4 New York Designers Dive Into Swimwear

by Natasha Wolff | July 1, 2013 12:00 am

The newest offerings this swimsuit season will turn the most loyal city girls into tropical bombshells—even if they never leave the concrete island. Below, a few of our favorite new bikinis by local designers, and where to where them while summering in the city.

Joy Cioci[1] (bikini, $225)

What: The suits from this womenswear brand—Brooklyn Decker is a fan—were influenced by Florida and the whimsy of 1920s synchronized swimming. “Our collection is a reflection of the vivid life beneath the sea,” Cioci says.

Where to wear: The suits’ neoprene fabrics with scalloped edges are cutting-edge, while Cioci’s marine-life prints add just the right amount of beachiness. Show them off at the pool at the Equinox Printing House[2] gym.

Lauren Moffatt[3] (bikini, $210)

What: Moffatt’s swim line features her popular prints. “It has the same aesthetic as the rest of my designs: classic shapes with fun details,” she says. “My suits are feminine with a tomboy streak, so they’re not overtly sexy.”

Where to wear: The collection is perfect for lounging while you snack on lobster and carnitas tacos at one of The Beach’s cabanas at Dream Downtown[4]. Take your pick from heart-print halterneck one-pieces or high-waisted bikinis.

Faherty Brand[5] (top, $130, bottom, $98)

What: The fabric used in twins Mike and Alex Faherty’s suits are truly unique—made primarily from recycled water bottles. Being green was a priority, says Mike. “We developed an amazing material that was as eco-friendly as possible.”

Where to wear: The lightweight, quick-drying suits in subtle but striking patterns are great for doing morning laps at Le Parker Meridien[6]’s rooftop pool, followed by a smoothie at Norma’s or a shake at the Burger Joint.

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Estuaries[8] (bikini, $230)

What: For design inspiration, sisters Zhu Ru and Layla Chen combined their Hawaii upbringing with their present-day NYC lifestyle. The result? Pieces that can be worn in or out of the water. “The key is versatility,” says Chen.

Where to wear: The bikinis, maillots and cover-ups come in bold brights and feature easy yet sexy silhouettes with touches like ruching and color blocking—just right for a plunge at the Soho House[9] pool.

Moffat: Photographed by Christine Blackburn; All others: Courtesy of designers

Endnotes:
  1. Joy Cioci: http://www.joycioci.com
  2. Equinox Printing House: http://www.equinox.com
  3. Lauren Moffatt: http://www.laurenmoffatt.net
  4. The Beach’s cabanas at Dream Downtown: http://www.marblelane.com/beach
  5. Faherty Brand: http://www.fahertybrand.com
  6. Le Parker Meridien: http://www.parkermeridien.com
  7. [Image]: http://www.estuariesny.com
  8. Estuaries: http://www.estuariesny.com
  9. Soho House: http://www.sohohouseny.com

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