After at least six long months spent indoors, New Yorkers are looking to Central Park, rooftop pools, the Hamptons, and beyond for a bit of sun. Women have beaches full of options: one-piece or two-piece, tankini or bikini, highcut or skirted. But men, too, should consider dressing in accordance with the season. For inspiration, think of Cary Grant frolicking by his Hollywood pool.

For non-Hollywood men, the familiar long trunks will do, but designers offer something a bit more stylish. This year’s swimsuits are remarkably colorful, with bold patterns, and a new wave of accessories to complete the look.

It is said that the boxer-short swimsuit was invented in Saint-Tropez when a young man fashioned a pair from a checkered tablecloth. True to its locale, Saint-Tropez-based Vilebrequin offers bright, Caribbean designs, with paisleys, ferns, coconuts, and sea creatures in abundance. The company also has beach towels ($195) with similar motifs, and beach-appropriate linen shirts ($165). Also, Pucci puts its trademark psychedelic swirls of deep color on men’s beachwear. Both trunks and shirts make dramatic statements, and, even at a distance, are instantly recognizable.

And there’s nothing wrong with showing a bit more leg. Louis Vuitton offers suits in both brief and short trunk lengths, including a chain jacquard brief ($215), as well as sporty silk shorts that resemble an elegant form of the high-school track-team staple – solid colors with contrasting borders. Towels are also available from Vuitton, including ones with checkerwork and circles ($500).

Penguin, which looks to mid-century fashion for inspiration, has a line of swimwear that goes perfectly with a pool party and a Tom Collins. Browns, plaids, and maroons all make an appearance. Cuts are short but arch-conservative, making these a very easy fit for guys who want to make a splash without rocking the boat. In addition, Penguin hats are a smart way to ward off offending rays.

Paul Smith, well known for his clever two and three-piece suits, offers several interesting suits of the one-piece variety, including fern and floral designs and his signature stripes (all $145 atsaks.com). Also take note of Paul Smith’s hats, such as his straw fedora ($200), which calls to mind a gentleman trapped on a desert island.

Parke & Ronen, the brainchild of Israeli designer Ronen Jehezkel and Amherst alumnus Parke Lutter, is a relative newcomer, but brings sharp designs to the arena. Most of the swimsuits are available in a low-rise and most are short – some scandalously so. Snap shorts forgo elastic for a more old-school closure, and are available in solids and prints ($58).