
Louis Gabriel Nouchi
Asymetrical Opening Swim Short
The Asymetrical Opening Swim Short is a men's swimwear garment for swimming and beach activities, made from lightweight nylon. It features an elastic waistband with an asymmetrical opening, seam pockets, a piped back pocket with a flap, and side vents. The inseam is 4.75 inches (12.5 cm) and it is made in Portugal.
- Material
- Nylon fabric
- Gender
- male
- Style
- minimal, sporty, activewear
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Size
Specifications
Minimalist swim short by Louis Gabriel Nouchi featuring a bold asymmetric opening, crafted from nylon with a sporty, elegant aesthetic.
Asymmetric opening, elastic waistband, seam pockets, piped back pocket, side vents, 4.75-inch inseam.
- Material
- Nylon fabric
- Style
- minimal, sporty, activewear
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- Asymmetric opening detail
- Nylon fabric construction
- Elastic waistband
- Signature logo label on waist
- Seam pockets
- Piped back pocket
- Side vents
- 4.75-inch inseam (12.5 cm)
- Made in Portugal
- Minimalist design
- Sporty elegance aesthetic
- Designed by Louis Gabriel Nouchi
- Pull-on style with elastic closure
Product Insights
Louis Gabriel Nouchi's Asymetrical Opening Swim Short delivers a leg-lengthening silhouette via a fixed asymmetrical opening, 4.75-inch inseam, and side vents, built from quick-drying nylon and rooted in the designer's novel-inspired, size-inclusive approach (backed by ANDAM Grand Prize and Paris Fashion Week calendar inclusion), but trades off sun protection and built-in support for its minimalist, thigh-exposing design.
Verified claims
- Asymmetrical opening
- Fixed asymmetrical opening won't come undone during swimming.
- Industry validation
- Won 2023 ANDAM Grand Prize (€300k + Chloé mentorship), on official Paris Fashion Week calendar, dressed 2024 Paralympians.
- Brand story
- Founder studied medicine and law; each collection is inspired by a novel.
- Inclusivity
- Known for size-inclusive runway casting; one of only three Paris Fashion Week shows with plus-size models.
- Literary inspiration
- Part of SS24 collection inspired by Christopher Isherwood's A Single Man.
- Institutional recognition
- LGN won the ANDAM Grand Prize and is on the official Paris Fashion Week calendar.
- Designer background
- Louis Gabriel Nouchi creates novel-inspired collections; founder won the ANDAM Grand Prize.
- Fit
- 4.75-inch inseam and slim fit prevent flapping and elongate legs.
- Styling
- Style experts recommend pairing with fitted tops to maintain a lean athletic line.
- Proportion effect
- Mid-thigh length (4.75) makes legs appear longer.
- Mobility
- Side vents prevent hem restriction during active swimming.
- Leg display
- Side vents expose more thigh and visually elongate the legs.
- Silhouette
- Leg-lengthening silhouette from 4.75-inch inseam, side vents, and slim cut.
- Pairing
- Pair with a fitted tank or performance T-shirt, not oversized layers.
- Quick-drying
- Nylon fabric dries quickly for extended water use.
- Asymmetric opening
- Asymmetric opening is a fixed design feature, not a functional closure.
- Care instructions
- Cold gentle wash and hang drying maintain the nylon's elasticity and finish.
- UV protection
- No built-in UV protection — apply sunscreen for sun safety.
- Liner
- No built-in mesh brief liner for support or modesty.
- Coverage
- 4.75-inch inseam and side vents leave thigh exposed.
- Design philosophy
- Designer's law and medicine training and novel-based collections create a disciplined, narrative-driven design.
Product record
- Title
- Asymetrical Opening Swim Short
- Brand
- Louis Gabriel Nouchi
- Price
- 325 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
A pair of black mid-thigh swim shorts worn by a male model; elastic waistband with a narrow exposed inner band on the right side and short side slits at the hem are visible.
- Overall silhouetteMid-thigh length shorts with a straight, slightly relaxed fit and a short vertical side slit at the outer hem on each leg.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.62 · w 0.84 · h 0.34 (high) - Waistband constructionElasticated waistband with gathered fabric and a narrow exposed inner band visible above the waistband on the model's right side.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.45 · w 0.54 · h 0.12 (high) - Waistband patchSmall rectangular stitched patch centered on the front of the waistband; surface texture visible but any printed text or logo is illegible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.47 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (medium) - Pocket usageModel's left hand inserted into a side pocket; pocket opening runs along the front-side seam.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.63 · w 0.30 · h 0.26 (high) - Fabric appearanceLightweight woven fabric with a subtle low-sheen finish and soft horizontal creasing visible across the front panels.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.58 · w 0.80 · h 0.30 (high) - Front seam detailVisible vertical seam down the center front of the shorts aligning with the fly area.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.57 · w 0.40 · h 0.26 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a tattooed male model cropped at the neck and mid-thigh against a plain light background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal view of a male torso; image is cropped above the mouth and below mid-thigh so head and lower legs are not shown.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model tattoosMultiple black-ink tattoos visible on chest, arms, and upper legs; tattoos are a prominent visual element but not part of the product.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.02 · w 0.92 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.80 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting from the front-left produces gentle shadows under the model's abs and at the shorts' folds.
- Hand and poseModel's right hand rests near the outside of the right thigh with fingers relaxed; left hand is inside the left pocket.
2 regions
x 0.70 · y 0.66 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.64 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (high)
Colors
black· shorts main body#0E0D0Elight beige· inner exposed waistband band#DDB29B- Overall silhouetteMid-thigh length shorts with a straight, slightly relaxed fit and a short vertical side slit at the outer hem on each leg.
- 02

Product
Black short-length swim shorts with a double-layer elastic waistband featuring an asymmetrical horizontal opening at the front-right and a small rectangular rubber label patch on the waistband; lightweight matte fabric, visible side seam pocket and curved hem with a short side slit.
- Waistband geometryDouble elastic waistband made of two narrow elastic bands stacked vertically with a horizontal gap opening at the front-right exposing skin between the bands.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Rubber label patchSmall rectangular rubber patch attached to the front-left area of the waistband with raised details or embossed text; text is not legible at this resolution.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium) - Fabric and finishMain body made from a lightweight, matte woven fabric with slight crinkling and soft sheen consistent with synthetic swim material.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.28 · w 0.90 · h 0.60 (high) - Side seam pocketVertical side-seam pocket opening visible on the right side panel aligned with the shorts seam.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high) - Hem and side slitLower hem is straight with a short upward curved side slit on the outer right leg.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.62 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - Front panel stitchingVertical center front stitch line visible running down the front of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.32 · w 0.30 · h 0.50 (high) - Visible tattoos on modelPortions of tattoos visible on the model's upper thigh and right forearm adjacent to the shorts.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.81 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.86 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.54 (high)
Other
Studio shot cropped to show the front-right detail of the shorts on a model; neutral light grey background, soft even lighting, and visible model hand at right edge.
- Shot compositionClose-up studio crop framing the model from lower torso to mid-thigh, centered on the waistband and upper right short detail.
- Background and lightingSmooth neutral light grey background with even soft lighting producing minimal shadow.
- Model hand propModel right hand appears at the right image edge holding a small black fabric tab or strap attached to the shorts.
1 region
x 0.86 · y 0.58 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (high)
Colors
matte black· shorts main body#0D0C0Eblack· waistband elastic bands#0D0D0Eblack· rubber label patch#0E0D13- Waistband geometryDouble elastic waistband made of two narrow elastic bands stacked vertically with a horizontal gap opening at the front-right exposing skin between the bands.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a pair of short black swim shorts on a male model showing an elastic waistband, a single rear pocket with a flap, a short curved hem with a side slit, and lightweight slightly shiny fabric.
- View and fitRear-facing view of swim shorts worn on a male model sitting slightly turned to the right; shorts sit at the natural waist with the waistband visible across the back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.62 · w 0.76 · h 0.30 (high) - WaistbandElasticated gathered waistband with visible stitching rows and slight puckering from the elastic, running uninterrupted around the back.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.60 · w 0.68 · h 0.08 (high) - Rear pocketSingle horizontal patch pocket on the right rear with a stitched flap closure that lies flat against the short.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.09 (high) - Side slit and hemShort, angled side slit at the outer hem on the model's right side exposing part of the upper thigh and creating a curved rise in the hemline.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.72 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceLightweight smooth fabric with a slight sheen typical of swim material; surface shows faint creasing and stitched seam lines along the center back and side panels.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.76 · h 0.24 (high) - Metal tab detailSmall rectangular metallic tab or accent visible at the left rear portion of the waistband near the elastic seam.Partial
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.61 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from the rear against a plain light grey background with even diffuse lighting; visible tattoos on model and slight shadow cast at the lower left.
- BackgroundPlain light grey seamless background with no visible props or packaging.
- Model tattoosMultiple black-ink tattoos visible on the model's arms, shoulder, and upper neck; tattoos are part of the scene and not on the product.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.02 · w 0.48 · h 0.54 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven diffuse studio lighting with soft shadows under the waistband and slight shadowing on the model's left side.
- Image framingFramed to show the model from the mid-shoulder to upper-thigh area with the product centered horizontally; no visible cropping issues.
Colors
black· main fabric#0D0D0Eblack· waistband elastic#0D0D0Esilver· metal tab- View and fitRear-facing view of swim shorts worn on a male model sitting slightly turned to the right; shorts sit at the natural waist with the waistband visible across the back.