Amazon Essentials Men’s 7" Quick-Dry Swimming Trunks (Discontinued Colours) – easy fit swim shorts
Product description
The essentials
These amazon Essentials men’s 7" quick-dry swimming trunks are built for day-to-day wear where you want swim shorts that don’t feel heavy once they’ve taken on water. The design is fairly straightforward: a comfortable, easy fit through the hip and thigh with a straight leg, and a length of 7" (17.8cm) on UK size M. It’s the sort of pair you reach for for beach days, pool sessions, or that quick swim when you don’t want to think too hard.
On the performance side, the trunks use a lightweight, breathable swim fabric and a quick-drying approach, which should make them more practical than thicker swim styles. The waist is elasticated with a drawstring, and there’s a soft mesh liner for comfort and support.
What you’ll notice in use
The elasticated waistband with drawstring closure is the bit that tends to make the biggest difference day to day. It’s designed to sit below the waist and keep things in place when you’re moving around in and out of the water. There are also side pockets, plus a single back pocket with hook-and-loop closure for small essentials.
One small practical detail worth mentioning: the back pocket isn’t a zip type in the info provided, so if you tend to carry items that really need secure closure, you may want to be a bit selective about what goes in there. It’s more “small items on hand” than a dedicated, waterproof storage solution.
Where it shines (and where it may fall short)
If you’re after simple swim trunks with an easy, comfortable cut and pockets, this is a sensible fit for everyday swimming. The straight leg and “comfortable, easy fit” through the hip and thigh suggests it’s not trying to be ultra-slim. And the mesh liner is there to keep the feel comfortable rather than bare.
That said, because it’s listed as “discontinued colours”, you may find you’re not always choosing the style you want long-term. Also, while the fabric is described as lightweight and breathable with quick-dry intent, it’s hard to judge the real-world speed of drying without more details—so it might not be the fastest option if you’re comparing purely for that one factor.
Key specifications
- Name: Amazon Essentials Men’s 7" Quick-Dry Swimming Trunks – Discontinued Colours
- Type: Swimming trunks (swim shorts)
- Format: 7" (17.8cm) length on UK size M
- Waist: Elasticated waist with drawstring closure
- Liner: Soft mesh liner
- Pockets: Side pockets, single back pocket with hook-and-loop closure
- Fabric: Lightweight and breathable quick-dry swim fabric
- Fit: Comfortable, easy fit through the hip and thigh with a straight leg, sits below the waist
Practical tips for choosing the right pair
Worth thinking about how you’ll use them. If you mainly want trunks for casual swims, quick trips to the pool, or beach days where comfort and basic storage matter, this cut and feature set should make sense. The pockets help if you want somewhere to put small items between dips.
It might not be the best match if you’re looking for a very performance-focused, ultra-secure storage setup (especially given the hook-and-loop back pocket). And if you prefer a longer length or a more compression-style fit, this straight-leg, 7" approach may not be your first choice.
Should you buy it?
It’s a good buy if you want easy everyday swim shorts with a lightweight, breathable quick-dry fabric, an elasticated drawstring waist, and practical pocketing for small essentials. The 7" length on UK size M also gives you a mid-short look that works for lots of common swim situations.
It’s not the best choice if secure storage is a priority for the type of items you carry, or if you’re very sensitive to how quickly something dries after use. And since the colours are marked as discontinued, it may be better to treat this as a convenience purchase while you still like the available colour options.
If you’re shopping more for a one-and-done holiday pair, or you want something you can wear without fuss in and out of the water, these trunks are the kind of practical pick that tends to justify itself.
Mini FAQ
How long are these swim trunks?
They’re designed with a 7" (17.8cm) inseam on UK size M.
Do they have pockets?
Yes—side pockets, plus a single back pocket with hook-and-loop closure.
Are they quick-drying?
They’re described as using lightweight, breathable swim fabric with a quick-dry approach.
What’s the waist like?
The waist is elasticated with a drawstring closure and sits below the waist.
Is there a liner?
There’s a soft mesh liner.