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The Ultimate List of Sustainable & Ethical Swimwear
As summer is finally here, we have rounded up 50 sustainable eco-friendly women's swimwear brands for every body and budget to make finding that perfect piece, which is also good for the planet, just a little bit easier. As with all our masterlists, if you feel like there is a brand missing from our list, please let us know by dropping us an email or commenting below!
(All the prices in the list are in US Dollars and do not take into consideration shipping costs or the prices of items on sale.)
1. AERIE
Mostly known for their size inclusive swimwear and
colourful prints, Aerie's "Real Good" line uses
recycled plastic bottles and recycled nylon fabrics
in their production.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled & Recycled Materials
$$: Separates from $20, one-pieces from $40
SIZES: XXS-XXL
2. AKOIA SWIM
Akoia Swim's crochet bikinis and one-pieces are
hand-made by artisans in Bali from organic sustainable cotton and the brand uses 100% plastic free packaging.
CATEGORIES: Eco-Friendly, Waste Reducing,
Conscious Processes
$$: Bikinis from $76, one-pieces from $111
SIZES: XS-L
3. ALYNED TOGETHER
Alyned Together's body inclusive swimwear line
uses recycled plastics and the company also donates 1% of their annual sales to ocean conservation.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled & Recycled Materials
$$: Separates from $30, one-pieces from $59
SIZES: XS-XXXL
4. ANEKDOT
Anekdot uses exceptional surplus fabrics such as
ECONYL® and local production in Germany and Poland to create cute bikinis and well-fitting suits.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled & Recycled Materials, Local Production, Waste Reducing
$$: Separates from $68, one-pieces from $158
SIZES: XS-L
5. ARKITAIP
Arkitaip is a mother-daughter duo creating
made-to-order crochet swimwear from linen and recyled linen, lined with ECONYL®.
CATEGORIES: Eco-Friendly, Upcycled & Recycled Materials, Local Production, Waste Reducing
$$: Bikinis from $337
SIZES: XS-L
6. BAIIA
This Australia based swimwear line uses certified
OEKO-TEX 100 recycled nylon and water-based
dyes. Their reversible wrapsuits also mean that you
basically get two bikinis for one.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled & Recycled Materials,
Conscious Processes
$$: Separates from $69, one-pieces from $179
SIZES: XS-L
7. BIKINI EMPIRE
Bikini Empire is a sweatshop free functional
swimwear line created by twin-sisters Monica and
Kelsey. Their collection is ethically produced in Bali.
CATEGORIES: Conscious Processes
$$: Separates from $49, one-pieces from $95
SIZES: XS-XL
8. BIKYNI
With all their fabrics sourced from a recycled nylon
mill in Italy, Bikyni designs and produces all their
timeless minimalist pieces in California. The brand
ensures safe working conditions and fair wages for all of its workers.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Local Production, Conscious Processes
$$: Separates from $58, one-pieces from $110
SIZES: XS-L
9. BODEN
UK based Boden, known for their colourful designs, has released a new planet friendly swimwear collection, which is made from ECONYL®.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials
$$: Separates from $38, one-pieces from $85
SIZES: XS-XL
10. BOLD SWIM
BOLD Swim was created with the goal of empowering and celebrating women. The size inclusive brand uses non-toxic biodegradable fabrics sourced from Brazil to create playful designs in a large variety of colours.
CATEGORIES: Eco-Friendly
$$: Separates from $65, one-pieces from $100
SIZES: S-XXXL
11. BOWER
70's inspired Bower produces all their swimwear
pieces from ECONYL® in Italy. The brand uses sustainable packaging and has partnered with reGAIN to promote clothes recycling.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials, Local Production, Waste Reducing, Conscious Processes
$$: Separates from $69, one-pieces from $168
SIZES: XS-XL
12. CASA RAKI
Casa Raki, an independent boutique brand inspired by South America, produces all their garments in a women-owned and operated factory in Portugal. Their classic pieces are a wardrobe staple.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Conscious Processes
$$: Separates from $94, one-pieces from $212
SIZES: XS-L
13. DAVY J
Davy J produces stylish and durable swimwear made from ECONYL® that is suitable for both sunbathing and active sports. The swimwear company is also focusing on becoming closed-loop by advancing their own recycling efforts.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials
$$: Separates from $75, one-pieces from $175
SIZES: XS-L
14. ELLE EVANS
Australian based Elle Evans makes their bikinis using ECONYL® and does not pre-produce meaning that each individual garment is only made once an order has been submitted.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Waste Reducing
$$: Separates from $75, one-pieces from $57
SIZES: XS-XXXL
15. EM&MAY
Em&May is a Montreal based swimwear label that
makes size inclusive made-to-order swimsuits
and bikinis. The brands mission is to encourage
body positivity while keeping a clean conscience.
CATEGORIES: Waste Reducing
$$: Separates from $33, one-pieces from $89
SIZES: XS-XXXXL
16. FAHERTY
Family brand Faherty uses recycled polyester and
is a member of the 1% for the planet. Additionally,
their reversible swimsuits mean that you are able
to wear each piece two ways.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials
$$: Separates from $66, one-pieces from $165
SIZES: XXS-XXL
17. FISCH
Inspired by the island of St. Barth's, Fisch uses
ECONYL® and each of their pieces is handmade in
Italy. The brand was born from the desire to create
statement swimwear with a superior fit and timeless design while keeping waste out of oceans.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials
$$: Separates from $110, one-pieces from $165
SIZES: XS-L
18. FLORITA
Florita's swimwear is made from certified biodegradable polyamide and is produced locally in Rio. The brand also lets you choose separate patterns for each side of their reversible swimsuits.
CATEGORIES: Eco-Friendly, Local Production
$$: Bikinis from $90, one-pieces from $68
SIZES: S-L
19. FOR THE DREAMERS
Known for their adjustable and reversible swimsuits, For The Dreamers' pieces are produced using ECONYL® and their packaging and tags are made out of recycled materials.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials, Waste Reducing
$$: Separates from $66, one-pieces from $128
SIZES: XXS-XXXL
20. GALAMAAR
Los Angeles based Galamaar designs playful
swimwear pieces that are both elegant and
long-lasting. Galamaar's pieces are produced in
LA using ECONYL®.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Waste Reducing
$$: Separates from $122, one-pieces from $248
SIZES: XS-XL
21. GYKO
GYKO's modular swimwear range has been created so that you can pair bottoms and tops in
different sizes. They also use sustainable fabric
made from regenerated plastic waste and produce ethically in London.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials
$$: Bottoms from $61, tops from $74
SIZES: XS-XL
22. HACKWITH DESIGN HOUSE
Offering classic cuts and a clean asthetic, Hackwith Design Houses's swimwear is made from recycled polyester and hand-made to order locally in Minnesota.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $42, one-pieces from $132
SIZES: XS-XXXXL
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23. HAH
HAH's swimwear collection is made of 30%
renewably sourced ingredients in transparent
ethical factories. Their eco-friendly digital printing
methods mean that all their pieces have the most
intricate designs.
CATEGORIES: Waste Reducing,
Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $38
SIZES: XS-L
24. JESSICA REY
Jessica Rey's entire collection is made using
regenerated materials such as fishing nets. The
brand is committed to ethical production methods
and provides a large variety of swimwear including tankinis and swimming dresses.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $31, one-pieces from $108
SIZES: XXS-XXL
25. LONDRE
Ethically made in Vancouver, Londre's swimsuits
are produced using recycled materials, sourced
from an Oeko-Tex certified factory. The brand
creates pieces that can be worn both to the beach and out in town.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials, Waste Reducing, Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $52, one-pieces from $98
SIZES: XS-XXL
26. MAAJI
Maaji's swimwear is inspired by the sea and made from fabrics produced in Colombia - knitted with premium post-consumer recycled yarn from recovered plastic bottles. They also use eco digital printing which reduced water usage by 98%.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $58, one-pieces from $154
SIZES: XS-XL
27. MANAKAI
Manakai Swimwear's eco-conscious line is created using sustainable techo-fabric made from regenerated nylon. The brand's tropical swimwear is manufactured in the USA and the workers are paid a living wage.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $98, one-pieces from $198
SIZES: S-L
28. MARA HOFFMAN
Mara Hoffman's collection of sustainable swimwear is made out recycled polyester and nylon and produced locally in the United States. The brand has also partnered with a number of organisations pushing for greater sustainability.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Local Production, Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $145, one-pieces from $290
SIZES: XS-XL
29. MARGARET & HERMIONE
Margaret & Hermione's double layered swimwear is made from recycled fishing nets and "designed with humour". Each step of their production is done in Europe and all their tags and packaging is made from recycled and eco-friendly materials.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Local Production, Waste Reducing,
Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $78, one-pieces from $174
SIZES: XS-XL
30. NATASHA TONIC
Natasha Tonic's stunning swimwear is made from
natural hemp fibres that are anti-microbial and UV
resistant, dyed and sewn locally in LA. Their pieces can also double as lingerie or bodysuits.
CATEGORIES: Eco-Friendly, Local Production,
Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $50, one-pieces from $168
SIZES: XS-L
31. NETTLE'S TALE
Canadian brand Nettle's Tale produces honest
size-inclusive swimwear for the everyday human.
Their pieces are made from recycled polyester and produced locally in Vancouver.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Local Production
$$: Separates from $46, one-pieces from $51
SIZES: XS-XL
32. NOW_THEN
NOW_THEN's swimwear is transparently produced from Oekotex® 100 Standard certified ECONYL® and petroleum free Ecoprene. All their pieces are ethically produced by skilled artisans who put their hearts into creating quality garments.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials, Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $119, one-pieces from $124
SIZES: XS-XL
33. OHOY SWIM
Ohoy Swim's bikinis are made from ECONYL® with a focus on Scandinavian simplicity and responsibility, manufactured in a family owned factory in Sri Lanka. 1% of Ohoy Swim's sales go to supporting the recovery of nets by volunteer divers.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $51, one-pieces from $79
SIZES: S-XL
34. PATAGONIA
Outdoor brand Patagonia's swimwear is perfect
for an active lifestyle. Their pieces are made from 83% recycled polyester and produced in Fair Trade certified factories.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $55, one-pieces from $129
SIZES: XXS-XXL
35. PEONY
Peony is an independent family-run business that's pieces are made from recycled fabrics such as ECONYL® and Repreve®. Their feminine swimwear is produced in certified ethical factories and they use biodegradable packaging.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials, Waste
Reducing, Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $90, one-pieces from $210
SIZES: XXS-L
36. PRANA
Prana's swimwear is made using ECONYL® and
produced in transparent factories. Prana, a
champion in sustainable clothing, is also partnered with the Fair Labour Association.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $45, one-pieces from $90
SIZES: XXS-XXL
37. REFORMATION
Reformation's swimwear is made from regenerated fabrics such as ECONYL®. The brand has also made a commitment to turn their whole supply chain more sustainable all the way from raw materials to packaging.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Waste Reducing, Considered Processes
$$: Separates from $58, one-pieces from $98
SIZES: XS-XL
38. RESET PRIORITY
Reset Priority's stylish pieces are made responsibly in Spain from OEKO-TEX® Standard certified ECONYL®. The brand's aim is to exclusive contemporary pieces that are responsible as well as durable.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials, Local Production, Waste Reducing
$$: Separates from $62, one-pieces from $141
SIZES: XS-XL
39. SALT GYPSY
Australian brand Salt Gypsy makes 100% sustainable surfwear. Their pieces are made from 100% ECONYL®, produced locally in Australia and shipped in biodegradable packaging.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Local Production, Waste Reducing
$$: Separates from $89, one-pieces from $139
SIZES: XS-XL
40. SEBASTIEN
Sebastien's beautiful swimwear is produced in a family run atelier in Portugal using certified sustainable fabrics such as ECONYL®. They also offset their shipping carbon cost and use packaging made from recycled materials.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Local Production, Waste Reducing, Considered
Processes
$$: Bikinis from $311, one-pieces from $299
SIZES: S-L
41. SEEA
California based SEEA's vintage inspired pieces
are made from a variety of recycled fabrics and
produced ethically in the United States. The brand's mission is to inspire women to be their best self.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Local Production
$$: Separates from $55, one-pieces from $120
SIZES: XS-XL
42. SHAPES IN THE SAND
Australian label Shapes In The Sand is dedicated to creating swimwear with people and the planet in mind. The brand's pieces are produced from ECONYL®, in local factories and all their packaging is made from sustainably sourced materials.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Local Production, Waste Reducing, Considered
Processes
$$: Separates from $62, one-pieces from $142
SIZES: S-L
43. STAY WILD SWIM
Stay Wild Swim - the passion project of 2 friends
Zanna and Natalie, produces their suits from
ECONYL® in a local factory in London. They also use recycled and recyclable tags and packaging.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Local Production, Waste Reducing, Considered
Processes
$$: Separates from $63, one-pieces from $202
SIZES: S-L
44. SUMMERSALT
Sustainable swimwear brand Summersalt took over 1,5 million body measurements to offer the perfect fit for all body types. Additionally, they use recycled materials in their swimwear as well as packaging.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Waste Reducing
$$: Separates from $45, one-pieces from $95
SIZES: XS-XXL
45. TALIA COLLINS
UK swimwear brand Talia Collins' designs are
created using ECONYL®, they are UV protectant and OEKO-TEX® Standard certified. The label uses biodegradable packaging and produces hair accessories from their fabric offcuts.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Waste Reducing, Conscious Processes
$$: Separates from $90, one-pieces from $200
SIZES: XS-XL
46. TOMBOY X
Tomboy X's gender neutral swimwear collection is quick drying, UV protectant and made from
OEKO-TEX® Standard certified sustainably harvested fabrics. The pieces are also ethically made in majority women-owned factories in China.
CATEGORIES: Eco-Friendly,
Conscious Processes
$$: Separates from $44, unisuits from $89
SIZES: XS-XXXXL
47. TUHKANA
Swimwear label Tuhkana is committed to making
socially and environmentally conscious products.
Their pieces are produced in closed-loop production in Brazil using biodegradable yarn.
CATEGORIES: Eco-Friendly, Local Production,
Conscious Processes
$$: Separates from $55, one-pieces from $140
SIZES: XS-L
48. UND SWIMWEAR
Italian swimwear line UND creates pieces with a
minimal and timeless aesthetic from recycled
Lycra. They produce locally in Italy using suppliers
with a strong commitment towards sustainability.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Local Production, Conscious Processes
$$: Separates from $74, one-pieces from $158
SIZES: S-L
49. VITAMIN A SWIM
Designed and produced in California - Vitamin A's swimwear is made using EcoLux™ and EcoRib®, both of which are fabrics produced from recycled nylon. The brand also uses water reducing printing technology and biodegradable packaging.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Local Production, Waste Reducing,
Conscious Processes
$$: Separates from $78, one-pieces from $154
SIZES: XS-XXL
50. WOLVEN
Wolven's bold bikinis and one-pieces are made from post-consumer recycled plastic. The brand also carbon offsets their operations, uses eco-conscious packaging and WCA certified manufacturers.
CATEGORIES: Upcycled + Recycled Materials,
Waste Reducing, Conscious Processes
$$: Separates from $48, one-pieces from $102
SIZES: XS-XL
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