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The verdict
Fit
Board shorts typically sit lower and cut looser through the seat and thigh for water mobility. Sizing runs generous; consider sizing down if between sizes.
Quality
Recycled polyester construction is lightweight and fast-drying, typical of modern board shorts. Seams are standard—expect good performance in water but less longevity on land.
Is the price fair?
USD 118 is competitive for recycled-content board shorts. The price reflects the materials and casual end-use rather than technical sophistication.
Best for
Swimmers and beach vacationers seeking comfort in water and quick-dry performance.
Care
Rinse with fresh water after saltwater exposure; hang dry to prevent elastic degradation.
What owners report about Taylor Stitch shorts
Reviewers describe the range as split between casual drawstring styles and more technical pairs: the casual shorts use organic cotton fabrics reviewers call light and comfortable, sitting between chino shorts and athletic shorts in formality, while the technical pairs blend organic cotton with nylon and spandex and add a water-repellent finish and drainage-hole pockets. Coverage of build quality is consistently positive, with one long-term brand reviewer calling material, build, weight, and feel all high quality. The same reviewer's complaints centered on drawstring quality and button stitching — relevant since drawstring waists feature across the casual shorts — and notes that customer reviews of the brand are mixed, with complaints about customer service.
- Strengths
- Fabric and construction quality draw consistent praise across both the casual organic-cotton styles and the stretch-blend technical pairs.
- Watch out for
- The reported weak points are the small stuff — drawstring quality and button stitching — plus recurring complaints about the brand's customer service.
- Sizing
- The technical shorts' 8-inch inseam is reported to hit at or above the knee for most wearers, and the casual styles use forgiving drawstring waists.
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