THE BEST SWIMWEAR EVERY WATER LOVING WOMAN NEEDS
SUMMER IS HERE!!! And let’s just say… beach days are forever my favorite days! When I was a little girl, I would constantly be in the water. Whether that would be tubing in one of Michigan’s inland lakes, or setting sail out on one of the Great Lakes. If you didn’t catch it yet, I’m from Michigan. Hehe! As I grew older, I encountered, what seemed to be, a fairly common problem among women… where do I find a cute suit? And really, it’s not just about finding a cute suit. It’s about finding a cute suit from a business that is ethically moral and upholds amazing standards. Well… lucky for all you ladies reading this blog post… I have found the perfect small business for you!! And it’s called, Indigo Swimwear.
Before I dive into how fabulously amazing this business is, I wanted to pay tribute to the founder of this business herself! Philippa Brenninkmeyer is the lovely lady behind Indigo Swimwear. Philippa was born in California, grew up in Germany, and lived in Australia for a year. A wanderlust at heart, she absolutely loves traveling the world and living an adventurous lifestyle. Throughout all her travels though, she knew in her soul, she was meant to be by the ocean. According to Philippa, “The simple bikini life is all I ever craved.” In 2017, she moved back to Southern California to pursue her dreams and live out her purpose! It was at this time that she created Indigo Swimwear. Her main vision? To help save the ocean one sustainable suit at a time.
So… how does that work? Saving the ocean with sustainable swimwear? Well… it’s pretty AWESOME. All of the swimwear from Indigo Swimwear is created in Encinitas, California… and manufactured in Bali. And each suit serves a purpose!! When you wear a suit from Indigo Swimwear, you aren’t solely wearing a suit. You are supporting the waters, in which you swim, and the creatures you swim with.
Each and every fabric utilized in creating each suit is made with ECONYL yarn, and is 100% regenerated nylon. And how cool is this… each piece of yarn that makes up the fabric comes from old fishing nets and ocean waste. How amazing! But hold up… wait a minute… not only are the suits completely eco-friendly and sustainable… all the packaging is too! But wait… there’s still more amazingness to come! A certain percentage of each suit manufactured goes to beach clean up activities in Bali. These beach clean up activities are fostered through the R.O.L.E Foundation's “Zero Waste to Oceans” initiative. And then a certain percentage of each suit sold goes to local beach clean up intiatives in California, through the Surfrider Foundation. Talk about trying to save our oceans!!!!
Now… let’s talk about the magical package I received from Indigo Swimwear, and what my favorite pieces from the collection are! First and foremost, I want to say thank you to Indigo Swimwear for gifting me these pieces from their collection. While these pieces were gifted to me, all thoughts and opinions on each piece are my own.
Before I start gushing about the lovely pieces I received, I want to share about the packaging of these pieces! The second I opened the mail, I was instantly impressed with Indigo Swimwear because the mailer was 100% compostable! I’m telling the honest truth when I say, this is the first company I have EVER received a package from that had a completely 100% compostable mailer. Once I opened the package, I became even happier!! Each suit was delicately packed into their own canvas pouch. It’s the perfect, little way to pack your suits when you travel. But was that it? Absolutely not! That was a little paper-type water bottle in the package. As I read it, I found out that I was supposed to plant this and wild flowers would bloom!! UM… how fabulous is that?! One of the coolest packages I have ever gotten in the mail. And now onto the magnificent swim pieces inside the package!
Check out this boho-chic sarong! Every girl needs an adorable beach cover up… and this sarong is the perfect choice. With a simple fringed edge and light material, this piece is a necessity for a day of fun in the sun! This sarong is made from 100% sustainable linen, and is created in India. And no need to worry about sizing, as it is a one size fits all piece! Looking to purchase this sarong for yourself? It retails at $45.00.
The Paradise Swimsuit Sunset Stripe
Next up is The Paradise Swimsuit, which is literally one of the cutest suits I have ever seen! With the adorable striping and feminine features, it’s a one piece suit that every woman will love! To talk a little bit more about these feminine features… there is an adjustable tie knot on the front, and the straps frame the back in an elegant way. One of the other feminine features? The cheeky behind! If you’ve ever been to Bali (where this suit is made), you know that this style of suit is the norm. However, if you’re not familiar with these style of suits, just to give you a fair warning… your cute bum will be exposed a bit. Hehehe! This tropical swimsuit is made of regenerated nylon, and ECONYL yarn. For sizing, PLEASE PAY ATTENTION. This suit runs a size small, and you sincerely should order one size up!! I am 5 feet 10 inches tall, weigh around 160 pounds, have a 36B bra size, and I wear an XL… and it fits JUST right. If you are ever uncertain about your sizing, please reach out to the company, as they would be more than happy to help you figure out your size! This lovely piece retails at $129.00.
The Lana Surf Suit in Adventurer
Looking for a more adventurous piece of swimwear? Look no further than The Lana Surf Suit! And guess what?! This surf suit encompasses UV protection! It’s so important to protect your beautiful skin when you’re out enjoying the waters all day. And to talk a little bit about the suit features… while this suit is also created in Bali, it does not have your traditional Bali cheeky bottom… this suit has complete bum coverage! It features a zip up front, which is perfect for the surfer girl inside you. Like The Paradise Swimsuit I talked about above, this suit is also made of regenerated nylon, and ECONYL yarn. This surfer suit runs a size small, as well, and you should order one size up!! This sporty chic piece retails at $160.00.
So… what do you think?! Are you in love as much as I am?! But with the summer getting started, invest in yourself… and invest in our oceans. There truly is nothing better than shopping with a purpose. Trust me, the sea turtles will thank you! Hehehe! Looking to see when Indigo Swimwear releases new suits?! Follow them on Instagram!
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