How To Care For Swimsuits

Proper swimsuit care helps preserve the fit, color, stretch, and comfort of your favorite women’s swimwear season after season. After swimming, rinse your swimsuit thoroughly in cool, clean water to remove chlorine, salt water, sunscreen, body oils, and sand, all of which can weaken swimwear fibers over time. Gently press out excess water instead of twisting or wringing the fabric, then lay the swimsuit flat or hang it in a shaded, well-ventilated spot to air dry. Avoid drying swimwear in direct sunlight, since prolonged exposure can fade vibrant colors and impact the elasticity of materials like nylon and spandex. A little extra care keeps your one-piece swimsuits, bikinis, and swim separates ready for beach days, poolside lounging, and every spontaneous dip in between. For a deeper swimsuit clean, hand wash the garment in cool water with a small amount of mild detergent made for delicate clothing. Skip bleach, fabric softener, harsh stain removers, and regular laundry detergents, which may break down stretch fibers and affect the softness of the fabric. If machine washing is necessary, place the swimsuit in a mesh laundry bag and select a gentle or delicate cycle with cold water, then remove it promptly and reshape it before air drying. Keep swimsuits away from rough surfaces such as concrete pool edges, wooden benches, and textured towels to help prevent pilling and snags. Rotating between a few swimsuits also gives each piece time to fully dry and recover its shape, making thoughtful swimsuit maintenance an easy part of a more sustainable beach wardrobe.