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Swim shorts, redesigned

The Signature Shorts are protected by Dutch patent NL 2035067. Here's why we redesigned swim shorts, and what we did differently.

The Signature Shorts in Navy Blue

HOW IT BEGAN

Small irritations, at the wrong moments

There was no shortage of swim shorts, yet the same problems kept coming back. A mesh liner that itches and chafes, sand where you don't want it, and shorts that feel uncomfortable the moment you step out of the water.

So we decided to start again. Not from fashion, but from a question: how do you take those irritations away, so you can simply enjoy the moment?

WHAT WE DID DIFFERENTLY

A soft lining instead of a mesh liner

The mesh liner made way for a soft, integrated lining. It sits close without pinching, gives support where it's needed and stays comfortable even when wet.

The lining is made from 85% polyamide and 15% elastane and stays inside the leg in normal wear.

Close-up van de pijp van een navy Signature Shorts met de zachte binnenvoering eronder
The Signature Shorts in Navy Blue

Elastic waistband

Stays up and keeps sand out

The wide elastic waistband sits comfortably, stops the shorts slipping down and keeps sand out while you swim, sit and move.

PATENTED · NL 2035067

From prototype to patent

The Signature Shorts didn't happen overnight. Various prototypes, materials and constructions came first. We test, wear, listen to feedback and adjust where needed.

We applied for a patent in June 2023. It was granted in December 2024: Dutch patent NL 2035067. This protects the construction of The Signature Shorts.

Technische tekening van The Signature Shorts met de elastische tailleband en de zachte voering aangewezen
Naaimachine met garenklossen die grijze stof verwerkt in het atelier in Porto

Production

Made in Porto, Portugal

We produce in the Porto region, working directly with our production partners. That way we can assess materials, fit and construction together and keep improving. From the first sample to final production.

FOR THE PRESS

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The Signature Shorts

WHEREVER THE DAY TAKES YOU.

Designed so you don't have to think about it.

Man in een navy zwembroek van ZAND&ZOUT staat aan de rand van een zeilboot en kijkt uit over de blauwe zee