Where To Shop:15+ Stylish Indie Plus Size Swimwear Brands

“Alpine Butterfly Swim was created to inspire women to wear sexy swimwear and love themselves while wearing a swimsuit. In 2015, after realizing that it was nearly impossible to find a swimsuit for my plus-size niece (that even looked good on her!), I was inspired to create a brand that would remember all women size 8 and up. Alpine Butterfly Swim was created in 2017. It was officially launched in May.

Available up to size 6X.

“The brand features ready-to-wear styles, home, swim, lounge and accessories in sizes XS to 4X. The eponymous brand focuses on using high-quality, cruelty-free materials in bold colors and exceptional textures when designing all of its products.”

Available up to size 4X.

”For us, plus-size bodies are not an addition to a demographic or a segment of the market. They are us and we are you.

We design, develop, and fit test premium activewear specifically for plus sizes L-7X. Our sole focus is to create products with the quality, style, fit and functionality you deserve. ”

Up to 7X size!

A magical and fanciful ready-to-wear brand from the co-founder of Wildfox. Find yourself inside a selkie.

“Since 2017, we’ve been offering the original, best-fitting string bikini on the planet. Featured on The Today Show and Refinery 29. Made in America and founded by plus models, this bikini is more than just a bikini. It’s a movement. Join our thousands of happy customers!”

up to 4X size

“Chub Rub is a brand passionate about creating fat liberation by centering marginalized bodies in boundary-pushing stories. Join us in changing the conversation about bodies and fashion.”

Up to 4/5X size

“After more than 15 years of designing for other big-name brands, we realized that the average Real Woman was not represented in swimwear, so Gyv Me Body was born in 2013. We understand that Real Women have curves, stretch marks, and cellulite.

We cater to women who live life, enjoy life, are mothers, are over 25 years old, are not photoshopped, but embrace their inner beauty and still have the desire to look beautiful, sexy and active. Plus, Gyv Me Body Swimsuits are designed to fit real female curves. ”

Available up to 3X.

“NAKIMULI aims to go beyond the traditions of women’s fashion and explore more imagination, creating fashion-forward garments for forward-thinking young women.

Inspired by colors, shapes and prints, NAKIMULI has created a unique fashion revolution. It embraces self-love on any scale and inspires sisterhood, individuality, comfort, and a lot of intensity. ”

Available in sizes up to 3X.

“Over 20 years of swimwear design and a record of retail bestsellers (by NPD Group) have earned Rod Beatty the title of America’s No. 1 Swimsuit Designer. After 20 years designing for two of the nation’s top swimwear labels, La Blanca and Encore Collection, Rod Beatty debuted his own swimwear brand, Blue Rod Beatty, in 2010.”

True story, many of their most fun swimsuits aren’t available at Plus, so we’ll be watching this space and waiting (in anticipation!) for them to expand their selection!

Sizes are up to 22W.

“The comments, conversations, emails and letters we read from our customers told us a long time ago that we were headed for something bigger. At the center of it all is us, the same founders we’ve had since the beginning, along with customers who are more collaborative and thought-provoking than we could ever hope for. You helped us build TomboyX into what it is today.”

up to 6x

“Nina Charae is a boutique line of luxury swimwear and resort wear dedicated to celebrating the beauty of curvaceous women around the world.

Founded in 2015 by way of Chicago, Illinois, the Nina Sharae brand has been featured in your favorite fashion magazines from GQ to Vogue, and has had its designs featured internationally in top fashion shows.

Please join us as we continue to push the boundaries of diversity by celebrating all shapes and sizes. ”

Available in sizes up to 3X.

“At Nomads, we bridge that gap by offering continuity between sizes with destination-inspired luxury swimwear. We believe everyone should have access to the same styles of clothing, no matter their size. That’s why we offer timeless, elevated swimwear and resort wear styles made from the finest fabrics in sizes XS to 5X.”

Available in sizes up to 5X.

“Phylyda aims to redefine fashion-forward swimwear for everyone, creating perfectly-fitting separates created to combine and celebrate the nuances and diversity of womanhood.

Combining aesthetic design with fit-focused craftsmanship and technology, each piece in Phylyda’s collection is customizable and modern. A woman named Phyllida, who seeks pleasure above all else, knows that she is beautiful because she reaches for a swimsuit that allows her to know herself and truly dive into life. ”

Available up to US 3XL and 42H or 44g chests.

“We make travel essentials. Comfortable enough for the journey, stylish enough for the destination.We believe that fashion and functionality should always go hand in hand, and that packing for a trip should be stress-free. Comfort doesn’t necessarily mean no clothes. ”

Up to S size 22.

“Origami Customs is a customized, handcrafted line of swimwear, lingerie, and more for people of all genders. Our team is made up of individuals with diverse identities and needs. We all bring unique experiences to the table of this company. We all have meaningful experiences with the body-affirming gear we make and sell.”

Up to 5x

“Wild Isles is a woman-owned small business based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After a year of design and development, Wild Isles launched a collection of mix-and-match bikinis in May 2019, designed with fuller busts in mind.”

Bottoms size is from 22 to 24, tops size is up to 44H

“Every suit is made from at least six recycled plastic bottles collected from beaches and streets. We’ve recycled over 750,000 plastic bottles to date, and we’re just getting started.”

up to size 4XL

”Lime Ricky was born after a frustrating experience shopping for swimsuits. Our simple goal was to design swimwear that we would want to wear. ”

up to 4X size

Incorporate trends at any size. We offer on-trend, high-quality designs in sizes US 0-32. A size-inclusive fashion retailer owned by minorities. We thoughtfully design clothing that makes you feel comfortable no matter your size.

“Your next vacation starts here. Statement swimwear and resort wear for women who love leisure and themselves.”

up to 4X size