Good choice! What colours did you get! All are okay to wear in public, except msybe the white ones.

I'm from France too (in the south), and Aussiebum are great to swim. I swim in WJ classic 1.5 and 2.5, and today I tried my new classic 1.5, but in XS size (I usually take S in Aussiebum). I clearly prefer XS !!! Much more support, and sexier because of the low waist... But in WJ size XS doesn't exist.
Here in France you can wear speedos everywhere, in pools or at the beach.
Because I regularly swim outdoor in 1.5 briefs even in winter, I start to have a great tan line... Perhaps I will post a photo when there will be more contrast...;)

nice addition of Europeans...
 

Welcome Monsier Frog!

I"m very happy to see the number of Europeans that are joining our site here!!! Please let out the word about this site! Super excited!

I have always wanted to make a trip out to southern France. I hear it is absolutely stunning gorgeous.

What gay beaches would you recommend?

In France you can wear a speedo in all beaches :)

The best gay beach in Northern France has to be at Berck sur Mer, just north of Camping Ami Ami. It's very friendly there.

Do you not fancy the Hom swim briefs? Also in 1.5 sides. Better quality than the Aussiebums.

I don't know Hom swim brief, but do they make 100% nylon speedos ?
There are not so much brands which sell 100% nylon briefs.
I know there is Caussie, and I think I will try one later in 2 inches side.
Briefs with elastane are not durable enough for chlorinated pools I swim.
I have some of them but I don't use them finally...

Polyester, I think. Surprised you don't know them as they're made in France...