• Text by Ary Russell

The heat is climbing, jets are setting, and it’s time to update your swimsuit collection. If you thought swimwear was simple, you are sorely mistaken. Here are 10 swim trunks to have to turn the beach into your red carpet.

Tombolo ‘Pearl Diver’ Swim Trunks for Billion Oyster Project ($108)

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These trunks are perfect for the Malibu beach babe to dip into the beach and grab a bite on the boardwalk. The best part? The proceeds all go to charity.

Dolce & Gabbana High-Legged Swim Trunks With Patch – (£375)

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These trunks are definitely the shortest of any on this list, but it makes it even better to combat the French heat on a beach in Nice.

Todd Snyder 5″ Montauk Swim Short in Navy Candy Stripe – ($128)

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These blue and white striped trunks just scream “Fourth of July barbecue”. Perhaps pair it with some matching flip-flops or a sizzling hot dog.

Burberry Check Drawcord Swim Shorts – ($440)

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For Burberry loyalists who absolutely must include the brand in their beach experience, these Burberry print trunks are a must-have.

Jacquemus Le Maillot Praia – ($230)

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These trunks are Zeus meets high fashion model and is great for someone who loves an eye-catching image on their clothes.

Bottega Veneta Animal Print Nylon Swim Boxer – ($700)

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These animal print trunks are so stylish, they almost make you want to wear them as shorts every day. The contrast between black and gold ensures that you’ll glow all throughout your swim.

Amiri M.A. Drip Swim Trunks – ($430)

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Perfect for the simple swimmer, these plain black swim trunks provide an understated look with a rainbow emblem to keep things interesting.

Dsquared2 D2 Sunset Boxer – ($430)

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Sometimes, you just want to go full-on with the tropical vibes. Throw these beach shorts by Dsquared2 to add a much-needed addition of color to your sun-filled day.

Etro Costume with Leafy Floral Print – ($330)

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Arguably the most eccentric trunks on this list as they are scattered with designs of multicolored leaves on a pastel yellow background ensuring you’ll definitely be the talk of the pool.

Fendi Swim Shorts – ($650)

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These powder blue Fendi swim shorts are distinct enough in their design for a subtle beachside flex for the everyday hype beast.

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