With bold cutouts, utilitarian buckles, adjustable straps and a rounded crotch gusset, the Sol Bottom (available from XS to 4XL) is high-cut and high-waisted swimwear made from recycled nylon taken from recovered fishing nets. From empowering bodywear brand Chromat’s collaboration with the artist Tourmaline, named Collective Opulence Celebrating Kindred, the liberating red bottoms are thoughtfully designed for trans femmes, trans mascs, nonbinary people, people who …
Phlemuns is an LA-based and Black-owned fashion label by James Flemons that puts a modern spin on nostalgic style. This holds true for their Dive Brief, mid-rise, draw-string briefs crafted from stretch technical jersey that features pink and white “clouds.” Made in LA, the swimwear garment is a playful take on a classic.
Pieter “Parra” Janssen’s colorful curves and post-pop imagery translate to multicolored apparel and, even more fittingly, swim shorts from the Dutch artist’s own clothing brand, By Parra. These 100% nylon trunks feature a soft mesh inner, rear pockets with closures, patch panels and, of course, Parra’s signature waves.
