Simons
Piped Retro Swim Short
This item is a men's retro-style swim short (trunk) from Simons, designed in Canada. It features a recycled polyester blend shell (92% recycled polyester, 8% spandex) with built-in mesh lining, drawcord-adjustable elastic waist, side slit pockets, and ventilation eyelets; inseam length is 3 inches (8 cm). One verified reviewer reports the sizing runs large and fit is big, with fair quality and texture.
- Material
- Recycled nylon blend
- Style
- retro, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Size
Specifications
Retro-style swim shorts in a recycled nylon blend with piping trim, built-in mesh lining, and a 3-inch inseam.
Built-in mesh lining, drawcord-adjustable elastic waist, slit pockets, ventilation eyelets
- Material
- Recycled nylon blend
- Style
- retro, casual
- Occasion
- beach-day, vacation
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- Piped design
- Matching trim
- Recycled nylon blend
- Built-in mesh lining
- Drawcord-adjustable elastic waist
- Slit pockets on the sides
- Ventilation eyelets
- 3-inch inseam length
Product Insights
The Simons Piped Retro Swim Short delivers a retro gym-short silhouette with a 3-inch inseam, crafted from a 92% recycled polyester and spandex blend that resists chlorine and UV damage, prevents sagging when wet, and dries faster than unvented nylon thanks to a hydrophobic shell and ventilation eyelets. Its chlorine-resistant polyester maintains fit over frequent use, while the UV-blocking shell preserves vibrant color. The drawcord waist accommodates multiple sizes (verify with size guide), but the short inseam suits athletic builds; slim body types may prefer longer coverage. Note: the shell is recycled polyester (not recycled nylon as described), with performance equal to virgin polyester.
Verified claims
- Silhouette
- 3-inch inseam delivers retro gym-short silhouette and optical leg lengthening.
- Shape retention
- Polyester/spandex blend prevents sagging, preserving silhouette when wet.
- Durability
- Resists chlorine and UV damage better than nylon; holds shape when wet and dries fast.
- Drying speed
- Hydrophobic recycled polyester shell and ventilation eyelets speed drying compared to unvented nylon.
- Chlorine resistance
- Chlorine-resistant polyester maintains the shorts' fit and shape over frequent use.
- Material
- 92% recycled polyester (8% spandex) shell, not recycled nylon as described, with performance equal to virgin polyester.
- Fade resistance
- 92% recycled polyester shell blocks UV to keep red vibrant longer than nylon blends.
- Performance parity
- Shell's recycled polyester matches virgin polyester in chlorine, UV, and durability.
- Waist sizing
- Drawcord waist fits multiple sizes; verify with size guide.
- Fit
- 3-inch inseam suits athletic builds; slim body types may prefer longer coverage.
- Care
- Wring out and hang to dry to preserve the piping and fabric.
Product record
- Title
- Piped Retro Swim Short
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 50 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 2 stars, 1 reviews, scale 5
Deep Research
Retro swim trend and piping details
- While most brands are settling on 4–5 inch inseams as the retro sweet spot for 2026, this short commits to a 3-inch cut — a knowingly aggressive stance that amplifies the leg-lengthening optical effect and pulls the silhouette closer to authentic 1970s gym-short proportions.
How recycled polyester holds up in water and sun
- The hydrophobic polyester shell repels water rather than absorbing it, and the ventilation eyelets speed evaporation — the combination makes these trunks dry noticeably faster than unvented nylon shorts, cutting post-swim cling and chill.
- Polyester inherently blocks UV better than nylon, so the red colour of these shorts resists sun-fading longer through a full summer of beach days and poolside lounging.
- Polyester fibers have inherently lower water absorption and higher dimensional stability than polyamide (nylon), meaning these shorts hold their shape and resist stretching out when wet — particularly valuable for a 3-inch inseam trunk worn in and out of water.
- Polyester’s polymer structure resists chlorine degradation inherently, whereas nylon-blend suits (the most common swimwear alternative) gradually break down in pools — for anyone swimming laps or using chlorinated water, this shell won't sag or bag over time the way nylon does.
- Compared to the industry-standard 80/20 or 85/15 polyester-elastane swim blends, the higher polyester fraction in these shorts (92/8) amplifies chlorine resistance and longevity, though with less give — making it a durability-first construction for regular pool use rather than a stretch-dominant fit.
- The recycled polyester made from post-consumer bottles delivers the same chlorine, UV, and durability performance as virgin polyester — the environmental benefit comes without sacrificing any functional quality.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of low-rise short swim trunks in a bright turquoise color with white piping and a white drawstring tied at center front.
- Shorts bodyLow-rise swim shorts with a smooth, slightly shiny turquoise woven fabric forming the main body and front panels.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.45 · w 0.48 · h 0.34 (high) - WaistbandElasticated waistband in the same turquoise fabric with visible stitching lines and a central draw cord exit.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.43 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high) - DrawstringWhite round drawstring tied in a bow at center front with small turquoise plastic aglets on the cord tips.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Side piping and pocketVertical white piping runs along the outer side seam; a narrow pocket opening with a small visible pull tab is set behind the piping on the right side of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.50 · w 0.07 · h 0.33 (high) - Hem trimNarrow white binding trim follows the curved hem of the legs and around the front leg openings.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.72 · w 0.40 · h 0.07 (high) - Center front seamSubtle vertical stitch line visible down the center front of the shorts' front panel.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.52 · w 0.06 · h 0.24 (medium)
Other
Studio product photograph of a male model cropped from the chin to mid-thigh against a plain light gray/white background with even lighting and soft shadows.
- Model cropping and poseImage shows a torso-to-thigh crop of a male model standing slightly angled; hands visible at sides and head partially cropped above the nose.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray or white seamless background with even studio lighting producing soft, minimal shadows to the left of the model.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with visible fabric texture and stitch details.
Colors
bright turquoise· shorts body#85D2DAbright white· piping, hem and drawstringturquoise aglet· drawstring aglets- Shorts bodyLow-rise swim shorts with a smooth, slightly shiny turquoise woven fabric forming the main body and front panels.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a pair of short-length swim shorts in a solid aqua/turquoise color with a gathered elastic waistband, centered back seam, two metal back eyelets, and white piped hem.
- Silhouette and fitShort-length swim shorts with a mid-rise elastic waistband, fitted through the seat and upper thigh, rear view showing the shorts ending above mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.35 (high) - WaistbandElastic gathered waistband in the same aqua fabric as the shorts, running across the top of the rear panel with visible stitching lines.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high) - Back eyeletsTwo circular metal eyelets positioned on the upper rear panel, arranged horizontally near the waistband.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.64 · w 0.10 · h 0.05 (high) - Center back seamVertical center back seam running down the middle of the rear panel.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.58 · w 0.14 · h 0.30 (high) - Hem pipingThin white piped trim along the bottom edge of the leg openings that contrasts with the aqua body.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.88 · w 0.60 · h 0.05 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly lustrous woven fabric typical of swimwear with minimal surface texture visible.
Other
Studio photograph showing a rear three-quarter view of a model wearing the swim shorts against a plain light gray to white background with even soft lighting.
- View and poseRear three-quarter view of a standing male model turned slightly to his left, left arm bent and right arm relaxed at side.
- Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with soft, even studio lighting and subtle shadowing along the model's left side.
- Image croppingImage is framed to show the model from upper back to mid-thigh; head is partially cropped at the top-right corner.
Colors
aqua turquoise· shorts body#7CD2DBwhite· hem piping- Silhouette and fitShort-length swim shorts with a mid-rise elastic waistband, fitted through the seat and upper thigh, rear view showing the shorts ending above mid-thigh.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Sizes run large, fair quality and texture
Description says it
Q&A
3 answered- What is the exact composition of the recycled nylon blend (percentage of recycled nylon, polyester, elastane)?
- The shell is 92% recycled polyester (from recycled plastic bottles) and 8% spandex, with an inner slip of 95% polyester and 5% spandex — it does not contain recycled nylon.
- How do these shorts fit compared to standard sizing charts, particularly for athletic vs. slim body types?
- These shorts feature a drawcord-adjustable elastic waist, so they can accommodate a range of waist sizes within each size. The 3-inch inseam is on the shorter side, which may suit athletic builds better than slim body types who might prefer a longer cut. However, we only have one review and no detailed sizing chart, so we recommend checking your measurements against the size guide on our site for the best fit.
- What is the recommended care method (machine wash vs. hand wash, drying instructions) to preserve the fabric and piping?
- Machine wash, do not bleach, wring out and hang to dry, and do not iron or press to preserve the fabric and piping.