Hey, sis! We hope your summer has been amazing to you; full of love, brunches, adventures, sisterhood and sunshine. Even though we only have a few more weeks to enjoy the summer season, there’s still time to schedule that last minute getaway to the beach or to just plan some days by the pool. With the month of August also being Black Business Month, we thought this would be perfect to recognize a few of our favorite Black-owned swimwear brands that we’re loving, and to put you on game as well. Here are five Black-owned swimwear brands that are guaranteed to make you feel and look amazing in the sun and by the water.

Melissa Simone

Melissa Simone was founded in Los Angeles in 2018. Their swim and resort wear is focused on “creating high-quality, luxurious pieces that are inspired by the timeless silhouettes and classic beauty standards of the nineties.” You can find products ranging from high-cut thongs to one-pieces, and string-back bikinis. Melissa Simone Swim successfully blends classic and modern elements to create pieces that feel both new and familiar simultaneously.

Bfyne

Bfyne was brought to life by visionary designer, Buki Ade. It serves as a “tribute to the deep influence of African heritage, vibrant colors, and the untamed allure of nature, all intertwined with the spirit of exploration and adventure.” Through her bold, colorful designs infused with Ghanaian kente and dashiki prints, the brand broke barriers and sparked global conversations around the beauty of diversity. With each collection, Bfyne pushes artistic boundaries and transcends fashion to tell a powerful story of empowerment and self-assurance.

MBM Swim

MBM Swim was founded by its namesake, Marcia B Maxwell, in 2017. She combined her love of structured silhouettes, clean lines, and her love for swimwear when designing her first collection, and is not afraid to add untraditional elements that are typically found on a swimsuit piece. MBM Swim is the perfect mix of elegant, chic, and sexy that is unlike anything else on the market.

Riot Swim

Founded by Monti Landers, Riot Swim brings together Luxe and Minimalism in its swimwear pieces. Their ultra-sexy silhouettes are designed to make you stand out and feel your most confident self, while the buttery, soft fabrics and clean finishing flatters any shape and size. Riot Swim prides theirselves on having pieces for everyone that are multifunctional, stylish, and comfortable.

Matte Collection

As an affordable, luxury, lifestyle swimwear brand, Matte Collection was founded on the idea of “every woman deserves to look and feel her best without breaking the bank.” While keeping all body shapes and styles in mind, they pride themselves on keeping simple, clean, minimalistic looks trendy and beautiful.