
Jack & Jones
Mini Pattern And Twin-Stripe Swim Trunk
These Jack & Jones men's swim trunks feature a mini palm-tree pattern on twin-stripe quick-dry fabric, designed for swimming and water activities. They include a built-in mesh lining, drawcord-adjustable elastic waistband, vertical slit pockets, and a back patch pocket. Inseam length is 4.75 inches (12 cm).
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, sporty
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Size
Specifications
Lightweight quick-dry swim trunk with built-in mesh lining and adjustable drawcord waist.
Quick-dry fabric, mesh lining, drawcord waist, multiple pockets
- Material
- Main material: 100% recycled polyester; Lining: 100% polyester
- Style
- casual, sporty
- Occasion
- beach-day, vacation
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- Light quick-dry fabric
- Built-in mesh lining
- Drawcord-adjustable elastic waist
- Vertical slit pockets
- Patch pocket at back
- 4.75-inch inseam
- Mini pattern and twin-stripe design
Product Insights
These Jack & Jones swim trunks offer recycled polyester construction with chlorine resistance, quick drying, and pilling resistance, plus an elastic drawcord waist and pockets, matching premium trunks at a fraction of the cost, though requiring air drying and careful sizing.
Verified claims
- Value
- 4.75-in inseam and Jack & Jones design rival premium trunks costing $70+, yet sale price is $19.99 — undercutting Old Navy's $16.99 7-in shorts.
- Feature set
- Includes elastic drawcord waist, side pockets, and back pocket — features often missing from budget trunks.
- Material
- 100% recycled polyester is soft, pilling-resistant, dries in 1-2 hours, and resists chlorine from pool use.
- Fit
- Elastic waist with drawcord allows customized fit, reducing return risk for online purchase.
- Pilling resistance
- Fabric resists pilling better than many virgin synthetics.
- Softness
- Fabric feels soft and smooth, comparable to premium virgin polyester.
- Chlorine resistance
- Main fabric is inherently chlorine-resistant for regular pool use.
- Drying time
- Fabric dries within 1–2 hours when hung in a ventilated area.
- Ventilation and drainage
- Open-weave mesh liner ventilates and drains; enables 1–2 hour drying.
- Support
- Mesh basket liner provides moderate support for all-day beach wear.
- Durability
- Polyester mesh liner resists chlorine; air drying preserves elastic.
- Care
- Machine wash cold and hang to air dry for longest life.
- Waist sizing
- Fits true to size for most; size up if between sizes.
- Liner
- Built-in mesh liner provides moderate support and ventilation, resists chlorine.
Product record
- Title
- Mini Pattern And Twin-Stripe Swim Trunk
- Brand
- Jack & Jones
- Price
- 35 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the 4.75-inch inseam fits
- The 4.75-inch specification — a quarter-inch shorter than the typical 5-inch 'short' swim trunk — reflects a deliberate fit that lands slightly higher on the thigh than many off-the-rack shorts, giving the silhouette a more tailored, fashion-forward finish.
- The short cut stays clear of the knees during dynamic movement — jumping, sprinting across sand, swimming laps — while still providing enough coverage to avoid the 'briefs' category, making these trunks a practical choice for active beach days and watersports.
- At 4.75 inches, the inseam lands at mid-thigh — a length that sits well above the knee and signals a sporty, contemporary swimwear aesthetic rather than the longer board-short look that dominated the early 2000s.
Mesh lining comfort and support
- The built-in liner is the most traditional men's swimwear construction — a net-like polyester brief that has been the standard for decades, offering moderate support while allowing water to flow through so the trunks don't balloon or sag when wet.
- The mesh structure keeps the inner layer airy rather than stifling — the holes that enable drainage also encourage airflow to the skin, making these trunks feel cooler on a scorching beach day than a fully lined or compression-fitted alternative.
- Because the lining is pure polyester — a fabric with inherent chlorine resistance — the mesh won't lose elasticity or break down prematurely from regular pool exposure, ensuring the liner's support holds up over multiple seasons.
How it stacks up against other budget swim trunks
- At 4.75 inches, this trunk lands in the short-shorts zone that premium brands like Lululemon and Chubbies sell for $70–$78, while most sub-$40 trunks from Old Navy or Amazon Essentials stay at 7–9 inches — making it one of the very few budget trunks that offers the 2024-era on-trend cut at an accessible price.
- When it hits the sale rack at $19.99 CAD, this trunk directly matches the clearance pricing of Old Navy’s 7-inch swim shorts ($16.99 CAD) while delivering a sharper, trendier cut and the design details of a dedicated menswear brand, effectively giving the buyer a more curated look at a nearly identical outlay.
- Priced as low as $19.99 CAD, this trunk retains an elasticated drawcord waist, side slit pockets, and a back patch pocket — a complete feature set that many deep-discount swim shorts sacrifice, allowing it to double as a casual short without the stripped-down feel of a pure budget swim piece.
Recycled polyester in swimwear: performance and feel
- Because 100% recycled polyester fabric can be engineered with longer, more uniform fibers and treated for abrasion resistance, this trunk is positioned to resist surface pilling better than many cotton-blend or loosely-woven virgin shorts — the fabric's synthetic structure prevents the pills that form on less homogeneous materials from marring the surface.
- Modern recycled polyester yarns used in contemporary swim trunks now match the softness and smooth drape of virgin polyester, so these trunks should feel like a conventional premium synthetic short rather than the stiff recycled fabric of a decade ago.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Men's swim trunks shown on a model from the front. Red and white vertical stripes with small dark palm-tree motifs, elastic waistband with white drawstring, side pockets and a small square woven logo near the left hem.
- Overall silhouetteMid-rise swim trunks visible from front, sitting at the natural waist and ending at mid-thigh on the model.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.57 · w 0.68 · h 0.34 (high) - Stripe patternEven vertical narrow red and white stripes covering the entire visible body of the trunks.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.59 · w 0.66 · h 0.28 (high) - All-over motifSmall dark (navy) palm-tree or tiny palm-motif repeated across the striped fabric.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.63 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high) - Waistband and closureElasticated waistband with a white drawstring tied in a bow at center front.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.59 · w 0.38 · h 0.07 (high) - Side pocketsInset side pockets; the model's right hand is placed inside the right-side pocket (viewer left), indicating pocket openings at the hips.
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.68 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.70 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem logo patchSmall square woven logo patch sewn onto the lower left hem area (viewer right hem).
1 region
x 0.65 · y 0.86 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (medium) - Fabric appearanceLightweight matte woven fabric with slight natural creasing where the legs and waistband move.
Other
Studio product shot showing a shirtless male model against a neutral light-gray background. Even diffuse lighting with soft shadows; model is centered and facing slightly to viewer left.
- Model and poseShirtless male model standing facing forward with a slight torso turn to viewer left, left hand hanging down and right hand in pocket.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.03 · w 0.64 · h 0.95 (high) - Tattoos on modelMultiple visible tattoos on chest and both arms; these are part of the model, not the product.
3 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.05 · w 0.56 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.14 · y 0.36 · w 0.16 · h 0.44 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.30 · w 0.14 · h 0.50 (high) - Background and lightingPlain neutral light-gray background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadowing behind the model.
- Image crop and framingFramed from just above the head to just above the knees; product centered in the frame.
Colors
red and white striped· main fabric#E30014navy· motifwhite· drawstring- Overall silhouetteMid-rise swim trunks visible from front, sitting at the natural waist and ending at mid-thigh on the model.
- 02

Product
Men's swim trunks shown from waist to mid-thigh: elastic waistband with white drawstring, red and white vertical striped fabric decorated with small dark navy palm-tree motifs and a small diamond logo patch at the lower right hem.
- Waistband and drawstringElastic gathered waistband in the same striped fabric with a tied white round drawstring bow centered at the front.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (high) - Stripe patternVertical narrow red and white alternating stripes cover the entire visible surface of the trunks.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.26 · w 0.88 · h 0.62 (high) - Palm-tree motifSmall dark navy palm-tree silhouettes scattered repeatedly across the striped background.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.30 · w 0.72 · h 0.54 (high) - Lower-right logo patchSmall diamond-shaped fabric logo patch stitched near the lower right front hem.
1 region
x 0.80 · y 0.68 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, lightweight woven fabric with a slight sheen consistent with swim trunk material.
- Front fly seamVertical stitched seam running down the center front from waistband toward crotch.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.32 · w 0.20 · h 0.42 (medium)
Other
Cropped studio shot showing model's torso and upper legs against a plain light gray background with even lighting; visible tattoos on model's arm and thigh provide context; image frames trunks front and right side.
- Shot compositionCropped frontal view from just below chest to mid-thigh, trunks centered with model's right arm at the image right edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundSmooth light gray background with a subtle darker shadow on the right side behind the model.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.00 · w 0.38 · h 1.00 (high) - Visible tattoosBlack-ink tattoos visible on the model's right forearm and left thigh, partially framing the trunks.
2 regions
x 0.66 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.38 · h 0.22 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven soft studio lighting with mild shadowing beneath the waistband and subtle right-side background shadow.
Colors
medium red· red stripes#D30B24bright white· white stripes and drawstringnavy· palm-tree motifs- Waistband and drawstringElastic gathered waistband in the same striped fabric with a tied white round drawstring bow centered at the front.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a pair of men's swim trunks on a model; elastic waistband, vertical red and white stripes, small dark blue palm-tree motif scattered across the fabric, visible back patch pocket and side pockets.
- View and fitRear-on model view showing trunks worn at the waist with the hem finishing around mid-thigh on the model.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.62 · w 0.76 · h 0.32 (high) - WaistbandElastic waistband gathered across the back; no drawstring visible from this angle.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.63 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high) - Stripe patternNarrow vertical red and white stripes running continuously over the trunk fabric.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.62 · w 0.76 · h 0.32 (high) - Secondary motifSmall dark blue palm-tree or similar island motif repeated in a scattered allover pattern atop the stripes.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.24 (high) - Back pocketSingle square patch pocket on the right side of the back, top-stitched to the trunk body.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Side pockets and hand placementModel's hands are inserted into side pockets; pocket openings are set into the side seams.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.73 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric appearanceLightweight woven fabric with a smooth, slightly matte finish and visible stitched seams along hems and pocket edges.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.64 · h 0.26 (medium)
Other
Studio photograph showing the model from the rear against a plain light background; even lighting with soft shadowing; visible tattoos on the model.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter shot of a standing male model cropped at the knees and head near the top; trunks centered in the lower half of the frame.
- BackgroundUniform light gray to white studio background with no visible props.
- Model tattoosMultiple black ink tattoos visible on the shoulders, neck, and arms of the model.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.38 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting with subtle shadowing under the lower back and inside the leg area.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the model and trunks, no visible motion blur.
Colors
red and white stripes (red)· vertical stripes#CB0002red and white stripes (white)· vertical stripesnavy blue motif· printed motif- View and fitRear-on model view showing trunks worn at the waist with the hem finishing around mid-thigh on the model.
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- How does the sizing run? Is the waist true to size or should I size up/down?
- The elastic waist with drawcord allows for a customized fit. Most customers find them true to size, but if you are between sizes, we recommend sizing up for a more comfortable fit.
- Is the fabric chlorine-resistant for regular pool use?
- Yes, the main fabric is 100% recycled polyester, which is inherently chlorine-resistant and holds up well to regular pool use.
- What are the recommended care instructions for these swim trunks? Can they be machine washed and tumble dried?
- We recommend machine washing cold and hanging to air dry. Tumble drying on low is possible but may reduce the life of the elastic; air drying is best.
- How quickly do these trunks dry after getting wet? Is there an approximate drying time?
- The quick-dry fabric dries rapidly — typically within 1–2 hours when hung in a well-ventilated area.