In my experience, when you find a brand making menswear essentials you know and love, it’s a wise move to venture back to that brand when they seem to *swim* into a new category: In the case of my friends at Buck Mason, that means Buck Mason swim trunks could quickly become a go-to favorite.

The recently introduced category brings the iconic modern menswear retailer’s emphasis on the classics to the forefront, and in a major way. The best men’s swim trunks are now being crafted by the Los Angeles-based brand, and they’re here not a moment too soon in the summer heat.

The Buck Mason Diver Cloth Swim Shorts are as timeless as it gets in every way possible, starting with the fabrication and fit. Unlike baggy cargo swim shorts of days gone by, these stylish men’s swim trunks boast a tailored cut and a shorter inseam — not to mention hard-wearing recycled nylon construction.

These swim shorts are also lined with nylon for support and comfort, but it’s the retro-leaning design (including a front-buttoned pocket) that drives home the proper blend of form and function.

Whether in a sharp Olive Drab or a crisp, darker shade, the Buck Mason Diver Cloth Swim Shorts are as essential as one of your favorite T-shirts from the famed brand. In my experience, they make a worthwhile addition to your next summer beach packing list (and then some).