Board shorts over swimsuit works every time.

Yes, just pull them on over your swimsuit. That’s the whole trick.

The mistake people make is trying to tuck a swimsuit into shorts like they’re tucking in a shirt. It bunches weird, shows lines, and defeats the purpose. Swimsuits are meant to be worn alone or under other swim gear, not dressed like casual wear.

Board shorts are literally designed to go over a swimsuit bottom. If you’re in a one-piece, same deal — shorts over it look clean and intentional. No tucking, no clipping, no folding. Just pull them up and go.

If the shorts are denim or something not quick-dry, you’ll be uncomfortable once you get wet. But that’s a separate problem — the wearing part is easy.

Stop overthinking this.