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Men's Swimwear Guide '13

Topman Urban Outfitters House of Fraser H&M Next M&S Topman Boden River Island M&S

From tight and bright to laid-back and loose we rate the best and worst swim trunks, board shorts, and beach gear of Summer 2013.

Having been on a couple of jollies already this year, the guys in the TGtB office know a thing or two about making a splash poolside.

To save you from looking more David Hasslehoff than Daniel Craig, we've put together a foolproof guide to summer swimwear.

Topman

Price: £22

Verdict: "These eighties inspired retro swimmers will look great with a pair of aviators and a healthy glow on a lads holiday this summer"

Score: 7/10

Urban Outfitters

Price: £39

Verdict: "This pair of paisley print Crooked Wave Swim Shorts from Urban Oufitters are an absolute must have for any fashion forward beach goer."

Score: 9/10

House of Fraser

Price: £65

Verdict: "Show how in tune you are with your feminine side in these bang on trend floral print swimmers by Scotch & Soda."

Score: 6/10

H&M

Price: £9.99

Verdict: "If you're not a huge fan of print, don't be afraid to opt for bold striking colours instead, at just £9.99 these super short swimmers are an absolute steal, we'd complete the look with an open linen shirt and a classic straw hat."

Score: 8/10

Price: £15

Verdict: "Although there are plenty of quirkier prints on the highstreet, these modest geometric shorts from Next are the perfect choice for anybody looking to play it safe."

Score: 6/10

M&S

Price: 17.50

Verdict: "If you're looking for comfort, practicality and style, these lobster print swimming shorts are the perfect choice for hanging by the pool or tanning on the beach. To avoid looking like a lobster we'd advise applying plenty of suncream though chaps"

Score: 7/10

Topman

Price: £22

Verdict: "We love these super stylish Zebra Print Swim Shorts from Topman. Whether you're planning on sunning yourself in the South of France or the Costa del Sol, don't be afraid to unleash your wild side in these attention grabbing shorts."

Score: 8/10

Boden

Price: £39

Verdict: "Make an impression in these starfish print statement shorts, if skimpy trunks aren't your thing, the modest cut of these Boden swimmers will look great on you."

Score: 9/10

River Island

Price: £18

Verdict: "Great-looking, easy-drying shorts to splash about in when the sun comes out. Tap in to the Hawaiian print trend with these tropical inspired shorts."

Score: 5/10