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Before you hit the pool, you may want to think about what you're wearing there. Your choices can age you and can be bad for your body types. Women. You're amazing, and we know you already look good. Today we're talking to the dudes about what the worst swim wear is for the pool during the summer of 2025. Nobody is safe now.
1. The Mankini or thong‑style
A male thong or exceedingly skimpy “mankini” may be fine for bold beach statements—but for most guys, it’s a style mistake. It leaves almost nothing to the imagination and can backfire, causing discomfort or social awkwardness.
Pro tip:classic swim briefs or square‑cut trunks that cover more and look cleaner.
2. Board shorts that swallow your legs
Baggy, knee‑length board shorts look outdated and disproportionate compared to women’s concise bikini cuts. The imbalance can feel visually awkward
3.Visible lines or see‑through fabrics
Bright white or ultra‑thin materials often go transparent underwater, leading to embarrassing moments
4. Side‑boob or extreme cutouts
4. Side‑boob or extreme cutouts
Dramatic side‑boobs or micro cutouts might seem sexy—but often end up shifting or bulging in unintended ways, especially as the body moves.
5. Strings or ties that slip off
String bikinis and tankinis with loose ties are fashion risks. They can untie unexpectedly, causing total wardrobe failure.
Bonus...Leave the jorts at home. I'm guilty of one of these. So let your imagination run wild if you like lol