Types of Men's Swimwear - Swim Trunk

In a nutshell, fabrics that are used for swimsuits are the same be it for men or for women. Nylon, polyester, polyester PBT, spandex and cotton are the main fabrics used for making women’s and men’s swimwear.

Swim trunks are brief shorts, loose-fitting or tight, worn for sports, especially boxing, swimming, and track.

When worn as a swimsuit, trunks are often referred to as swimming trunks or bathing trunks (or with the more general term bathing suit or a synonym) and are normally shorter than board shorts, which extend to the knees. Trunks are the most popular type of male swimsuit in North America. They vary in style and design, though most are made of nylon with a mesh lining for quick drying.