9 Gender-Neutral Swimwear Brands to Shop This Summer
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If you’re trans, non-binary, or gender nonconforming, swimwear shopping can be an unpleasant and stressful experience. There are frustratingly few brands taking different body types or inclusive sizing into consideration these days, but every year, more options come into the landscape. With summer just around the corner, the possibility of a beach trip or pool day might have you tearing through your closet for something that is poolside-appropriate but offers the coverage you desire. We believe everybody deserves to find swimwear that makes you feel like your most confident and comfortable self.
Here, we’ve rounded up nine gender-neutral swimwear brands that offer unique designs with features like chest binders, extended sizing, compression tops, and more. This is your summer to shine!
Our top picks for the best gender-neutral swimwear brands of 2024:
From TomboyX’s matching sets and bold patterns to Origami Customs size range that goes up to 5XL (!!!), you’ll find something new to wear that’ll hopefully make the whole process easier.
Humankind's suits are constructed from quick-dry, supportive, and ultra soft fabric. This top comes an array of colors and matches perfectly with the brand's patterned swim trunks.
Rave Review: "I was nervous when I bought this swim top. I wanted it to fit but I also wanted to feel comfortable wearing it. When my package came in I tried it on right away and I had straight gender euphoria! Not only does it fit me true to size. (I'm a size 36c and order a Large) but I felt comfortable in it. I didn't feel too girly (especially with the back) and I also felt like my lady bits are supported. There is no padding just as an FYI but that doesn't bother me. No more having to wear a sports bra to the pool. I highly recommend."
Designer Becca McCharen-Tran started the brand in 2010 to celebrate all body types. I mean, have you seen her runway shows? She truly delivers on that message. Her statement pieces are inspired by her architecture background, and they are made sustainably using recycled nylon from old fishing nets and plastic water bottles.
Inspired by swimwear from the ’20s, this label nails the onesie style, and the sizes range from XS to 5X. It even has a special design made for longer torsos, and everything is produced in small batches locally in Portland, Oregon.
TomboyX’s founders, Fran Dunaway and Naomi Gonzalez, started the brand out of their garage and made what they wanted to wear. The swimwear has tons of prints and colors, most often with a bold logo waistband.
Rave Review: "I was recommended Tomboy X by a friend and it was such a relief to find a swim top that fits my queer body! Before now, every swim top I've had has felt like a compromise, but this top fit me exactly the way I wanted it to. I loved it so much, I bought a second one when it went on sale."
Although Sweaty Betty doesn’t tout itself specifically as a gender-neutral swim brand, this style is fit for all bodies. The Lycra material holds its shape better than elastane and allows for full body movement...we call that freedom, baby!
This swim top is for ANYONE. Origami Customs is prioritizing inclusivity and support for all body types and genders. No matter what you’ve got going on on top, this swim top can fit you perfectly with a custom size request. The brand also offers traditional sizing up to a 5X.
Athleta is a go-to for scoop-neck and midkini swim tops that offer a lil coverage and compression for all bodies. We love their amazing designs, too—how fun is this color? But the best part is that these suits give you the freedom to move your body the way you want.
Rave Review: "I love this top. I was looking for something that fit like a sports bra and I finally found it! For someone who gets way too much sun, I love the chest coverage and the back is perfect, it doesn't dig into your skin."
This brand offers both athletic wear and swimwear; the latter category features full-coverage tops with low or high compression, board shorts, rash guards, and brief-style bikini bottoms in contrasting, bold colors.
Rave Review: "Purchased the Tomboier and Swimee and I cant wait to wear both this Summer (never thought I'd say that about a bathing suit!) Glad I read the reviews and sized down. I usually wear a large but the medium fits great, good construction and flattering fit."
Show your pride in a unique way! Pride Mode is a LGBTQIA+ women-owned business that focuses on fun, stylish apparel that represents all walks of life. They also donate a portion of their proceeds to organizations that help support, protect, and celebrate the community.
I'm Cosmopolitan's Associate Fashion Editor and write about any and all trends, major celeb fashion moments, and why wide-leg jeans are basically the best. I originally moved to New York City to audition for RENT, only to find out that the play closed 10 years ago.
Laynie Rouch is the Fashion Assistant at Cosmopolitan where she has a hand in all things fashion. She covers the Scandinavian, Australian and Asian markets as well as homeware, denim, lingerie, and swimwear. In between editorial shoots she contributes to shopping pages and trend roundups online. Laynie has previously worked for Harper’s BAZAAR and InStyle Magazine. Find her on Instagram and follow along!
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