# Waterproof Pocket Swim Trunks The Aquanautia Shorts Protect Valuables from Being Waterlogged By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-05-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquanautia-shorts References: [odditymall](https://odditymall.com/aquanautia-water-tight-seal-swim-shorts) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aquanautia/the-worlds-best-shorts-with-a-waterproof-pocket-aq/) It's quite common to leave your valuables on the beach when heading into the water for a swim which could render them stolen, so the Aquanautia Shorts have been designed to ensure this isn't an issue. Outfitted with a [waterproof pocket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bitplay-aquaseal-waterproof-cube-set), the shorts will let you take your small essentials with you into the water rather than leaving them unattended on the beach. This could include your smartphone, keys, passport or [wallet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peak-design-travel-wallets) to prevent a potential loss from ever being an issue when enjoying time on the coast. The watertight pocket within the Aquanautia Shorts is rated for up to 100 feet, which makes them perfect for extended time in the water, while the [stylish design of the trunks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mack-weldon-x-bather) make them perfect for lounging in afterwards. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Waterproof Beachwear:** Opportunity to design and create more waterproof beachwear that allows individuals to take their valuables with them into the water. - **Waterproof Accessories:** Opportunity to create waterproof accessories that will protect belongings like phones, wallets, and passports from water damage. - **Aquatic Sports Gear:** Opportunity to optimize the design of sports gear worn in aquatic sports to be more comfortable and with waterproof pockets or compartments. ### Where This Applies - **Swimwear Industry:** Companies in the swimwear industry could innovate by creating swimwear with waterproof pockets or compartments for individuals to store their essentials in. - **Smartphone Industry:** Smartphone companies could innovate by creating waterproof smartphones that individuals can take into the water, ensuring their phone never gets water damaged. - **Sports Equipment Industry:** Companies in the sports equipment industry could create water sports gear with optimized designs for comfort and practicality, such as waterproof pockets or compartments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Short Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-short.md) - [Durable Floating Wallet Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planbok-floating-waterproof-wallet.md) - [Self-Inflating Kids Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-swimwear.md) - [Adaptable Summer Lifestyle Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equator-cargo-hybrid-short.md) - [Anti-Connectivity Dry Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slnt-faraday-dry-bag.md) - [Collaborative Summer Protective Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-and-speedo.md) - [Limited-Edition Swim Trunks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mack-weldon-x-bather.md) - [Water-Ready Duffle Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhik-submersible-duffel-bag.md) - [Leakproof Swimwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swimwear-collections.md)