From navy and white polkadots, to stripes of vibrant blue and green and more subdued greys, Nordical has trunks for every type of gent. Nordical founder and Gold Coast local Duncan Roberts set out to create a men’s lifestyle brand that encompassed the carefree way of Scandinavian living – the result is a colourful collection of boardies with a distinct element of quality and sophistication. The laid-back surfers need not be turned off – these board shorts are designed to be functional, rugged and sturdy enough to support even the most active of dudes.

The contrasting Australian and Nordic styles make for some pretty rad looking trunks. The functional design means you can wear them as casual everyday shorts, get them salty with a sunrise surf, or get limber in them with a game of backyard cricket (whatever you’re into). Legend has it that if you don the Nordical trunks you’ll embody the strong, audacious seafarer spirit of the Vikings – so, with the many bearded gents among us already halfway there, you’d best get your hands on a pair and submerge into Viking greatness. You’ll be kind of like Thor, but way cooler.