Make a statement at the beach or poolside with our Medium Stretch Swim Brief. Its minimalist design boasts a plain pattern that emphasizes simplicity and timeless appeal. The lace-up details add a touch of edginess, setting you apart from the crowd. Crafted from a medium-stretch fabric, these briefs offer a comfortable and flattering fit for your summer escapades.
Features:
- Pattern Type: Plain
- Details: Lace Up
- Type: Briefs
- Fabric: Medium Stretch
- Material: Fabric
- Care Instructions: Hand wash, do not dry clean
Size Chart ( Inches ):
| Size |
US |
Length |
Waist Size |
| S |
36 |
10.2 |
26.8-39.4 |
| M |
38 |
10.6 |
28.3-40.9 |
| L |
40 |
11 |
30.3-42.9 |
| XL |
42 |
11.4 |
32.3-44.9 |
| XXL |
44 |
11.8 |
34.3-46.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The title says Medium Stretch and the details list Lace Up — the Lace Up Side Swim Brief also has lace-up detailing. How do these two products differ?
Both products feature lace-up side detailing and medium-stretch fabric, but they differ in color options and fabric composition. This brief comes in Black, Pink, and Green (15 variants, 3 colors × 5 sizes). The Lace Up Side brief comes in 4 colors including Pink, Black, Light Blue, and Dark Green (20 variants). Check both product pages to identify any visual differences in the lace-up construction style.
The lace-up detail — is it functional for fit adjustment or purely decorative on this brief?
The lace-up detail on this brief functions the same way as described for the Lace Up Side brief — it is a functional element that allows adjusting the fit at the sides. This is not purely decorative; it does affect how the brief sits and conforms to the body.
Hand wash only is specified — does the lace-up cord prevent the brief from being safely machine washed?
Yes. The lace-up cord is susceptible to snagging and tangling in machine wash cycles, which is the primary reason hand washing only is specified. The cord also benefits from gentle care to prevent fraying at the cord ends and to maintain the lacing construction.
The waist range for Size S is 26.8–39.4 — despite being medium-stretch, this is the same range as several high-stretch briefs in the store. Is this classification accurate?
Some medium-stretch briefs in the range use range-format size charts with wide ranges, which can overlap with high-stretch range values. The medium-stretch classification reflects the fabric's firmness and feel rather than the maximum range it can reach. The feel and support character will be firmer than high-stretch briefs at the same waist size.
The brief comes in Black, Pink, and Green — does the lace-up cord match the background color or use a contrasting color?
The exact cord color per colorway is best confirmed in the product photography. Lace-up cords on swimwear are typically constructed to contrast with the background color for visual definition, but the specific choice depends on the designer's intention for each colorway.
