By Mélinda Mettai
We are getting very close to the summer and so we start picturing ourselves in a swimsuit (hopefully by the beach or an infinite pool). Do you know what your actual swimsuit is made of? Probably from fabrics made of plastic like nylon. We know the damage of plastic in the environment, this is why we are making a curation of brands that use innovative or natural materials to respect our environment for you. Scroll down the page to discover.
Ohoy swim is a scandinavian brand with a focus on simplicity and a responsibility to look after the environment.
They made their swimwear from regenerated plastic and fishing nets collected from the sea.
Available here.
Clō is a sustainable Barcelona-based brand.
They create swimsuit with fabrics made in Italy with ECONYL® regenerated nylon made out of waste that’s been rescued from landfills and oceans around the world.
Available at closeries.com
Peony Swimwear
Peony is an independent, family-run business.
They care about the environment and social impact of the fashion industry. That’s why their swimsuits are made of lining developed in-house using Oeko Tex Standard 100 certified recycled yarn that it is exclusive to peony, and ECONYL® regenerated nylon.
Available at Net-a-Porter.
Araks
Araks is a conscious brand that aspire to be sustainable in all their decision from the sourcing of their material to the relationship they have with their customers.
They have been selected to be a part of the CFDA + Lexus Fashion* Initiative. Through this program, they received education and mentorship surrounding issues of sustainability.
Available at reve-en-vert.com.
Matia Beachwear
Matia beachwear offers a collection of minimalist aesthetic and timeless designs to underline the natural beauty of a woman body.
All their collection are crafted in Portugal with luxury Italian fabrics to ensure a long-term wearability.
Available at matiabeachwear.com.
Ocin
Ocin is committed to positively impact their communities, earth and oceans.
They use 100% recycled polyesters from plastic bottles saved from landfill and recycled nylon in their fabrics.
Available at reve-en-vert.com.
Gil Rodriguez
Gil Rodriguez describe themself as a slow fashion brand.
Their garments are made locally by skilled workers making a living wage in a safe environment. They choose the highest quality fabrics, from local mills whenever possible. Design classic silhouettes that will flatter for years to come.
Available at gilrodriguez.com.
Akoïa Swim
Akoïa Swim is on a mission to make the most sustainable bikini ever. Each piece from the making to the sending is 100% plastic free. They are trying to up-cycle their excess material to make a by product.
All bikini are naturally dried, made of organic cotton and plastic free.
Available at akoiaswim.com.
Matteau
Matteau is an elegant brand that put every effort on being and learning more about sustainability.
Their swimwear are produced with Repreve recycled nylon yarn made from waste that is generated in the fibre manufacturing process.
Available at matteau-store.com.
Natasha Tonic
Natasha is a one-woman company behind all the designs, pattern making and original prints for NATASHA TONIĆ.
NATASHA TONIĆ is committed to reducing waste and raising awareness about the problem of polyester. As a former partner of the 5 Gyres organization and BASTA CON LA PLASTICA in Italy, NT donated 5% of sales to fight plastic pollution.
All swimsuits are made of blend of Hemp, Certified Organic Cotton and 4% of Lycra.
Available at reve-en-vert.com.
We hope our clean selection speaks to you. If yes, what brand would you choose for your swimwear?
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