Just as Amazon's recommended review style, these are "not too short and not too long". Certainly not in the current knee-length, low-waist board short style, but not 1970's short either. Nice, non-binding drawstring waist. Very good, relatively deep front pockets. Supportive inner mesh lining. My one-star demotion is for a looser-than-expected fit, a slightly scratchy lining and a longer-than-expected drying time. None of these would be grounds for not recommending the suit, though, for someone looking for a simple, lightweight and unobtrusive bathing suit.