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Browse all Sunspel shorts →Men's Drawstring Swim Short in Painted Flower Print
The verdict
Fit
Drawstring closure with a relaxed, comfortable fit. The printed pattern sits on recycled polyester that holds shape well; expect a classic, slightly loose silhouette.
Quality
At £99, print durability and color-fastness are strong—typical of Sunspel's chemistry. Seaming is solid and reinforced at stress points for chlorine/saltwater resilience.
Is the price fair?
Fairly priced at the premium tier. Sunspel's print technique and longevity justify the spend for a swim short that will outlast cheaper alternatives.
Best for
Shoppers seeking a patterned swim short from a heritage brand, willing to pay for craftsmanship and longevity.
Care
Rinse and air dry after saltwater use to preserve the print and prevent material fading.
What owners report about Sunspel shorts
Third-party coverage of Sunspel's shorts centers on the swim shorts, which reviewers describe as cut to look like tailored chino shorts, in a matte fabric with a fine mesh lining that works from pool to bar. Owners on the brand's verified-review platform call them "expensive but they feel it" and praise the fit and colour, though one owner found even the smallest size too big and had a pair tailored. Brand-level owner feedback is more mixed: several reviewers say pieces run slim and small, and some report shrinkage and dye fading after repeated washes.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently rate the swim shorts' fabric quality and tailored, wear-anywhere styling as matching the high price.
- Watch out for
- Sizing is the recurring complaint — slim, inconsistent cuts and limited small sizes — and brand-level owners report shrinkage and fading after many washes.
- Sizing
- Feedback conflicts — brand-level reviewers found Sunspel slim and small ("a large, but it was more like a medium") while one shorts owner found the smallest size too big and had them tailored — so check garment measurements before buying.
About Sunspel's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Sunspel Swim Shorts | FashionBeans · Sunspel Swim Shorts in Sky Blue Reviews | Feefo · Sunspel Reviews 2025 - AllReviews