Jul 24, 2022

12 Black-Owned Swimwear Lines To Help You Slay Poolside

12 Black-Owned Swimwear Lines To Help You Slay Poolside

Summer is still in full swing, which is why it's only right that you have the perfect bathing suit for every occasion! 

With extra daylight, sun-kissed skin, and the vibes to match, make sure the last two months of summer are as memorable as the first month with the best swimsuits life has to offer. Here at GrindPretty, we are always committed to supporting our very own, so we've rounded up a list of the perfect Black-owned swimwear companies to purchase your gear to end Summer 2022 with a bang!
                                                            Keva J.

Keva J Swimwear

Miami based designer Keva J. has been making women of all shapes and sizes look fabulous, coining the motto Same suit, different bodies, same slay!” You can see celebrities like Ashanti, Ciara, and Sanya Richards Ross rocking these suits!

Founded in 2013 by Nigerian American fashion designer, Buki Ade, this line features some of the hottest hand-sewn suits that we've ever seen! Might we add that some of our faves like Taraji P. Henson and Alicia Keys have also been caught in these one-of-a-kind looks?
This swimwear line is perfect for the babe that knows the power in never having to "do too much." Their minimalistic pieces still turn heads no matter who's sporting them.
For fun, affordable and might we add eclectic swimwear, head over to the Brooklyn-based swimwear brand RJ Swim, they won’t disappoint!


This line has been seen on Hollywood's current it girls like Lori Harvey and Jordyn Woods and offers some of the most luxury looking swimwear pieces with prices that are way more affordable than they look!
Based in New York City and created by Shay Johnson and Paula Hess, this line of swimwear has a limited production run of it's collections so grab yours before they all run out!
The name of this brand is "sandy cheeks” translated in french. SoCal native, Dominique Celine, was on a mission to provide sexy, sustainable options for the baddies looking for swimwear for any occasion.
For those looking to hit the scene with a specific look, this swimwear line is quite the eye for all the babes who ate married to the '70s and '90s aesthetic.
This swimwear line is perfect for the baddie on a budget who knows that the looks do not have to suffer just because you're looking to save some coins. They have it all, from swimsuits, to  cover ups, and everything in between!
Draya Michele is known for serving body, therefore her swimwear line is filled with looks that are sure to turn heads whether you're chilling by the pool or simply taking a stroll across the beach.
Founded by Jessica Wong, this swimwear line features handmade offerings that are perfect for any occasion. It's also great to note that most of their pieces are reversible - talk about a two-for-one type of situation!
Committed to a great cause, this brand is on a mission to help local African artisans thrive by empowering and employing women in the ever-evolving textile and fashion industries across the continent.
Check out the full spread in our Summer 22 issue here!
Written by Shanique Yates, follow @astoldbysly on Instagram