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The Aqua-Liner supports you, so you can skip the underwear.
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Curly Waves - Purple 3"Regular price $139.00
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Curly Waves - Purple 3"
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Luxe Orchid Shorts - Plumb 3"Regular price $186.00
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Luxe Orchid Shorts - Plumb 3"
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Luxe Orchid Shorts - Monaco 3"Regular price $186.00
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Luxe Orchid Shorts - Monaco 3"
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Electric Zebra - Blue 3"Regular price $139.00
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Electric Zebra - Blue 3"
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Electric Zebra - Neon 3"Regular price $139.00
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Electric Zebra - Neon 3"
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Electric Zebra - Purple 3"Regular price $139.00
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Electric Zebra - Purple 3"
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Bold Jungle - Black 3"Regular price $139.00
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Bold Jungle - Black 3"
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Bold Jungle - Haze 3"Regular price $139.00
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Bold Jungle - Haze 3"
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Bold Jungle - Lava 3"Regular price $139.00
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Bold Jungle - Lava 3"
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Bold Jungle - Ocean 3"Regular price $139.00
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Bold Jungle - Ocean 3"
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Bold Jungle - Lime 3"Regular price $139.00
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Bold Jungle - Lime 3"
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Rough Seas - Aqua 3"Regular price $139.00
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Rough Seas - Lime 3"Regular price $139.00
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Rough Seas - Lime 3"
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Rough Seas - Ruby 3"Regular price $139.00
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Rough Seas - Ruby 3"
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Hyper Fern - Azure 3"Regular price $139.00
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Hyper Fern - Azure 3"
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Wild Splatter Pink - 3"Regular price $139.00
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Wild Splatter Pink - 3"
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Luxe Club - Red 3"Regular price $186.00
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Luxe Club - Red 3"
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Luxe Club - Green 3"Regular price $186.00
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Luxe Club - Green 3"
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Luxe Club - Merlot 3"Regular price $186.00
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Luxe Club - Merlot 3"
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The Short Cut, Up Close
Stretch Every Way
A short leg plus 4-way stretch: climb, kick and paddle freely.
Zipped Side Pockets
Most 3 inch styles have zipped side pockets; a few Luxe styles leave them open.
Quick-Dry Fabric
Both layers use quick-dry fabric.
What a 3 Inch Inseam Means
It's the shortest leg we make. At 7.6 cm, the hem ends well above the knee.
Same size, shorter leg. Find your size from your waist on the swim trunk size chart, as you would for any length.
Want the hem lower? 5 inch swim trunks end at mid-thigh, and 7 inch swim trunks just above the knee. See every length together in swim trunks by length, or get help choosing on our men's swim trunks page.
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Short, Sharp and Confident
One customer puts it plainly: legs are worth showing, so why hide them under long trunks. 3 inch swim trunks put them on view at the pool or on the sand.
Another likes how sleek the cut is, and says the flat front waistband cuts down on bagginess. One customer with a 30 inch inseam says the 3 inch makes the legs look longer.
Heads turn. Both men and women have asked one customer where the pair came from.
No Wet Fabric at the Knee
Climb out of the water and only the short leg comes with you. Reviewers say the short leg doesn't cling to wet skin and skips the baggy look of longer trunks. One customer on a third pair likes having no extra wet fabric at the knee.
Laps, Waves and Beach Games
Laps and dives. Push off the wall and kick hard: the liner holds its position while you swim.
Surf and paddle. Climb onto the board and drop to your knees with nothing pulling, because 4-way stretch gives as you go.
Volleyball on the sand. On a trip to Mexico, one customer swam, played beach volleyball and went on long beach strolls in the same pair.
Gym, then pool. One customer goes from the gym to the pool in the same pair.
Boat days and trips. One customer finds them comfortable on the beach, in the pool and on the boat.
Colors, Prints and Matching Sets
Tucann 3 inch swim shorts run from black, navy and white to pink, red, purple and multicolor prints. Fade-proof Italian ink keeps each print bright through salt water and chlorine. Solid Cookie Black sits beside bright prints such as Fluro Aqua and the two-tone giraffe of Mirage Red, so you can go quiet or loud.
Two of a kind. Wear the same print as your partner: His & Hers Matching Swimwear sets a men's pair beside a women's style in one print.
One customer bought a pair for their son to match their own, and mentions the quick-dry fabric. Another calls both the colors and the fit amazing. A third likes the color and the quality of the material.
Great for Gifting
Buying for your partner? Bright prints, an Aqua-Liner and 4-way stretch make 3 inch swim trunks an easy gift. Check the waist size on a pair they already wear, then match it on our size chart.
From Customers Who Wear the 3 Inch
One customer has bought six pairs this year and likes the 3 inch more than the other lengths. Another, at 5 foot 5, says other trunks run long or look like a tent and these don't. A third has four or five pairs and plans another.
The Details You'll Notice
Front tie. Standard styles tie with a front drawstring over a half-elastic band at the back, so you decide how snug they sit in your size. A few Luxe styles swap the tie for a button and zip front.
Gold ends. Gold Tucann pendants finish the drawstring ends, and a raised Tucann logo adds a final touch.
Back vents. Every pair has a tapered leg and air release vents at the back to stop ballooning in the water.
3 Inch Swim Trunks: The Aqua-Liner and 4-Way Stretch Outer Layer
No underwear required. These trunks have an outer layer and a liner made from swim material: soft, stretchy and comfortable, with mild compression.
The shell. Light, stretchy polyester and spandex make up the outer layer, with 4-way stretch that gives across and along the fabric.
Through every dive. One customer calls the liner supportive but not restricting.
Where 3 Inch Pairs Go
The 3 inch is our shortest cut, made for days when your legs do the work, from reef to rock pool.
One customer wears a pair for surfing and ocean swimming.
Another took a 3 inch pair to Malta and spent much of the trip snorkeling.
One reviewer used to swim in 3 inch gym shorts because longer swim shorts felt baggy. This pair looks sharp instead.
Sizing Up or Down in the 3 Inch
Size the 3 inch by your natural waist. Fit reviews on the 3 inch are mixed.
Waists of 31 to 33 inches take an M.
Waists of 35 to 37 inches take an XL.
In an L, the front rise is 11.5 inches.
Between sizes, the chart says to size up for a relaxed fit or down for a snug fit.
One customer at 225 lbs wears an XL.
Another at 5 foot 8 suggests going a size down.
A reviewer on a 7th pair says the short leg doesn't stick to the legs when wet, and the liner gives plenty of support.
Waists of 33 to 35 inches take an L.
Designed In House, in Australia
We design the 3 inch in house, in Australia.
Tucann trunks are hand-stitched.
One customer calls the build quality phenomenal.
Another rates the quality and the fit equally high.
A third says the quality is amazing and would order again.
Guides for the Short Cut
- 3 vs 5: 3 inch vs 5 inch swim shorts guide, the two shortest lengths compared.
- Fit: swim trunk size chart, by your natural waist.
- Board shorts: swim trunks vs board shorts, and how the two differ.
- Every length: men's swim trunks with a compression liner, all with the Aqua-Liner.
Questions About the 3 Inch Cut
What is a 3 inch inseam, and where do 3 inch swim trunks sit?
It's the leg length of our shortest cut, 7.6 cm. On the body, 3 inch swim trunks end well above the knee, which shows off your legs in the water and on the sand. Your waist sets your size, and the size chart lists each one.
Are 3 inch swim trunks too short?
Several reviewers say no. One customer says the 3 inch suits them more than the 5 inch. If you'd rather have the hem at mid-thigh, our 5 inch swim trunks are one step longer, and the 7 inch goes further still, ending just above the knee. Your waist sets the size in all three.
What can you do in 3 inch swim trunks?
Swim laps, surf, paddle, play beach volleyball or lounge by the pool. A 3 inch leg leaves your stride free, 4-way stretch gives as you move, and the liner holds its position while you swim. On most styles, the zip side pockets keep a key or card with you as you move from the water to the sand.
What colors and patterns does the 3 inch range offer?
Plenty. The 3 inch range covers solid shades such as black, navy and white, plus bright pinks, reds and purples and multicolor prints. The color filter on this page sorts the grid by shade. Solids keep the look plain, while prints like Hyper Fern Azure add a burst of pattern.
Can you match 3 inch swim trunks with a partner's swimwear?
Yes. Our His & Hers Matching Swimwear collection sets a men's pair beside a women's style in one matching print. If your print comes in the 3 inch, you can keep the short cut for your half of the set. One customer wears the same print as their partner's bikini, and the matching sets draw friendly comments.
Do 3 inch swim trunks have the same liner and zip pockets as the longer lengths?
Yes. Every length has the Aqua-Liner, air release vents and a tapered leg. Zip pockets come on most styles in all three lengths; certain Luxe styles leave the side pockets open and fasten with a button and zip. Standard styles in every length also tie at the front, with gold Tucann pendants on the drawstring ends.
Are short swim trunks like the 3 inch in style?
Reviewers think so. One customer finds the 3 inch stylish, and a partner prefers it to the longer board shorts worn before. Another prefers the fit and style of the 3 inch to the typical baggy swimsuit look. If you want a short cut with some color, the 3 inch range runs from solid black to bright multicolor prints.
Do you need compression shorts under 3 inch swim trunks?
No. The Aqua-Liner sits inside every 3 inch pair, so the compression layer comes with the trunks. Its swim material is soft and stretchy, and the compression it gives is mild. One reviewer finds the liner comfortable and secure as they move. Pull the pair on as it comes and head for the water.
How do I wash a 3 inch pair?
After the beach or pool, rinse away sand and salt, then hand wash only in warm, soapy water. Skip the washing machine, which can harm the zippers, logo and hardware, and skip the tumble dryer, which can harm the fabric. Lay the pair flat to dry in the shade.
Is US shipping free on 3 inch swim trunks, and how do returns work?
US orders over $100 ship free. Below that, a flat standard rate applies, and FedEx Express is offered at checkout for faster delivery. Taxes and duties are added up front at checkout, not on arrival. Returns are accepted for 30 days from delivery on unworn pairs with their tags still attached.
