can add some rugged manliness.
“If your legs resemble pieces of string, then these shorts are a great choice,” says Sarah Gilfillan, a personal stylist and founder of menswear hub Sartoria Lab. “The busy pattern will add some much-needed width and bulk to your legs by drawing the eye outwards.”
-Don’t go for acres of fabric though.
-Ensure the hem of the legs is not overly wide, which will only accentuate the problem. -Go for a slimmer cut instead.
THE WHITE STRIPES -
“White striped shorts are one of menswear’s biggest swimwear trends this season,” says Holly Blake, a stylist at the River Island style studio. “In particular, swim shorts with bold vertical stripes are trending as they can be easily paired with a basic T-shirt and flip-flops or espadrilles for a laid-back, stylish day-to-night look this summer.”
If you’re on the slimmer side, horizontal stripes will add a little width. If you’re carrying excess baggage, vertical stripes will elongate your body by drawing the eye up and down.
BLOCK PARTY -
The best way to ensure that all your snaps are on point is to avoid clashing prints with your brethrens. Not only will images featuring simple block-colour swimwear not date as quickly, you’re also more likely to find a single shade that flatters you than a whole pattern.
“Just make sure you pick a shade that suits you and accentuates your colourings, otherwise it can be disastrous for your skin tone,” says celebrity stylist Alex Longmore.
- If you’re lighter skinned, opt for deep green, burgundy or navy hues. They sit well on milk bottle bodies.
- If darker-skinned, go for something more vivid. Shades of cobalt blue, lime green and sunshine yellow will help you stand out.
FLOWER POWER -
Botanical prints have made the jump from female favourite to everyday essential for men, and there’s no better time to dip your toe in the water than when on holiday.
“If you’re print-shy all year round, florals provide the easiest way to dip your toe into the water. If you usually wear plain colours, this is a fun way to get some print into your life, with the added bonus of not having to worry about what you’re going to match them with.”
Hawaiian prints and tropical foliage make great Instagram photo!
Image and text source: Fashionbeans.com