Lost
Navy blue Nike swim shorts, size M
Washington DC
Lost
listing
Posted
2 months
ago
Description
I lost my navy blue Nike swim shorts yesterday around 3pm near the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on the National Mall in DC. They’re Nike Swim shorts, size M, quick-dry fabric with a white swoosh on the left leg and a bright orange drawstring. There’s a small bleach mark near the hem and a tiny tear above the back pocket—the two features that help them stand out. The waistband has stretched a bit from sun and chlorine, and I really need them back—they were a gift from my sister and I wear them every summer.
Approximate last-seen location
Washington DC
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