This all started on a surf trip to San Pancho, Mexico. We were sitting in a hammock, waiting for the tide to turn, when we realized we were both frustrated by the same thing: there just wasn’t any swimwear out there that made us feel beautiful and could keep up with us in and out of the waves. So we decided to make it ourselves. In 2003, we launched Carve Designs with a few swim pieces. No pinching, no slipping, no adjusting mid-wave. Just beautiful, flattering swimsuits for anything you 
wanted to do. Fast-forward to today, Carve Designs is the beach-inspired brand we always imagined. A full collection of clothing and swim made to inspire women
 to feel effortlessly beautiful in their dynamic, multi-faceted lives. Everything we make is a reflection of who we are—East Coast at heart, with a love for the laid-back confidence of California surf culture. That spirit shows up in every piece we create, from bold prints and classic silhouettes to effortless styles that move from ocean dips to dinner plans faster than you can say “pass the sunscreen.” At the end of the day, we’re here for you, our community of strong, joyful, adventurous women. Thanks for being on this ride with us. We’ll see you out there
 (probably sandy, definitely smiling).

With love,
Jen + Thayer
We Start With One Question:
How Many Ways Can 
You Wear This?

We don’t design in a vacuum, we design for real life. Every piece we make is designed so you can feel beautiful no matter how you wear it. From swimwear that doubles as activewear, to reversible jackets that give you two moods in one, to dresses that feel just as right at the beach as they do at dinner, versatility is built into everything we make. When we’re designing, we’re always asking: how many ways can you wear this AND feel amazing every single time?

WE ARE DISTINCTLY EAST COAST
CLASSIC MEETS WEST COAST COOL

Our style is a reflection of who we are, grounded in the two coasts we’ve lived and loved. We blend the polish and timeless silhouettes we grew up loving from the East Coast and pair it with the ease and attitude of California surf culture. The result is feminine prints on laid-back silhouettes, vintage surf-inspired pieces paired with bold colors, or classic tailored styles that get a boho twist. It’s that blending of the distinct coastal styles that makes every piece unexpected and uniquely Carve. 

CLEAN FASHION, MADE
RESPONSIBLY. NO COMPROMISES.

When we started Carve, we wanted to make sustainability simple—for us, and for you. Protecting the places we live and play shouldn’t mean giving up style, comfort, or versatility. That’s why we’re committed to clean fashion that eliminates toxic chemicals and uses dyes and finishes that are safe for your skin and the planet. We source our materials and fabrics responsibly, reduce waste wherever we can, and design pieces built to last season after season. Feeling good in what you wear should include knowing it was made with care—from start to finish.

Sustainability Isn't A Feature - It's Our Foundation

When Carve Designs began in 2003, we didn't add sustainability to our checklist - we made it our core vision. That hasn't changed.

Sustainability Mission