Based in: United States

Product range: women’s bikinis, one-pieces, beach bags

The sustainability: Reformation’s swimwear is made from a combination of unsold stock, renewable plant materials and recycled or regenerated fabrics such as Econyl (regenerated nylon). It manufactures sustainably, too, and it really wants you to know it. On each product page, Reformation tells you how much impact the garment has on the environment, giving you the ability to make more educated decisions.

Reformation also invests in programmes that help to replace the resources used – such as the Brazilian Rosewood Amazon Conservation Project.

The Luxe-ness: Reformation’s suits are seriously gorgeous – they were designed to highlight the female silhouette, no matter what size, after all.

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Tuhkana

Based in: Portugal

Product range: women’s bikinis and one-pieces

The sustainability: Tuhkana’s swimwear is made from biodegradable yarn. The yarn is recyclable and can fully degrade in two to five years if, for some reason, it ends up in the rubbish bin. The fabric and pieces are all produced in Brazil with a closed-loop production system, limiting the consumption of natural resources.

The Luxe-ness: The fabrics used in Tuhkana’s pieces contain no products that could be considered harmful to your skin – so you should stay comfortable in them all day. They also look really sleek.

Baiia

Based in: Australia

Product range: women’s bikinis and one-pieces

The sustainability: Baiia’s recycled nylon fabrics are made from industrial and post-consumer waste such as fishing nets, carpets, plastic bottles and other textiles.

The swimsuits are certified Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex – an independent product label for all types of textiles tested for harmful substances – so there are no harmful substances. The fabric supplier, which is based in Italy, uses some of the world’s most efficient industrial systems – less water and electricity is needed.

The Luxe-ness: designed to be flattering for women of all sizes, these handmade pieces have smooth seams that won’t dig in and are really soft. Some of the wrap suits are reversible, giving you the ability to switch your look on a whim. Day to night pool wear, anyone?

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A F L O A T

Based in: US

Product range: one-pieces and bikinis

The sustainability: A F L O A T, which stands for “All For the Love Of an Awesome Tomorrow”, uses sensitive fabrics made of Eurojersey that is committed to reducing water, energy, chemicals and waste.

Reducing plastic waste, the brand uses reusable tote bags with no extra packaging for shipping its swimwear. All the pieces are made and designed in New York in a factory that respects the dignity of the manufacturers.

The Luxe-ness: each piece is made from hi-tech Italian Eurojersey fabrics and double-lined for a brilliant sculpting effect and extra durability. The Eurojersey is breathable for extended wear and extra fine for superior softness.

The swimsuits are also 10 times more chlorine resistant than traditional swimwear, and they don’t pill, where regular wearing can lead to small balls of fluff developing on its surface.

Wearing A F L O A T swimwear will make you feel like an unbeatable superhero as you make your way to the beach or pool. Some of the designs come with sleeves, and the geometric shapes and vibrant colours will be turning heads your way.

Vege Threads

Based in: Australia

Product range: women’s bikinis and one-pieces

The sustainability: all of the brand’s swimwear is made from Lycra and recycled nylon that is created from post-consumer waste with things such as fishing nets that have been pulled from the oceans.

The manufacturing is entirely ethical and carried out in Australia. The brand is also a member of Ethical Clothing Australia, an accredited body which ensures that Australian supply chains are fully transparent about their processes.

Vege Threads is so sustainable that even their shipping service is carbon neutral with all emissions offset.

The Luxe-ness: the trademarked Lycra Xtra Life fabric used in the creation of all of Vege Threads’ swimwear means these pieces retain their shape well (no sagging bits!) and are chlorine-resistant.

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Shapes in the Sand

Based in: Australia

Product range: women’s bikinis, one-pieces, rash guards and scrunchies

The sustainability: made with Italian fabric using Econyl, the materials for all swimwear come from regenerated materials – removing waste from the oceans and our landfills.

The fabrics are printed using a method that requires no water or harsh chemicals. And as for those hygiene liners that new suits come with, Shapes in the Sand has developed a water-soluble liner made from wood pulp and non-toxic inks.

The Luxe-ness: the suits are all handmade, so supply is limited. They sit smoothly on the body and are all made from soft and durable Italian Lycra.

Shapes in the Sand swimwear is also chlorine resistant and holds its shape better than traditional alternatives. The collections are highly evocative – with one returning us to our 1990s obsessions (in the best way possible).

Underprotection

Based in: Denmark

Product range: women’s bikinis and one-pieces

The sustainability: Underprotection’s swimwear is made with 100 per cent recycled polyester. The polyester material used is a surprisingly green option as it is made using between 33 per cent to 53 per cent less energy compared with the energy needed to produce virgin polyester.

It also keeps bottles and plastics out of the ocean. The brand’s swimsuits are also vegan approved and all the packaging is either recyclable or biodegradable.

The Luxe-ness: OK, we know that polyester does not sound super luxe, but the swimsuits are surprisingly comfortable. They are also gorgeous and the cuts are designed to be flattering for women of all sizes – the kind of swimsuits you’ll want to wear as you strut down the street.

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Vitamin A

Based in: US

Product range: Women’s bikinis, one-pieces, beachwear, accessories

The sustainability: the brand uses a combination of a superfine matt jersey swim fabric (that the founder created herself!) that’s made of recycled nylon fibres and Lycra Xtra Life fabric which helps the swimwear keep its shape.

Some prints are created with a waterless digital technology at factories which have been chosen for limiting their electricity and water usage. Vitamin A also donates a portion of their sales to the preservation of marine habitats.

The Luxe-ness: Vitamin A’s swimwear is not only sustainable but stunning. The fabric used has a silky texture, and the swimsuits fit like a second skin. They are double-lined, too, so they don’t go transparent. The pieces are inspired by travel and modern art, so you’ll be feeling truly luxe.

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Bombshell Bay

Based in: Australia, with pieces produced in Bali

Product range: women’s bikinis, one-pieces, surf suits and rash guards

The sustainability: a slow swimwear brand, Bombshell Bay is 100 per cent custom made ensuring that excess stock that would typically get trashed doesn’t exist. As well, the products are made from recycled rubbish found in the ocean – which is not as gross as it may sound as the rubbish is turned into a luxurious Nylon 6 fabric!

The Luxe-ness: the brand was designed to create products that are wearable, flattering, comfortable and confidence-boosting for women of all shapes and sizes.

The fabric, which was created in Italy, is surprisingly soft with luxurious and vibrant prints. The swimsuits also hold-up better than traditional swimsuits. And, because they are custom-made you get to pick your cut and prints – you might even be one of a kind in these.

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