One boy, two or three pairs of togs Buying boys togs in Australia comes down to three things: the right style for the activity, a snug fit, and sun protection. Most boys end up needing more than one pair, because the togs that suit school swimming lessons are not the ones that suit a long day at the beach. This guide …

One word, two very different things In Brisbane, "grab your togs" means find your swimsuit before you head to the pool. In Manchester, "what tog is it?" means check the number on the duvet label before winter sets in. The same four letters do two jobs, and which one you mean depends on where you grew up. Both meanings …

Two Sydney labels, two different businesses Seafolly was born on Bondi Beach in 1975; Zimmermann began at the Paddington markets in 1991. The choice between them depends on what you want the togs to do. Both labels started in Sydney and both are known around the world, but they are different kinds of business. Seafolly …

Buying togs at the beach chain: now or later? Deciding whether to buy togs at City Beach now or wait for a sale comes down to how replaceable the item is. A plain one-piece will still be there in the next clearance. This season's standout print in a popular size probably will not. City Beach sells many brands under one …