8" SWIM SHORTS guide
FIND YOUR PERFECT 8" SWIM SHORT - Explore how this style fits, who it’s best for, and use our sizing tools to choose your perfect pair.
Which Style Should I Choose?
Choose Your Fit: Linne or Nellie
Here's how to choose the right 8" style for you.
Linne Swim Shorts – Compression Fit
• Compression fit for support
• Fully lined for confident wear - wear without anything underneath
• Designed to stay put while swimming
• Lift, support and hold
Nellie Swim Pocket Shorts – Relaxed Fit with Pockets
• Dual side pockets
• More relaxed fit with less compression & softer waistband
• Fully Lined on the front panels and gusset
• Wear without anything underneath
FIT & SIZE GUIDE
What size should I choose? Our 8" swim shorts are designed to provide coverage while maintaining a streamlined, flattering fit with a lower thigh length and anti-chafe design.
Fit tips:
✔ True to size
✔ Lined
✔ Designed to stay secure in the water
✔ Anti-Chafe design
✔ If you are between sizes e.g. size 14-16, choose size 16.
CHECK YOUR MEASUREMENTS: SIZE GUIDE
LEG LENGTH COMPARISON
3" Swim Shorts – Sporty coverage + sculpt
6" Swim Shorts – mid thigh coverage
8" Swim Shorts – lower thigh coverage
The 8" inseam is our most loved style, offering full comfortable coverage, thist style gives you lengthening through the leg to the lower thigh, they give beautiful coverage, anti chafe, held fit.
BEST ACTIVITIES FOR 8" SWIM SHORTS
The 6" swim short is ideal for:
Ideal for:
• Swimming
• Beach walks
• Paddleboarding
• Pool days
• Water sports and all day adventures in & out of the water
The 8" length is perfect for women who want lengthening and a smoothing fit right through the leg to the lower thigh.
WHY WOMEN LOVE THE 8" SWIM SHORTS
- Soft & supportive
- Give support through to the lower thigh
- Swim & Surf
- Comfy
- Superior quality
- Made in Australia
- No Ride
- Anti-chafe design
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 8 inch swim shorts
"I followed sizing after measuring my waist and hips and am happy with the fit of these shorts . They work well when swimming laps with a rash vest . The front panel makes for a comfortable waist fit which doesn’t dig in." Beth
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Love it
They don't go see through, really nice feel on the skin, dry fast and are as pictured. True to size. Perfect for paddle boarding and great sun protection.
Which Style Should I Choose?
Choose Your Fit: Linne or Nellie
Here's how to choose the right 8" style for you.
Linne Swim Shorts – Compression Fit
• Compression fit for support
• Fully lined for confident wear - wear without anything underneath
• Designed to stay put while swimming
• Lift, support and hold
Nellie Swim Pocket Shorts – Relaxed Fit with Pockets
• Dual side pockets
• More relaxed fit with less compression & softer waistband
• Fully Lined on the front panels and gusset
• Wear without anything underneath
FIT & SIZE GUIDE
What size should I choose? Our 8" swim shorts are designed to provide coverage while maintaining a streamlined, flattering fit with a lower thigh length and anti-chafe design.
Fit tips:
✔ True to size
✔ Lined
✔ Designed to stay secure in the water
✔ Anti-Chafe design
✔ If you are between sizes e.g. size 14-16, choose size 16.
CHECK YOUR MEASUREMENTS: SIZE GUIDE
LEG LENGTH COMPARISON
3" Swim Shorts – Sporty coverage + sculpt
6" Swim Shorts – mid thigh coverage
8" Swim Shorts – lower thigh coverage
The 8" inseam is our most loved style, offering full comfortable coverage, thist style gives you lengthening through the leg to the lower thigh, they give beautiful coverage, anti chafe, held fit.
BEST ACTIVITIES FOR 8" SWIM SHORTS
The 6" swim short is ideal for:
Ideal for:
• Swimming
• Beach walks
• Paddleboarding
• Pool days
• Water sports and all day adventures in & out of the water
The 8" length is perfect for women who want lengthening and a smoothing fit right through the leg to the lower thigh.
WHY WOMEN LOVE THE 8" SWIM SHORTS
- Soft & supportive
- Give support through to the lower thigh
- Swim & Surf
- Comfy
- Superior quality
- Made in Australia
- No Ride
- Anti-chafe design
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 8 inch swim shorts
"I followed sizing after measuring my waist and hips and am happy with the fit of these shorts . They work well when swimming laps with a rash vest . The front panel makes for a comfortable waist fit which doesn’t dig in." Beth
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Love it
They don't go see through, really nice feel on the skin, dry fast and are as pictured. True to size. Perfect for paddle boarding and great sun protection.
FAQ'S
Do you wear anything underneath?
No, our 8" swim shorts are designed to be worn like a bikini bottom, so no need to wear anything underneath (unless the product description says "unlined"). They are lined protecting against transparency when wet.
Are they quick dry?
Our premium Italian fabric is quick drying, ultra chlorine & pilling resistant, it is thin and elegant, soft and very breathable.
Is the fabric chlorine resistant?
Our luxury Italian fabric is chlorine ultra resistant and pilling resistant.
Is the fabric UPF50+?
Our fabric is tested and rated UPF50+ in Australia. We send our fabric to ARPANSA (Australia Radiation Protection & Nuclear Safety Agency) which is a regulatory agency for the Australian Government.
Do the 8" Swim Shorts ride up?
No, they are a no front seam no ride design. Our Luxury Italian fabric has in-built compression, they are double lined with a second layer of fabric, designed to stay put, give support, compression and tummy control.
Where are the 8" swim shorts made?
Our beautiful 8" swim shorts are now hand-made made right here in Australia in limited collections ensuring superior quality and an ethical approach for manufacturing ensuring our pieces last season after season and designed and made for the Australian sun and lifestyle.
