Board
shorts are a type of shorts worn by men on beach. These shorts gained
popularity as they were used by surfers while surfing and wake boarding.
Nowadays, these shorts are also worn as a beachwear. The shorts are made
with bathing suit material that dries quickly.
Design
These shorts are specially designed so that they dry quickly and are
therefore made from soft, smooth synthetic materials. The shorts are so
designed to make sure they are durable and are wind resistant.
Another concern facing the manufacturers in board short designing is
using neoprene fly instead of velcro to prevent the body hair being
entangled. Global companies are also designing this garment without an
inseam. This means with the help of new technology, they are designing
seamless shorts for the comfort of the wearer.
Fabrics Used
- Nylon
- Cotton
- Spandex
- Microfiber
Most board shorts are made from synthetic fibers or blends because of
the properties they provide to the fabric. These days manufacturers are
again moving towards using organic cotton for manufacturing these
shorts. The move towards using eco-friendly fabrics has been to appeal
and sell these products to younger audience.
Buying Tips
- Choose a fabric that provides comfort and protection.
Synthetic fabrics require low maintenance and can be machine
washed.
- While buying shorts, select a fabric like nylon, as it is
hard wearing and longer lasting.
- Natural fabrics like cotton, should also be preferred as
they are light weight, comfortable and have high breathability.
- Choose a fabric that is water proof and dries quickly. The
fabric should also not cling to the wet body.
- Choose a fabric that is wind resistant.
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