Can swim trunks be tailored? [Answered 2025 ]

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Getting clothes tailored could be the difference between a mediocre look and a stunning outfit! Most dapper men know this and often get their suits and shirts tailored for that perfect fit.

The same men come to us and ask if swim trunks can be tailored and if they should do so? Our answer is that it’s absolutely possible to tailor swim trunks but it’s often unnecessary. Let’s see why!

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Should you tailor swim trunks?

If you have very specific needs or wants for your swim trunks then you might want to opt to tailor them. However, for most men, there is no need to do so.

Most swim trunks are very flexible and adjustable. The characteristics of your swim trunks change a lot when they go from dry to wet. In both these conditions, they need to fit you well.

To solve this, most swim trunks are made from flexible materials and have an elastic waistband and drawstrings.

This all makes your swim trunks very adjustable. So the reason to have them tailored to make them a little tighter or wider makes no sense really.

Price of getting swim trunks tailored

Tailoring is not cheap, as we’ve talked about before. Most guys buy swim trunks for under $100. Some men even try to buy the cheapest swim trunks they can.

It’s not justified to pay more for adjusting your swim trunks than they cost to buy. Therefore, tailoring swim trunks is often not worth the cost. It’s much better to find a pair that you are comfortable in both in and out of the water.

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Reason to get swim trunks tailored

So is there really no reason to get swim trunks tailored?

Yes, we actually believe there is one particular reason.

If you find yourself a pair of swim trunks and you simply fall in love with the design but they don’t fit you well. If the design truly is something else and something that you will enjoy then we believe that you should treat yourself!

This is of course given that you feel that you have the money and that you will enjoy these swim trunks for a long time!

Extra tip

We believe that you should only tailor high-quality swim trunks. These can last you many years ahead. Spending money on altering low-quality swim trunks that might only last you one season is just a waste of money.

Also, make sure to stay the same size if you spend money on tailoring your swim trunks. It’s not fun to tailor clothes and then gain or lose so much weight that they won’t fit anymore.

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Alternative to getting swim trunks tailored

The most common form of men’s swim trunks has an elastic waistband and draw swim strings. This makes for a very adjustable piece of clothing that will fit most guys without needing any tailoring.

However, not all guys prefer these swim trunks. For some reason or another, they don’t like the way they fit. If this is you and you are looking to tailor a pair of swim trunks then you might want to look at some alternatives first.

While the elastic waistband is the most common, it’s certainly not the only one. There are many different types of swim trunks on the market.

Fixed waist, adjustable sides

The most common complaint with the elastic waistband is that it doesn’t keep the trunks in place. This could be avoided by going with swim trunks that have a fixed waistline but adjustable sides.

Some guys experience this as a better fit that feels more like regular pants.

Choosing another type of swim trunks

The feeling of your swim trunks not fitting properly might just be a case of you going with the wrong type of swim trunks.

There is a wide range of swim trunks that all fit differently. By trying another type, you might find a pair that fits you much better than the ones you’re currently wearing.

Try different types of swim trunks before wasting loads of money on tailored swim trunks.

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How should swim trunks fit

Before ever thinking if tailoring swim trunks you need to know how they should fit in the first place. This could save you both time and money. You might realize that you had the wrong size all along and there really is no need to alter your swim shorts.

Swim trunks should fit snugly but not too tight. They should also be comfortable enough to swim in and move around freely. The last thing you want is swim trunks that are so tight they restrict your movement.

With the right fit, you’ll be able to swim and play without any issues. You’ll also look good in and out of the water!

Summary

To summarize, you can get swim trunks tailored but it’s not necessary and not worth the money in most cases. Swim trunks are already adjustable and flexible to begin with. If you have a very specific need or want for your swim trunk, then you can tailor them. But for most men, it’s simply not worth the price or hassle.

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