Simons
Piped Retro Swim Short
Piped Retro Swim Shorts are men's swim trunks from Simons, designed in Canada, with a 3-inch inseam and a drawcord-adjustable elastic waist. The shell is 92% recycled polyester and 8% spandex, with a built-in polyester-spandex mesh lining, side slit pockets, ventilation eyelets, and contrasting piping trim. Intended for swimming and water activities, they are machine washable; one verified customer review notes that sizing runs large.
- Material
- Recycled nylon blend
- Style
- retro, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
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-adjustable elastic waist accommodates a range of waist sizes within each size, but the single verified review reports sizing runs large; check the size guide before choosing.
- Fit
- 3-inch inseam suits athletic builds; slim body types may prefer longer coverage.
- Care
- Machine wash, do not bleach, wring out and hang to dry, and do not iron or press to preserve the fabric and piping.
- Stretch vs durability
- The 92/8 polyester-spandex blend has less give than common 80/20 or 85/15 swim blends but amplifies chlorine resistance and longevity, making it durability-first rather than stretch-dominant.
- Reviewer quality note
- The available review describes the shorts' quality and texture as fair.
Product record
- Title
- Piped Retro Swim Short
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 50 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 2 stars, 1 reviews, scale 5
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Piped Retro Swim Short: Choose this if you want a short, retro-style swim trunk: it has a 3 inch (8 cm) inseam, a low-rise cut that ends above mid-thigh on the model shown, and white piping along the sides and hems. The drawcord-adjustable elastic waist, built-in mesh lining, side slit pockets, and ventilation eyelets cover swim-day basics, and the shell is 92% polyester made from recycled plastic bottles with 8% spandex. It is a Simons exclusive designed in Canada, offered in Red in Medium, Large, and X-Large, and the fitted cut through the seat and upper thigh may not suit anyone preferring a looser fit.[1,2,3] | Parasol-Stripe Swim Short: Choose this if you want a reversible, striped swim short with a short 4-inch inseam: it has a drawcord-adjustable elastic waist, built-in microfibre lining, and light, fast-drying, non-cling stretch fabric made of 92% recycled-bottle polyester with 8% spandex. Slit pockets plus a hidden zip pocket behind add secure storage, and the solid-color underside gives you a second look. It comes in Navy/Midnight Blue and Orange; note the Orange color is not offered in a SMALL size.[4,5] | Nautical Stripe Swim Short: Choose this if you want a Simons-exclusive swim short with a classic nautical look: narrow vertical navy and white stripes, a relaxed straight cut, and a short 5-inch (13 cm) inseam that sits at mid-thigh. It suits swimmers who prefer built-in mesh lining and an adjustable fit, thanks to the drawcord elastic waist, side slit pockets, and a rear patch pocket. The lightweight fabric is a recycled polyester blend (55% from recycled plastic bottles), and this Navy/Midnight Blue colorway comes in sizes X-Small to X-Large.[6,7,8] |
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.
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Sizes run large, fair quality and texture
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