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Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs and is wearing a size M.

Model: Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs and is wearing a size M.

Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs and is wearing a size M.

Model: Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs and is wearing a size M.

Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs and is wearing a size M.

Model: Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs and is wearing a size M.

Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs, 34B and is wearing a size S top and M shorts.

Model: Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs, 34B and is wearing a size S top and M shorts.

Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs, 34B and is wearing a size S top and M shorts.

Model: Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs, 34B and is wearing a size S top and M shorts.

Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs, 34B and is wearing a size S top and M shorts.

Model: Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs, 34B and is wearing a size S top and M shorts.

Gabrielle works in coral reef restoration and strives to end single-use plastic in her daily routine. She is 5'4", 135lbs, 34C and is wearing a M top and M shorts.

Model: Gabrielle works in coral reef restoration and strives to end single-use plastic in her daily routine. She is 5'4", 135lbs, 34C and is wearing a M top and M shorts.

Gabrielle works in coral reef restoration and strives to end single-use plastic in her daily routine. She is 5'4", 135lbs, 34C and is wearing a M top and M shorts.

Model: Gabrielle works in coral reef restoration and strives to end single-use plastic in her daily routine. She is 5'4", 135lbs, 34C and is wearing a M top and M shorts.

Gabrielle works in coral reef restoration and strives to end single-use plastic in her daily routine. She is 5'4", 135lbs, 34C and is wearing a M top and M shorts.

Model: Gabrielle works in coral reef restoration and strives to end single-use plastic in her daily routine. She is 5'4", 135lbs, 34C and is wearing a M top and M shorts.

Gabrielle works in coral reef restoration and strives to end single-use plastic in her daily routine. She is 5'4", 135lbs, 34C and is wearing a M top and M shorts.

Model: Gabrielle works in coral reef restoration and strives to end single-use plastic in her daily routine. She is 5'4", 135lbs, 34C and is wearing a M top and M shorts.

Gabrielle works in coral reef restoration and strives to end single-use plastic in her daily routine. She is 5'4", 135lbs, 34C and is wearing a M top and M shorts.

Model: Gabrielle works in coral reef restoration and strives to end single-use plastic in her daily routine. She is 5'4", 135lbs, 34C and is wearing a M top and M shorts.
Waterlust Cosmic Coral Shorts fabric detail showing quick dry anti microbial

Cosmic Coral 4 Inch Shorts

$59.00 USD

Educational resources & donation included with every purchase. Learn more.

A print in collaboration with Coral Morphologic, featuring zoanthid soft corals. Zoanthids are a type of colonial soft coral that form honeycomb-like mats of polyp clones that grow over rocks on the reef. Like little flower animals, zoanthids naturally follow the sun in style. They get most of their energy from the sun by hosting symbiotic algae in their tissues that feed them through photosynthesis.

    1. Streamlined pockets on the side of both legs for your phone, wallet, snacks or sunscreen
    2. Fibers mechanically engineered for quick dry, moisture wicking and breathability
    3. Resilient 4-way stretch and recovery for shape retention in and out of the water
    4. 4' inseam with longer length in the back to flatter your curves while keeping you covered
    5. Tag-less, wide waistband for comfort, added security and fold over option
    6. 100% chlorine, sun, saltwater and sunscreen resistant
    7. UPF 50+ sun protection (max rating achievable)

  • 88% Repreve® RPET (recycled polyester made from post-consumer plastic bottles), 12% spandex

UPF 50+ Sun Protection (Max Rating Achievable)

100% Fade-Proof From Chlorine, Sun & Saltwater

Anti-Microbial = Smell-Resistant

Fibers Mechanically Engineered For Quick-Dry & Moisture-Wicking

Made From Recycled Materials

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We lovingly prepare each one of our orders for its journey to you using the best packaging materials we can find with the least environmental impact.

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Free within the U.S. International orders must pay return postage. Exchanges orders can be placed immediately with an instant credit.

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Advocate Apparel Inspired by zoanthid soft corals, in collaboration with Coral Morphologic

Coral reefs contain the most diverse ecosystems on our planet. They provide vital shelter for marine organisms and help protect our coastlines from the damaging effects of coastal storms and waves.

Photo by Coral Morphologic

Zoanthid corals can be found in most tropical water ecosystems, including the waters around the Caribbean as well as the Indian and Pacific Oceans. They form mats of polyps and are referred to as soft corals due to their lack of a calcium carbonate skeleton and fleshy structure.

10% of profits from your purchase of this product are donated to Coral Morphologic

Coral Morphologic is a Miami-based hybrid art/science endeavor. Their art and research aim to capture the beauty of Earth’s most fluorescent forms of life in hopes of inspiring future generations to study, preserve, and restore corals in their ever-changing habitat. 10% of profits from your purchase will go to Coral Morphologic, to continue their research into these vibrant lifeforms and further inspire others through their unique marriage of art and science.

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“Waterlust is doing an incredible job translating the imagery of the underwater world into activewear that is both fashionable and eco-conscious, all while returning profits back to organizations protecting the natural resources we all love. Over the past several years of collaborating with Waterlust, sales of the CMxWaterlust garments have helped us raise critical funding that we've been able to use to advance our multimedia science/art projects like the Coral City Camera that help bring appreciation and public awareness to the surprising biodiversity of Miami's coastal corals and marine life.”

Colin Foord, Founder

Coral Morphologic

Customer Reviews

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Athen (Paw Paw, MI, US)
Very soft and comfortable

The material is very comfortable, smooth and soft. I love the vibrant colors and hope they last as they get washed. 🤞🏻

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Dianachi Frederico (DeLand, FL, US)
highly recommend for everything

This is my third pair. I originally bought these to go under my wetsuit but turns out they are perfect for working out. i am always looking for a good pair of shorts for the hot Florida weather and these are great I do crossfit and they are squat proof which means thick material but not hot. i am 5’1 142 wear a medium

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Sarah Siegel (Carrboro, NC, US)
Don't work for me

I love the concept and the fabric and the design on them. But when I tried to make a swimsuit out of this and the bra top it was incredibly unflattering. It left just little bit of uncovered skin in-between and all my tummy fat pushed out in that space, which of course also made the top of the shorts roll down. Yuck.

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Randy Sroczynski (Palm City, FL, US)
Sockeye Salmon Leggings instead

I haven't had a chance to dive with my new shorts yet. Your Sockeye Salmon Leggings are the most awesome rash guards in existence. Conditions require protection and visibility that Waterlust leggings provide in abundance. The pockets hold my camera and flashlight securely with easy access. And they look totally cool at 45 feet under.

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Sophia Vernholm (Portland, OR, US)
Great shorts

Quality fabric, great colors, super comfy. Love the pockets.

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Mariana (Atlanta, GA, US)
Good fit

Fits nice. I am 5'2", mid-20s, and 143 lbs, a medium suits me good in both shorts and bra top. I like that it has pockets and looks nice with no muffin tops. If you are short and about 140lbs with large chest (DD cup), the L and larger sizes recommended for bra top on the size chart might be too big. It might also have something to do with age. M was perfect for me with no squeezed muffin tops or fat bulges on back.

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