Bikini

It is human nature that he wants to be noticed (and admired) in a crowd. Consequently, men want to be admired for their perfect (or near perfect) bodies just like women. This is the reason why men’s swimsuits have experienced various innovations over the years. Various types of men’s swimsuits are available from a large number of swimsuit retailers. Cuts of men’s bikini swimsuits are similar to women’s bikini swimsuits. Thus, we can conclude that men’s bikinis are not original in design (and cut) and have been inspired by women’s bikini. As mentioned above, men’s bikinis have undergone various evolutionary stages before reaching its present form. Irrespective of the obvious similarities, men’s bikini designers are consistently trying to distinguish their creations from women’s bikinis. The first men’s swimsuit (i.e. Jantzen suit) was invented in the eighteenth century. However, the Jantzen suit failed to gain popularity because of its weight. The Jantzen suit weighed more than nine pounds making it difficult to swim. Another reason for mediocre performance of Jantzen suits was their poor fit and tendency to fall down during swimming.

Modern men’s bikini started taking its shape in the nineteenth century. Initially, revealing swimsuits (for both and women) were condemned upon. This unacceptability was formalized with the release of Bathing Suit Regulations on May 17, 1917. Men were required to wear shorts (or skirts) up to their knees over their swimming trunks or board shorts. Nonetheless, the invention of speed suits eliminated this need. Speed suit was created by knitting mills and was a one piece swimsuit that featured built in shorts. Men’s bikinis reached their climax with the invention of lastex. Lastex is a stretchable material made from rubber and was commonly called ‘the miracle fabric.’ In Men’s bikinis, prepared from lastex, they look like Jonny Bravo.

Men’s bikinis made from lastex looked flattering even on the most fat men. The overwhelming popularity of men’s bikinis made from lastex can be attributed to their ability to make men’s bodies look flattering and are comfortable to wear. The notion of nudity was gaining nationwide acceptability by the 1920’s. Consequently, men wanted to bare their chests. However, public nudity was still a controversial issue and was condemned upon by most people. Swimsuit designers came up with a solution that was acceptable to both parties. A convertible swimsuit that allowed men to bare and cover their chest as per requirement (with a zipper) was designed. This was more or less acceptable to most people.

One piece swimsuits (for men) had gained widespread acceptability by 1935. This was made possible by various celebrities who endorsed men’s bikinis. For example Olympic swimmer Johnny Weismuller modeled his own swimsuit collection in 1933. Currently, men’s bikinis are available in a staggering variety of styles, colors and prints. Men’s bikini is a loose term that entails various styles of men’s swimsuits. These among others include boxer, trunks, and briefs. One of the most stylish and most popular men’s bikini is Dietz ‘Bondi’ Bikini. Dietz ‘Bondi’ Bikini is a brief style men’s bikini with a ‘front contoured pouch.’ Dietz ‘Bondi’ Bikini is available in three colors including black, navy blue and yellow. The best feature of Dietz ‘Bondi’ Bikini is its perfect fit i.e. it will not come off even during aggressive physical exercise. Men’s Brazilian Bikini is another popular style of men’s bikini made from lycra. Men’s Brazilian Bikini has a perfect fit which means that you don’t have to worry about its coming off even during rigorous physical activity.