15 LGBTQ+-Inclusive Designer Swimwear Collaborations That Celebrate Diversity
As society becomes more inclusive and accepting of the LGBTQ+ community, many fashion brands are stepping up to showcase their support by collaborating with queer designers and including LGBTQ+ models in their campaigns. Designer swimwear and beachwear brands are no exception, with several collaborations that have been released over the years.
Here is a list of 15 LGBTQ+-inclusive collaborations in designer swimwear and beachwear:
1. TomboyX x Malia Mills: TomboyX is a gender-neutral brand that partnered with Malia Mills for an inclusive swimwear line featuring sizes from XS to 4XL.
2. Chromat x Reebok: Chromat, a brand known for its body-positive designs and inclusive runway shows collaborated with Reebok on a capsule collection featuring athletic-inspired swim pieces.
3. Slowtide x The Phluid Project: The Phluid Project is a gender-free clothing store that teamed up with Slowtide to release an exclusive line of beach towels celebrating Pride month.
4. Wildfang x Gucci: Wildfang’s CEO Emma McIlroy collaborated with Gucci on an exclusive T-shirt design featuring the phrase “Chime For Change” – all proceeds went towards supporting female empowerment causes around the world.
5. Wrangler x Lil Nas X: Country-rap sensation Lil Nas X partnered with Wrangler for his own limited-edition denim collection – he also designed two rainbow-colored shirts as part of the collaboration for Pride Month celebrations.
6. H&M x Love Stories: H&M has always been dedicated to inclusivity which was evident when it launched its first-ever swimsuit collaboration alongside Love Stories–a lingerie company focused on body positivity–in 2018
7. ASOS X GLAAD Collection: ASOS joined forces with GLAAD (Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) on this amazing inclusive collection consisting of several unisex items ranging from t-shirts, hoodies, socks, and underwear.
8. Nike x Off-White: The sneaker giant teamed up with renowned designer Virgil Abloh’s brand Off-White for a capsule collection, which featured a rainbow-colored iteration of the iconic Air Presto silhouette in honor of Pride Month celebrations.
9. Adidas Originals x Alexander Wang: Alexander Wang brought his street style to this collab with Adidas Originals featuring oversized silhouettes and bright colors that are perfect for summertime lounging by the pool or beach.
10. Billabong x Andy Warhol Foundation: Billabong has combined forces with the Andy Warhol Foundation to launch an exclusive range of swimwear that features some of Warhol’s most famous artworks like ‘Campbell’s Soup Can’ and ‘Marilyn Monroe’.
11. Calvin Klein x Raf Simons: Calvin Klein partnered with Belgian fashion designer Raf Simons on a limited-edition line that included monochromatic swimsuits featuring all-over prints of Andy Warhol portraits.
12. Mara Hoffman x Alice + Olivia: Two fashion powerhouse brands came together to release an inclusive swimwear collection designed for curvy women and available in sizes ranging from XS to XXL.
13. Versace x Pride Collection 2021: The luxury brand launched its first-ever pride collection consisting of t-shirts, hats, bags, and accessories adorned with rainbow-colored logos, motifs, and slogans such as “Love Versace” and “Equality”.
14. Carhartt WIP X P.A.M.: This collaboration between workwear brand Carhartt WIP and P.A.M., aka Perks And Mini–a Melbourne based lifestyle label–features unique graphics inspired by both labels’ ethos
15. Eres X Vilebrequin Swimwear Collaboration: Both French brands collaborated on elegant mens’ beach shorts made from eco-friendly materials as part of their efforts towards sustainability in fashion.
In conclusion, these collaborations demonstrate just how much the fashion industry has evolved in recent years, with brands embracing inclusivity and diversity more than ever before. These collections serve as a reminder that fashion can be a powerful tool for change and expression while also being inclusive of all identities.