I like the shorts. I generally wear a 32 and after reading reviews I got the L. It is slightly too large, but It works okay, I just like things to be a little more snug. What I don't like about the shorts is the rise. There is a lot of space between the waistband and the crotch. Again, I prefer it to be more snug. It also cancels out the short inseam, since the shorts still hang to the knee. Otherwise, nice material, fine for swimming and lounging.