Suno combines New York artistry with African style with its range of sustainable swimwear. Max Osterweis was inspired to launch the label in spring 2009 following post-election violence in Kenya, an African nation Osterweis considers to be his second home. The violence threatened to damage the country's economy and industry, and Osterweis desperately wanted to help. He enlis…

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Miami Swim Week has introduced us to some weird and wonderful swimwear. Some, like the glass Diesel bikini modeled by Kristin Cavallari, are striking but not very smart. However other suits, like Linda Loudermilk's compostable swimsuit, take technology into new, practical directions. The eco-conscious designer claims her plant starch bikini is the first compostable swimsu…

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Vintage style is on show with Natalie Golonka's eco-friendly swimwear line, JungleGurl. Golonka sources vintage fabrics to craft her unique swimsuits. As each one comes from recycled materials, you'll never find someone else wearing quite the same bikini on the beach. The designer's mix of Fijian and Hawaiian heritage makes her perfectly placed to create tropical swimwear de…

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At first glance the swimwear from Eco-Panda looks fun and flirty, but not so different from any other bikinis on the beach. In fact, you'd never guess that these swimsuits are made from recycled fishing nets! The brand takes the recycled nylon fibers from the used fishing nets and blends them with Creora Chlorine resistant spandex to make its colorful eco-friendly swimsuits. As th…

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Few countries know as much about beach fashion as Australia. Aussie swimwear label Emobi has built a loyal worldwide following in just three years for its eco-friendly ethos and flirty retro designs. Designer Jess Salter creates figure flattering one-pieces, playful bikinis and tankinis, and mix-and-match separates to suit all body types. Each piece is made from sun safe UPF 5…

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Eco-friendly fashions usually call to mind itchy fabrics that come in some variation of the color biege. But this hello-sunshine-yellow Kelly B. Tizzi Cut-Out Swimsuit is anything but. The fabric is made from bamboo and an organic cotton/spandex blend so the swimsuit is just as fitting as any other would be. The neck-strap is removable as well if you would prefer a bandeau look. Th…

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