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It’s more important than ever to support Aussie brands. And as we will winter away and plan for the warmer months, we have the perfect opportunity to shop local for sustainable and cute swimwear.
If we were ever going to splurge on a new set of bathers, surely it’s the summer of 2022. After perhaps the coldest winter in years, a beach party complete with Vitamin D, cute babes and even cuter bathers sounds like an absolute treat.
Though with so many great Australian brands out there, it can tricky to even know where to start when looking for new cossies. So, to take some of the work out of it for you, we’ve pulled together our top 10 favourite Australian swimwear brands, all guaranteed to get you ready for the best summer ever.
Liandra Swim
Liandra Swim
Liandra Swim is an Indigenous-owned swimwear brand, that specialises in hand-drawn prints inspired by our aboriginal culture and designed in-house.
Each print has a story, that is explicitly linked to the collection theme. Their latest swimwear collection, titled “Deep Sea“, is ocean-inspired, with all reversible designs made from eco-friendly materials.
This Cathy One-Piece ($280) is named after Cathy Freeman, as the silhouette was inspired by her 2000 Olympics gold medal winning one-piece bodysuit. In other words: iconic.
Andie Swim is an Australian swimwear brand with a focus on sustainability and finding the perfect fit.
They’re all about “just well-made, well-cut suits that look great, keep everything where it should be, and feel so comfortable — you’ll forget you’re wearing anything at all”. Sounds perfect to us.
We love bathers that boast a slightly different silhouette, like this Sorrento Top ($105) with it’s matching Hipster Bottoms ($85) — that also come in a high-waisted style.
Le Buns
LÉ BUNS
LÉ BUNS is an Australian eco-friendly underwear brand that focuses on comfort and sustainability, using luxe organic cotton in all its designs. And… they make gorge swimwear! They have a super flattering and timeless quality to their swimwear, like this Hadley Multi Way Halter Bikini Pant ($99) and it’s matching top ($119).
Sustainable and high-fashion, how much better does it get?
Baiia
Baiia
Australian Swimwear brand Baiia is pioneering sustainable luxury in the swimwear market with these amazing reversible bikinis that are sustainable and come in inclusive sizing; flattering for all body types. We’re obsessed. This Martinique Reversible Wrapsuit ($269) is one of our faves.
Georgi Swimms
Georgi Swimms
Georgi Swimms is an Australian Swimwear brand that is new on the scene. Its incredible sustainable swimwear is made from recycled lycra and nylon derived from ocean waste — a fab full circle moment. We love this Sienna One Piece ($189) in a very on-trend shade of olive green and flattering waistband with a sexy plunging neckline.
Peony
Peony Swimwear
Peony Swimwear is another incredible Australian brand with a focus on sustainability, and they’re out favourite when it comes to cute patterns and materials. They have some divine floral pieces, but this Marigold Bolero Crop ($220) with it’s matching Marigold Holiday Short ($170) is our current fave.
Sea Level
Sea Level
Sea Level is a swimwear brand focused on providing real-world solutions, one that comes in a range of sizes for every body type.
As an Australian brand that understands not every body is the same, and caters for all. Not only is Sea Level good on the eye, and for your body, the precision contouring swimsuits are made from regenerated nylon that has been upcycled from pre-consumer waste; meaning it’s also good for the environment.
Their cup sizes range from A – G and they come in different shapes such as push up, underwire, multifit and tankini – ensuring that you’re your most comfortable and confident self.
GYRE
GYRE
Australian-made, ethical fashion label Gyre debuted at AAFW in Sydney earlier this year, and are releasing their new resort and swimwear collection, Oceania, on November 1.
This divine Jade One Piece is a part of their new Oceania collection — available for purchase online* from November 1. We love the off-the-shoulder style and softly feminine sea shell print.
*we will update with a link when this product goes live.
FAE
FAE
If you don’t already know about Byron Bay-based sustainable swimwear label FAE, then now is the time to get acquainted. Backed by celebrities like Kendall Jenner, FAE pride themselves on the quality of the sustainable fabric they use and attention to designing styles that fit and flatter a woman’s natural curves. We love Goldie Top Aloha ($99) with it’s matching Koa Bottoms Aloha ($95), as the ultimate glamour meets comfort, from their latest summer 2023 drop. Shop more styles here.
TJ Swim
TJ Swim
Australian swimwear brand TJ Swim, is all about sustainability and giving back. They are always working to minimise their plastic use, and they work with charities to support women and children through their sales. Plus, they make super cute swim shorts!
