Spring has sprung, and we can cast off those drab neutrals and bask in bright rainbow hues. And they don't come much brighter than the vivid yellow used on this Comber Board Shorts from Oakley. The Comber has a really simple style, but that's ideal for such a brave color choice. However that means all Combers aren't quite equal. While the teal and coral pink versions are pretty, the bla…

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Roxy embraces its feminine side with these Hobo Surf Sand Flower boardshorts. Its name is complicated and a real mouthful, but there's little to these swim shorts, literally! These shorts certainly live up to their name. They show a whole lot of leg, so I hope yours are toned, tanned, and not still carrying any extra Christmas kilos! The skimpy design won't suit self conscious sun lo…

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Board shorts have long been relied upon by beachgoers carrying a few extra pounds. So it makes sense that plus-sized label Torrid is offering us its version. Torrid doesn't try to reinvent the wheel here. Its board shorts are very basic, with only playful ties at the sides to liven up the design. It's easy to call them boring, but you might miss the smarts of this style. Black goes with a…

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Insight is a bikini specialist, but it knows some girls want a bit more coverage from their swimwear. That's where these cheeky Almost Paradise Board Shorts step in. I say a bit more coverage, because these board shorts are still quite short and skimpy. They'll admittedly hide more of the backside than any pair of bikini briefs though, so while they're hardly modest they do manage to…

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Do you want colors? You've got them, and then some, with these Supersuede Beachrider Board Shorts. Summer apparel items often feature a rainbow of colors, but few offer the mishmash of hues we see on these board shorts. Personally I love the combination of vivid squares, but I know it's too loud to suit all tastes. Hurley does too, so it's offered a few more subdued selections includi…

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Roxy goes retro with these Thrashin board shorts. Its name conjures up images of mosh pits in the 90s, but the shorts are a much more relaxed affair. They've got a long, universally flattering retro cut and a fun geometric print along the sides. You'll find the obligatory Roxy logo inside these angled stripes. It's a great way of branding the shorts without disrupting the design. Rox…

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O'Neill has gotten the styling just right for these super short board shorts. These shorts may be basic black, but there's no chance of them blending into the background. The gold foil polka dots across the front and back give the board shorts real personality. I love the way these spots work with the O'Neill logo as part of an integrated design, rather than just an attempt to advertis…

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Who says that board shorts can't be sexy? These cute Cabo pants from O'Neill put the short in board shorts! These ultra-short boardies are designed to show plenty of skin, so I hope you've remembered to keep your legs toned over winter! Unlike so many board shorts they beg to be noticed, a message that can be nerve wracking or liberating depending on how you feel about your body. If you a…

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As a surf brand, Oakley knows what beach lovers want whether they're hitting the waves or spending time on the shore. These Clash board shorts are classic, comfortable, and made to last. The shorts are traditionally styled, with bold color panels splashed across the microsuede material. This fabric is sumptuously soft for your comfort, and quick to dry in the summer sun. We're giv…

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Board shorts have a tendency to look masculine and a little unflattering, but with these Tavarua shorts Roxy breaks the mold. These beach bottoms aren't just super short, they're also super sassy! The plain black shorts are livened up with white striping and colorful bands along the wide, shirred waistband. Some might think the mostly black design is a bit boring, but I think it jus…

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