SWIM TRUNKSFOR men are the stuff of legend: they can be worn in or out of the water and make the ultimate beachside bottoms or everyday shorts. The best swim trunks for men today have a moisture-wicking and quick-drying fabric, four-way stretch for mobility, a flattering length, and an athletic fit. Finding the right one for you can be a challenge, which is why we're here to help. Our team of fashion editors spent the past year trying and testing swim trunks to find options that blend comfort and style.

If you're performing heavy activities in swimsuits, consider doing without liners. Board shorts, for instance, aren't made with liners for more wiggle room and comfort. Otherwise, liners should fit snugly, but should never be too tight or pinch your skin. Built-in mesh liners provide extra support to your down-there and keep everything in place as you move. Since it's mesh, they're also breathable and quick-drying.

Shorts are getting shorter, and so are swim trunks. But you don't have to chase trends. Typically, around 7 inches in inseam length is a universally flattering fit that hits a couple inches above the thigh. Though if you want to show off your quads, you can't go wrong with a 5-inch inseam, either. If you're looking at outseam lengths, 14-inch is more fashion forward, 17-inch is a casual mid-length, and 20-inch is as full coverage as you can get without wearing pants.