Every pair of Budgy Smuggler swimwear is made in our own Sydney factory, not just designed there. That means proper quality control on fabric, print and fit: GRS certified recycled polyester and elastane, SPF 50+ and 80 to 90 hours of chlorine resistance.

Different parts of the world call the same cut different things. Swim briefs, swimmers, bathers, togs and budgy smugglers all mean the same low cut, close fitting style; we just happen to be the brand that put "budgy smuggler" on the map.

What are budgy smugglers?
Budgy smugglers are close fitting men's swim briefs, named with a bit of Australian humour. Read what budgie smugglers are and where the name comes from.

Do budgy smugglers run small?
They are cut close to the body by design, so go by your waist measurement rather than your jeans size. Our mens size chart lists each size from 28 to 40 in centimetres and maps it to Speedo sizes.

Where is Budgy Smuggler swimwear made?
All Budgy Smuggler swimwear is made in our own factory in Sydney. We've had a UK base in London since 2016, so orders ship quickly without waiting on international freight.

What's the difference between Budgy Smuggler swimwear and swimming trunks?
Budgy smugglers are a close fitting swim brief, similar in style to what's often called Speedos. Swimming trunks and swim shorts sit lower on the leg with more coverage. Briefs are the classic cut for laps, sea swims and anywhere you want to move freely in the water.

Why do rugby players wear budgy smugglers?
Pool recovery, sea swims on tour and end of season trips. Players from the Wallabies, the Waratahs and the French Top 14 wear ours. See our rugby swimwear.

Do you ship men's swimwear across the whole UK?
Yes. Everything ships from our London base, and orders placed by 2pm on a business day go out the same day.

Match your swimwear with underwear in the same print, a cap or bucket hat, or browse the full Apparel range.