23 Best Sustainable Swimwear Brands For 2022
Swimsuit season is coming soon, so here are some of the best sustainably sourced swimwear companies to help get you started on the right foot. This list will help you to be more eco-friendly in your purchases, so you not only look good but also do good.
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1. Vanessa Sposi
Vanessa Sposi is a designer-run company specializing in creating customer awareness and providing more sustainable options. They are members of the 1% For the Planet, they work with Econyl, and offer OEKO TEX certified fabrics. Check out The Classic.
2. Lulu Ru
Lula Ru is a swimwear company inspired by the 1950s. All fabric is sourced from Eurojersey, turning extra fabric into hair scrunchies.
Instead of shipping their swimwear in plastic, they use canvas bags. Reducing their carbon footprint through donations to conservation and environmental charities. Your favorite might be The Ella Set.
3. Do Good Swimwear
Do Good Swimwear is a minority women-owned company that uses materials made of recycled plastic waste. They reduce waste by producing in small batches and repurposing clothing scraps into hair ties and earrings for women in need. Giving back by having portions of profits go to multiple charities. Maybe you’ll immediately fall in love with The Krystal one piece.
4. Isla in Bloom
Based in Australia this company is all about sustainability and making swimsuits that fit women’s bodies well. They make adjustable swimwear with Econyl fabrics, and linings made from recycled polyester yarn. For the prints, they stick with water-based eco-friendly inks.
They finish it all up with recycled and eco-friendly materials in their packaging. You’ll probably think the Camille Bralette is a fun look!
*5. Samudra Swimwear
Samudra Swimwear started in 2020 and is woman-owned. For fabrics they use Econyl and 100% recycled nylon yarn.
There’s no cloth left behind, and extra materials are used in hair ties or donated to fashion schools. Their manufacturers follow multiple environmentally-friendly policies.
Most packaging is recyclable, and they avoid using plastic as much as possible. You’ll love the double option with this, Mermaid Reversible Bottom.
6. Rixo
Rixo was started in 2015 by two friends Henrietta Rix and Orlagh McCloskey. This company works with small suppliers, so no piece is mass-produced. It uses Q-Nova, a 100% recycled material from waste found in the sea.
Their sustainable swimsuit line is new to their company. You’ll probably really like the Rita swimsuit in the mermaid patchwork print.
7. Wolven
Wolven is a company focused on community and coming together. They make sure that they work with certified ethical production, and they have 100% carbon neutral shipping through investments in carbon offset initiatives.
Fun fact: For every order, one lb. of ocean-bound plastic is collected. They are partnered with Climate Neutral and work with both Clean Hub and One Earth-One Ocean.
Best of all they have a Wolven Pre-Loved page where you can sell and buy gently worn pieces. One unique swimsuit they they have can be worn FOUR WAYS. It’s called the Amalifi Four-Way One Piece.
8. Matteau
Matteau is focused on being timeless and believes in keeping things simple. They have ethical and environmentally friendly supply chains.
Swimsuit materials are made from certified organic cotton, silk and wool sourced from a GOTS certified supply chain. When they are not using naturally renewing resourced material, they turn to Repreve recycled nylon yarn, and Econyl. If you sunburn easily, you might like wearing the Long Sleeve Maillot to protect your skin.
9. Vivida Lifestyle
Vivida Lifestyle works to help people be and feel their best. Through their products this company is full of, well, life.
These people are working hard to help the environment by reducing their carbon footprint, and moving to renewable energy. They provide sustainably resourced goods, with the goal of making better, not more.
Vivida goods are made with Print and dyestuff that meets the OEKO-TEX standard 100 Class 1, with recycled bottles or organic cotton in their material. They package the swimwear in PLA and ship in mailers made of virgin polymer, regran and with a biodegradable additive.
With the owners being surfers, they of course sell wetsuits, rash guards, and men’s swim trunks! If you could only pick one, it would perhaps be the Water Warrior One-Piece Swimsuit.
10. Salome
Salome is ethically produced by women in the Dominican Republic. Their swimwear is made from the Italian fabric ECONYL. Named after the designer’s mother, check out the Josie one-piece swimsuit.
11. Peony
With a love of the ocean and named after the flower meaning summer’s here, who wouldn’t want to check out Peony. Especially when their fabrics are made from 100% recycled products.
They work closely with suppliers to make sure they are ethically run, donating end-of-the-line garments to those in need. They do this while creating timeless pieces.
One thing that stood out was their tips on how to use fewer natural resources while caring for your swimsuit. You definitely should check out their Citrus Tie Side One Piece.
12. Kaylyn Gardner
Kaylyn Gardner is a knitwear company that makes handcrafted swimwear. They use the seeds of avocados in their natural dyeing process.
The two fibers they use are baby alpaca yarn and organic cotton (the yarn doesn’t come from alpacas). The swimline looks like one of the most comfortable looking swimwear and loungewear! The Orient One Piece could be your go-to for this summer.
13. Girlfriend Collective
Girlfriend Collective is about sustainability from start to finish. Swimwear is made from plastic bottles. The manufacturing is done with ethical eco-friendly practices and their core factory is SA800 certified (it’s Fair Trade but for factories).
Not to mention that all the plastic in their material is BPA free and printed with eco-friendly dye. Girlfriend Collective also sells Microfiber bags to catch little particles of plastic that come off your clothes in the wash. Go visit their site and check out the Equator Oasis One Piece.
14. Skin
Founded by Susan Bieschel in 2003, Skin was one of the first sustainable clothing companies. They’ve had a goal of creating comfortable clothes you can wear all day, and so far they’ve crushed it. 90% of products are manufactured in small scale family-owned factories in Peru.
Skin produces swimwear with organic cotton material. They have great sales on swimwear right now. Get a good deal on this June Maillot.
15. Lively
Lively is a brand that wants to inspire you with its sustainably sourced swimwear line. Partnering with ‘I Support the Girls’ is just one of the ways they help the community.
Their swimsuits are made with recycled polyester made from old water bottles. The V One Piece have adjustable straps that you might like.
16. Casa Raki
Casa Raki started in 2018 when Josefina A. Theo decided to bring sustainability to swimwear. Econyl is their material of choice and is even in the lining.
The signature textured fabric is made with yarn from Castor Bean. For care recommendations, they suggest cold water, line drying and natural soap.
Limiting production to prevent waste means you should hurry over and check out the Marina Maillot Striped.
17. Medina
Designed by Lou Medina, these Medina swimsuits are made with Econyl. They keep headquarters and manufacturing in the same city, reducing their carbon footprint.
The 3% of sales they make is donated to non-profit organizations dedicated to save the ocean. The Ocean would be great for long days in the sun.
18. Ayla
Ayla swimwear is not only made with sustainable materials but designed to wear for many summers. Founders Kristi and Heidi make swimwear for those beach days that last into the evening.
They help the community by working closely with small companies in Bali while also cutting down on waste. Their swimsuit material is Repreve which is made with 100% recycled materials. You might immediately want to get the The Classic Swimsuit.
19. Davy J
The first impression you might have of Davy J swimwear is the word, adventure. They design swimsuits for the person on the go.
Swimwear is made with 100% regenerated nylon yarn and made to last. Not only do they make their swimwear to be sustainable, but they also allow you to return it to be recycled, keeping the sustainability cycle going. The Eco Red Cross Back Swimsuit could make almost anyone stand out.
20. Paper London
Paper London began with Phillipa Thackery and Kelly Townsend who collaborate on colorful swimwear made sustainably. Their sustainable sourced swimwear is made with Econyl.
They make their swimsuits for all body shapes. If you select shape D, you can find this nice Maldives Bikini.
21. Jade Swim
Going for a classic edgy style, Brittany Kozerski has created breathtaking sustainable sourced swimwear. Jade Swim uses Econyl material while sticking with solid colors to cut down on water used in dyeing.
All production is waste-conscious, staying local to cut down on emissions and repurposing scraps. They send their products off with 100% recyclable plastic and biodegradable bags. You’ll find a lot of strapless swimsuits to get, like the Yara One Piece.
22. Tide + Seek
Sammy is a surfer who knows that not only do you want something functional, but also good for the environment. That means materials that remove plastic waste from the water.
Tide + Seek also believes in making sure the factories they work with treat their employees fairly. Biodegradable bags are Sammy’s go-to for shipping her products. Try mixing things up with this Jungle Disco Classic Cut Swimsuit.
23. La Porte
Jo Davenport Calica is the founder of this unique sustainably sourced swimwear company. With a no photoshop policy, La Porte works on empowering women while using sustainable materials from Italy. You could potentially enjoy spending all day at the beach in the Jacqueline Square Neck One Piece.
