Nautica Swimwear & Beachwear Guide

Two swim trunk options and one women's swimsuit. That's the current Nautica swimwear selection on Stylino, stripped down to what's actually available with delivery to Cyprus right now. Not thirty products like the full brand catalogue suggests globally. Just the pieces that Politikos and Gruppo Mossialos have in stock for Mediterranean shoppers.

But here's why this matters more than the number implies: Nautica swimwear sits at the intersection of the brand's original DNA (maritime, ocean, sailing) and the one piece of clothing you'll reach for more than any other between May and October in Cyprus. The brand literally took its name from the Greek word ναυτικός. If any category should feel authentic from this label, it's the one you wear into the sea.

This guide covers what's available, what it costs, what to pair it with from Nautica's broader catalogue on Stylino, and how to build a full beach-day outfit without switching brands.

Men's Nautica swim trunks

Two products, two price points, two retailers:

The €25 gap between the two isn't arbitrary. The coral pair from Politikos sits in Nautica's premium swim trunk tier: mid-thigh cut, all-over print, quick-dry NavTech fabric with mesh lining and an internal drawstring. The blue pair from Gruppo Mossialos uses a simpler solid construction at that €60 entry price.

Both follow the standard Nautica swim trunk formula: above-the-knee length (roughly 7-inch inseam on size M), side pockets with drainage eyelets, rear pocket with velcro closure, and an elastic waistband with external drawcord. The kind of construction that holds up after a summer of salt water and chlorine. Nothing groundbreaking, but reliably built for what you pay.

For context: MC2 Saint Barth swim shorts on Stylino run €90–€160. Tommy Hilfiger swim trunks sit around €55–€75. Nautica's €60–€85 range lands right in the middle, below the luxury beachwear brands and comparable to the mainstream preppy options.

Women's Nautica swimwear

One product. Let's be honest about that.

Women's Swimwear Nautica Blue, priced at €35 from Politikos. At that price point, it's the cheapest Nautica item in the entire women's catalogue on Stylino, cheaper than polo shirts (€60), dresses (€80), or watches (€86+).

The women's swim selection is extremely limited compared to men's. If you're looking for variety in women's Nautica swimwear, the retailers that ship to Cyprus simply don't stock a wide range. That said, the €35 price makes it an impulse-friendly pick alongside a polo or shorts order. For more women's beachwear options, the women's shorts collection (4 pairs, €55–€60) fills the gap for cover-ups and poolside wear.

Nautica beachwear beyond the pool

This is where Nautica's Stylino catalogue becomes genuinely useful for beach days. Swim trunks are only half the picture — you need something to throw on when you walk from Mackenzie Beach to a taverna in Larnaca, or from the pool at your Paphos hotel to the lobby bar.

Shorts that work as beachwear:

The cargo shorts (ID 40964) are the beach-day MVP. Beige twill, side pockets deep enough for a phone and keys, casual enough for sand but structured enough for a restaurant. At €90 they're not cheap for shorts, but they'll survive a full summer season.

T-shirts for layering: Nautica's 88 t-shirts (€35–€45) across the men's collection give you lightweight cotton options. A white crew-neck at €35 over swim trunks is the most basic beach-to-anywhere combination that actually looks intentional rather than sloppy.

Polo shirts for evening: When the sun drops and the dress code nudges up half a notch, a Nautica polo at €60–€75 turns swim trunks into a passable dinner outfit. The brand's nautical colourways (navy, white, coral, sand) were literally designed for coastal settings.

What to look for in Nautica swimwear

Not all swim trunks are equal, and the details matter when you're wearing them five days a week through a Cyprus summer:

• Quick-dry fabric: Nautica's NavTech line uses recycled polyester blends that dry in roughly half the time of cotton. Coming straight from the sea to a scooter seat, this isn't a luxury; it's practical.
• Mesh lining: Both swim trunks on Stylino include interior mesh. This provides support without requiring separate underwear and speeds drying.
• Drawstring waist: Elastic waistband with external drawcord means no belt loops and easy adjustment when you're between sizes or eating heavily on holiday.
• Drainage eyelets: Side pocket grommets let water escape instead of pooling. Minor detail, big difference after a swim.
• UV protection: NavTech fabrics offer UPF protection. Relevant if you spend full days on a boat or at the beach without wanting to reapply sunscreen to your thighs constantly.

One thing Nautica swim trunks don't typically offer: zippered pockets. If you need secure storage for a car key while swimming, carry a small waterproof pouch separately.

Styling Nautica for a Cyprus beach day

Here's a complete outfit built entirely from Nautica products currently available on Stylino, priced start to finish:

Total outfit cost: €235–€280 for swim trunks + tee + polo + sneakers. All Nautica, all from retailers that ship to Cyprus — coordinated in the brand's coastal palette without looking like you raided a single rack.

For comparison: the same approach with Tommy Hilfiger runs €50–€75 (trunks) + €42–€55 (tee) + €57–€90 (polo) + €70–€100 (sneakers) = €219–€320. Surprisingly close pricing, though Nautica's colourways feel more naturally beach-appropriate than Tommy's logo-heavy streetwear aesthetic.

How to size Nautica swimwear

Nautica swim trunk sizing follows the brand's standard waist measurements:

The elastic waistband with drawcord provides roughly 2 inches of flex in either direction. If you're between sizes, the lower size gives a tighter sport fit; the upper size gives a relaxed hang.

Key sizing note from the official Nautica guide: measure at your natural waistline (roughly at the navel), not at the hip where you might measure jeans. Swim trunks sit higher than denim.

Both Stylino products come in 6 sizes. Check availability across sizes before ordering; popular mid-range sizes (M, L) tend to sell out faster during peak summer months in Cyprus (June through August).

Read next

• our Nautica Cyprus buying guide for the full brand overview covering all categories and retailers
• the Nautica brand story explaining the maritime heritage behind the swimwear DNA
• the Nautica shirts & polo guide for the tops you'll pair with swim trunks on beach days

Ready to compare? Browse the full Nautica catalogue on Stylino and find swim trunks, shorts, and polos from retailers that ship to Cyprus, all at tracked, compared prices.