Sunny Singapore offers its residents a never-ending summer, with delightful rays of sunshine smiling down all year-round. Given the island’s spread of sea and sand to bask in, along with endless choices of clubs, resorts and pool sides to cool off at — swimwear in Singapore has certainly become a prominent wardrobe staple.
For those looking to make a sustainable splash in town with trendy, eco-friendly swimwear, Expat Choice goes before you to pave the way ahead! These six homegrown labels have been on a forward-thinking mission to produce recycled and slow fashion pieces — giving wearers a chance to strike out in style, and simultaneously support progressive movements towards saving our beautiful planet! Image Credit: La Peche Facebook Page
Align Swim
All about timeless and sustainable swimwear — the sleek and stunning pieces from Align Swim are designed in Singapore, and handcrafted by local artisans in Bali, Indonesia. Cut an elegant clean figure without compromising on comfort, and pick from a wide selection available, with choices of trendy colour tones to boot (eg. powder, coral, dusty blue). From togo to bandeau tops — this eco-fashion swimsuit hub is turning out to be the new rave for women! Produced sustainably from Econyl (nylon regenerated from landfill and ocean waste) and Repreve (a performance fibre belonging to recycled plastic bottles), each purchase also arrives in its own reusable storage pouch and 100% biodegradable bag. Soft on your skin and safer for the planet, it’s buttery-silken touch feels like your second-skin! Image Credit: Align Swimwear Facebook Page
a. 67, #05-07 Ubi Rd 1, Oxley Bizhub, Singapore 408730
s. www.facebook.com/alignswimsg
t. +65 81890086
August Society
The attractive line of men’s and women’s swimwear housed at August Society is not just about looking fantastic — it’s about feeling great about what you wear too! This Singapore-based label converts ocean-polluting plastic waste (fabric scraps, bottles, ghost nets) into stylish swimsuits, which are also crafted with in-built UPF 50+ sun protection and run-resistant Lycra Xtralife. Sticking close to their slow fashion philosophy, each piece has been intentionally designed to be reversible. Whether you go funky with tropical prints one day and solid classic hues the next — purchases from AS are sure to become long-lasting, trusty staples for your closet! Image Credit: August Society Facebook Page
a. The Green Collective, #02-18, Funan Mall, 107 North Bridge Rd, Singapore 179105
La Pêche Swim
Bringing females extraordinary swimwear for extraordinary times, La Pêche was dreamt up by its two founders on a giant float in Ibiza. Their exclusive luxury collections are inspired by and made just for you — stylish, smart and talented women who want quality resort and swimwear as part of their holiday wardrobe. The brand sources their recycled fabrics ethically from Italy — but beyond that, they also channel $1 from every purchase towards two commendable causes: Daughters of Tomorrow (a charity empowering underprivileged women) and Project Zero (ocean conservation movement). This is your go-to destination for swimwear designs and products steeped in sensuous sophistication! Image Credit: La Peche Facebook Page
Haikini
For females up to fearlessly chasing waves, Haikini’s line of surf swimwear can be counted on to be the ideal fit. Both cute and comfortable, the functional bikinis are designed for varied water-based adventures — and range from strappy tops which don’t skimp on support to sporty, high-waisted bottoms. Sustainably and ethically produced in small batches — the swimsuits are handmade in Bali (by artisans who are paid a fair wage) and fabric leftovers from the production are constructively upcycled into swimwear protective pouches. If you’re both a pool lounger and an adventure-seeker — there are dual-purposed options available to support surfing or sunbathing sessions! Image Credit: Haikini Facebook Page
Coral Secret
Having started out as a business bringing in ethical Latin American labels, Coral Secret has now expanded to designing their own line of resort-wear. Boho-breezy is the name of the game for this sustainable beach-wear brand — and their collections include summer dresses, Panama hats, beach cover-ups and resort wear, tummy control suits and bikinis. Crafted from planet-friendly materials like natural palm fibres and Lycra (recycled from plastic bottles), their pieces encompass laid-back chic vibes with tropical and floral prints. It’s no longer a secret — this fashion-forward boutique is stocked with high-end swimwear perfectly suited for the eco-conscious and classy-clad women! Image Credit: Coral Secret Facebook Page
a. 112 East Coast Road. 112 Katong Mall #B1-08 Singapore, Singapore 428802
s. www.facebook.com/coralsecret
t. +65 9654 5624
UBU Swimwear
Playing on the mantra of ‘you be you,’ UBU is a sustainable swimwear label for women focussing on an uncomplicated style. Made from ECONYL nylon regenerated from synthetic waste, they even offset their carbon emissions by partnering with Ecologi to plant trees around the world — 1 tree is planted for each product sold. This homegrown brand presents offerings of comfy, classic pieces which enhance good looks and maximise good feels! UBU stands out with an eye-popping array of fashion-friendly bikinis and one-piece swimsuits in primary colours — plus the UPF 50+ fabric ensures a handy dose of sun protection for the outdoors. Expect to be spoilt for comfort-choices from a slew of reversible bathing suits available, and bikini tops and bottoms can also be mixed and matched based on individual preferences. Video Credit: UBU Swimwear
