If you've been on the fence about diving into luxury swimwear shopping, kindly allow us to give you a hearty shove in the right direction. Luxury bikinis and one-piece suits are perhaps the most easily justified designer clothing purchases. Just ask stylist and fashion expert Audree Kate López who, after years of holding out, finally converted to luxe swimwear brands herself. As she tells InStyle, "the hype is real," for reasons extending far beyond a designer name brand or logo.
Whether you’re currently shopping for swimsuits or are simply indulging in some tropical vacay daydreaming, you’ll find something to love among the 15 luxury swimsuit brands ahead. But first, in no uncertain terms, here's the answer to the number one question about shopping for a luxe swimsuit.
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Is Luxury Swimwear Worth It?
In a word, yes. Like a great pair of boots or the perfect winter coat (minus all those insulated layers), luxury swimsuits tend to cost more money for practical reasons. First and foremost, López points out that, compared to the rest of your warm-weather wardrobe, "your swimsuit goes through a lot." Swimsuits should stay in place through lots of movement, from swimming to jogging to those jumping-in-the-air group photos mandated by most family vacations or girls' trips.
"A high-quality suit will be able to support you, fit your body well in the chest, hips, and butt, stay in place once wet, and last through a swimsuit season if not years to come," López says. Conversely, "cheap swimsuits can be easily damaged, especially by chlorine. They're often partially see-through or not lined correctly and don't always fit your body despite lumpy bra pads or extra ties, clasps, or underwire."
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López points out that in the long run, you'll likely save money by opting to buy a single luxury swimsuit rather than 10 fast fashion suits and suggests you give your swimwear the same investment and consideration you would a great-fitting bra or pair of jeans. On the other hand, a designer logo and a hefty price tag don't automatically make a swimsuit luxurious. For some shoppers, finding a well-made suit in their size is in and of itself a luxury; for others, shaping and support is key, and we kept everyone in mind when choosing the luxe brands below.
If you're ready to say goodbye to suits that sag, shrink in the wash, pinch, squeeze, and otherwise detract from your time in the sun, consider taking the plunge into luxury swimwear, starting with these 15 luxe brands that don't skimp on quality or style.
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Andie Swim
If you’re on the hunt for a classic supportive swimsuit, Andie Swim has you covered. The brand designs one and two-piece suits with a focus on fit so you can spend less time tugging, smoothing, and adjusting your swimwear and more time enjoying yourself with zero nip slip anxiety. The brand also prioritizes sustainability. Its packagingand tags are made from recycled materials and a large selection of its suits are made from recycled nylon.
Andie Swim’s one-piece suits are among the brand’s standout offerings. Available in sizes XXS - XXXL in standard and extended torso cuts, these well-constructed pieces are made for movement and feature streamlined silhouettes in flat and ribbed textures. Priced at around $100 per suit, you can choose the level of support that works best for your body, from underwire to scoop and plunge necklines. Proving its commitment to dressing all women at all stages of life, the brand offers nursing and maternity suits. It has experts available to ensure you’ll find your perfect fit whether you’re heading on a honeymoon, girl’s trip, or family vacay.
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Araks
The ultimate luxury swimwear brand for poolside minimalists, Araks keeps its high-quality bikinis and one-piece suits relatively unadorned, opting to spice up its designs with contrasting piping and clever darting over flashier add-ons like fringe or bling. Minimal though they may be, Araks swimsuits are anything but one-note. thanks to the brand's attention to detail. Asymmetrical necklines, inventive cut-outs, and unexpected and evocative colors like aqua, peach fuzz, and poppy make Araks' luxe swim staples, priced between $230 (for a bikini top or bottom) and $370 (for a one-piece swimsuit), feel modern and timeless.
Araks bikini bottoms and one-piece suits range in size from XS to XXL, while a number of its bikini tops offer bra cup-specific sizing for a supportive and seamless fit. The brand also offers UV protection rated up to UPF 50+ in select styles.
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Bfyne
In our humble opinion, Bfyne is the best luxury swimwear brand if you love a show-stopping swimsuit.Nigerian-American designer Buki Ade, the fashion force behind Bfyne's hand-sewn bikinis and one-piece suits, is an expert as blending West African cultural touchstones like dashiki and kente prints with a dash of Afrofuturism and plenty of attention to detail.
While we love the synchronicity served up by Bfyne's color-blocked and cut-out bikini tops and bottoms, available in sizes XS-XXXL,the brand gives shoppers the option of purchasing separates so they can mix and match these super-saturated pieces to their heart's content.
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Hermès
Swimwear doesn't get more iconically luxe than Hermès. The brand that did quiet luxury before TikTok caught onto the trend stays true to its understated aesthetic when it comes to swimwear — flashy swimsuits these are not. Instead, Hermès' collection of classic jersey-lined bikinis and one-piece suits whispers its luxury status using the fashion house's signature snaffle bit and chain prints and Clou de Selleacetate clasps. Made in France, Hermès swimsuits range from $510 to $695 for both two- and one-piece styles. Unsurprisingly, this luxe brand features international sizing, with its true-to-size swimwear available in sizes 34 - 42.
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Johanna Ortiz
You'll be hard-pressed to find a Johanna Ortiz swimsuit that doesn't feature a stunning sculptural detail from face-framing ruffles to waist-cinching belts and sweeping fleur de lisprints. The brand's bikini tops and bottoms are designed for mixing and matching which is easy to do courtesy of its quietly luxurious color palette and embroidered prints and patterns. Available in sizes XS-XL, pieces range in price from around $250 for separates to roughly $400 for a one-piece suit.
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Kayll
Searching for a dreamy, floral swimsuit with vintage vibes and a modern supportive design? Look no further than Kayll. Locally made in London, the brand's luxe and romantic bikinis and one-piece suits aren't more than peak romantic swimwear, they're also sustainable. Made of ECONYL™, a durable Nylon developed, in part, from recycled ocean plastic, Kayll suits feature handpainted florals in mid- to full-coverage silhouettes.
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Marlies Dekkers
Straddling the line between lingerie and swimwear, Marlies Dekkers imbues its supportively designed suits with an air vintage, pin-up model sensuality in an impressive range of inclusive sizes. Rather than conventional letter sizing, Marlies Dekkers sizes its one-piece suits and bikini tops based on cup size for a truly glove-tight fit, while its bikini bottoms range in size from XS-XXXL.
We especially love this luxury swimwear brand's approach to size inclusivity. While there are plenty of options for shoppers with B and C-cup busts, Marlies Dekkers' bikini tops feature a wide range of styles starting at a D-cup size and up to a size 80 band, making its "extended sizes" feel less like an afterthought and more like part of the brand's DNA — a truly luxe power move. As the cherry on top of its scintillating styles, Marlies Dekkers offers sustainable fabrics in a number of its styles.
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Maygel Coronel
Blurring the line between ready-to-wear fashion and swimwear, Maygel Coronel is, in a word, sophisticated. Its artfully adorned one and two-piece suits feel truly one-of-kind thanks to elegant asymmetry, thoughtful ruching, and, in its latest collection, beautifully constructed rosettes, both small and large. Maygel Coronel balances out its high-fashion feel with practical construction and is available in petite and extended sizing.
Its UV, chlorine, and sunscreen-resistant suits are designed with women’s bodies at the forefront: these swimsuits are meant to fit your body like a glove. Priced at about $300 per suit, each piece delivers the polish of evening wear for truly elevated fun in the sun.
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Miaou
The Y2K force is strong with this one. Unlike the other luxury swimwear brands on this list that pay homage to the silhouettes and style cues of the ‘80s and ‘90s, Miaou’s suits come with a sly sense of humor and color palette straight from the early aughts. In super-saturated shades of neon pink, electric and powder blue, and trippy throwback prints, this brand understands how to deliver Y2K nostalgia without any of the emotional baggage of the era. Its string bikinis, swim tee’s, rash guards, and slinky one-piece suits ditch the size exclusivity of the era they homage with a range of XXS to 4X, depending on style.
Many of Miaou’s suits are made from deadstock fabric or recycled Nylon to reduce the brand’s carbon footprint, and while many of its styles are high on slinky sensuality and lower on coverage, that doesn’t translate to lesser-quality designs. Miaou suits feature supportive underwire tops, adjustable straps, and sturdy hardware closures.
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Oséree
Made in Italy, Oséree swimsuits bring a modern touch to classic silhouettes that shimmer and shine. Latex, paillettes, and glimmering stretch fabrics add a high-fashion edge to balconette bikini tops, slinky string two-piece suits, and high-cut one-pieces. Available in sizes S to XL, Oséree swimsuits are uniquely evocative, making them the perfect choice for a trip that requires statement-making swimwear.
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Peony
Another luxury swim brand that focuses on sustainability, every part of Peony’s romantic suits are made from recycled materials, from its eyelet florals to its secure inner linings. Using regenerated yarn and nylon and sustainably certified manufacturers, Peony crafts luxurious bikinis and one-pieces in dreamy florals, subtle prints, and timeless silhouettes.
The brand’s attention to detail is omnipresent throughout its collection. From delicately ruched fabric to polished piping and vintage-inspired underwire support, each Peony suit, available in XS to XL, feels lovingly handcrafted.
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Sea Level Australia
Founded in 2018, this Aussie brand quickly made a name for itself thanks to its eco-conscious swimsuits' high quality and timeless aesthetic. Sea Level Australia makes many of its contouring and classic pieces from up-cycled nylon sourced from post-consumer waste. The brand prides itself on providing shoppers of all ages with suits they’ll feel and look great in, ranging in size from XS to 20, depending on style.
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Tory Burch
Tory Burch brings many of its most beloved design elements to bear on its swimwear collection. From intricate prints to silhouettes that subtly celebrate the curves and contours of a woman's body, Tory Burch's one-piece suits and bikinis have all the hallmark details that make its clothing and accessories so covetable.
The brand's impeccable attention to detail doesn't end with aesthetics. Available in sizes XS to XL, Tory Burch swimwear features chlorine, salt, and heat-resistant hardware and four-way stretch fabric with 50 SPF sun protection.
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Versace
Versace isn't one of the world's most famous fashion houses thanks to its subtlety, and the brand's swimsuits are just as bright, bold, and daring as its couture and ready-to-wear collections. Whether you're drawn to bubblegum pink and butterfly pastels reminiscent of the Versace x Dua Lipa collab or prefer the brand's classic Grecian motif in a bright Miami color palette, Versace has a wide range of suits to choose from. While the designer label comes with a designer price tag — One-piece suits range from $350 to $1,025. For a bikini top or bottom, prices start at $175 — but you can snag past seasons' designs on sale for less, with select pieces starting at $87.