The bikini geniuses at Tooshie work over a capsule collection of swimwear for the A.P.C. collection. Women’s bikinis clearly make up the majority of the capsule collection, but the men’s swim trunks and shorts make a showing as well. Get on down with the 70s style banana hammock or the casual but fitting short trunks. You choose. No peeking.

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If the world really is going to end this year then you don’t want to spend your last few swimming months looking like a mug in badly chosen shorts. Ralph Lauren, always on hand with a clothing solution, offers up these multicoloured striped shorts. They sit just above the knee, a good resting place for this kind of garment, and feature a selection of pockets. Oi Polloi has them.

Olasul is a failry new swimwear offering from Peruvian surfer Lorenz Korder Fort.The New York based collection brings a touch of that South American flavor to the Northern Hemisphere with classic takes on swim trunks. Tested and worn by the designer, Olasul comes in varying colorblocks that keep the line as simple as possible.

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ONIA is ready for the Holiday in the sun with their Resort collection for 2011. Their board shorts are featured in new colorways and patterns including a special Liberty London pattern exclusive to this collection. The casual ONIA collection offers shorts for everyman, literally. While remaining subtle, the cut is a splendid win for many.

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Cape Madras offer the real thing if you’re of the preppy persuasion. With their own factory in India producing a range of classic patch Madras you’d be hard pressed to find a better quality, more authentic product. Not for those afraid of a bit of colour, shirts, shorts and trousers of the eye popping variety. Get yours over at Cape Madras.

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A bit of a carry-over for Autumn, the Riz boardshorts for D.S. Dundee have been in play this summer. Simple color and simple hits from a short company that not only works the fit but will also give you shop credit for “rizycling” your old, worn, pair. Wear these on or off the beach.

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All about these. Han’s 50’s sweatshorts are roomy as hell and finished in a narrow leg to bag them even further. A breathable and fresh take on the very casual side of summer. cstore has them and so should you. No need to tuck the shirt in…

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Now here’s something that’s actually appropriate for right now – shorts. If you’re the type of person who’s still dilly dallying – yeah we said it, dilly dallying – over whether to wear shorts then these shorts should help sway you. They’re called skinny on the site but bear in mind that Oliver Spencer skinny is a long way from Cheap Monday skinny. They’re more of a tailored cut that should flatter, not flatten your legs. (Oliver Spencer)

Super basic mountaineering shorts from the Cold Splinters line. What you get are  tough, poly/cotton twill shorts with reinforced pockets (deep ones as well). Absolutely perfect for the weather. Properly made in Porland, OR. Oi Polloi has them.

Still on the lookout for a pair of anchor print shorts? Of course you are, it’s the most wanted product out there. These Camoshita shorts are on sale but, seeing as they were so ridiculously expensive before, the half price merely reduces them to relatively affordable. And, at £188, it’s still stretching the word affordable. Either way, these are great shorts. (ASOS)