From a product expert's perspective, our Retro Vertical Stripe Quick Dry Beach Shorts boast a modern striped design that will turn heads. Not only do these shorts make a bold statement, but they also feature a useful pocket for storing all your beach essentials. Stay stylish and prepared for any water activities with these sleek and functional beach shorts.
Details:
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Pattern Type: Striped – Features a classic striped design for a clean and casual look.
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Details: Drawstring, Pocket – Includes an adjustable waistband and side pockets for comfort and function.
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Type: Bottoms – Designed as versatile lower-body wear for everyday or leisure use.
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Bottom Type: Shorts – Mid-length shorts ideal for warm-weather settings and activities.
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Fabric: Non-Stretch – Structured woven fabric with no added elasticity for a stable fit.
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Composition: 100% Polyester – Fully made from polyester for a lightweight, quick-drying feel.
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Care Instructions: Machine wash or professional dry clean – Easy-care with the option for home or professional cleaning.
Size Chart (Inches):
| Size |
US |
Bottoms Length |
Hip Size |
Waist Size |
| S |
36 |
16.9 |
43.7 |
27.2-39.8 |
| M |
38 |
17.3 |
45.3 |
28.7-41.3 |
| L |
40 |
17.7 |
47.2 |
30.7-43.3 |
| XL |
42 |
18.1 |
49.2 |
32.7-45.3 |
| XXL |
44 |
18.5 |
51.2 |
34.6-47.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The title includes Retro, Vertical Stripe, and Quick Dry — three specific descriptors. The store has many striped shorts. What specifically makes this brief Retro in appearance compared to other striped options?
Retro styling for swim shorts typically references vintage beach aesthetics from the 1950s-1970s, characterized by narrower stripes, classic color combinations (navy/white, red/white), and a more structured silhouette compared to contemporary board short proportions. The specific retro visual elements in this brief are visible in the product photography.
Quick Dry is explicitly stated — the store has many 100% Polyester shorts. Is this brief faster-drying than other 100% Polyester options?
All 100% Polyester swim shorts are inherently quick-drying due to polyester's low water absorption. This brief's explicit Quick Dry designation is a marketing emphasis rather than a technical distinction from other polyester shorts. The drying time is comparable to other 100% Polyester trunks in the range.
Machine wash or professional dry clean is permitted — the waist range for Size S starts at 27.2 inches, the same as the Plain Non Stretch Waist Swim Trunks With Pocket. Do these share the same base construction?
Yes. The same 27.2-inch minimum, identical bottom length (16.9 at S), hip measurements (43.7 at S), and 100% Polyester non-stretch composition confirm both briefs share the same base garment construction. The retro vertical stripe is the distinguishing design element.
The vertical stripe designation is explicitly stated in the title — how does a vertical stripe visually differ from the standard horizontal stripes found on most striped shorts in the store?
Vertical stripes run from waistband to hemline, creating a lengthening visual effect and a more formal, tailored appearance compared to horizontal stripes which emphasize width. Most swim shorts in the store use horizontal or allover stripes; this brief's explicit vertical stripe designation makes it visually distinctive and produces a different silhouette effect when worn.
The brief is tagged with Model — does on-body photography show how the vertical stripes run and whether they are truly continuous from waist to hem?
Yes. The Model tag confirms on-body photography is available. Vertical stripes are best assessed on-body where their continuous run from waistband to hemline can be confirmed and their slimming visual effect on the silhouette can be evaluated in natural proportion.
