Gender-Neutral Swim Brands
Before heading to one of these fabulous queer beaches, we need to get that swim wardrobe up to par, honey. We went on the hunt for some fantastic gender-neutral brands that will help you be your most authentic self in the most comfortable way possible. Oh, and by the way, your body is perfect as it is! All bodies are beach bodies as far as we are concerned. So what are you waiting for?! Snag a new swimsuit and meet us at the waterfront!
Outplay
“We’re about making a change for the better; leaving this world a little bit better than we found it. The change we want to make is to enhance the confidence in the people we serve by providing them with activewear that empowers them to feel comfortable expressing who they are to the outside world regardless of gender or size. We want you to do YOU with a little bit of help from us.”
The above quote is from the Outplay website and it’s a mission statement we can definitely get behind. Featuring a collection of swim gear in array of basic silhouettes and an accessible color scheme, Outplay offers a wide variety of cuts, styles and compression levels that can worn comfortably by anyone.
Humankind
Humankind was founded by Haily Marzullo, a queer woman who was in search of gender-inclusive swimwear. Designed with every body in mind, Humankind delivers on the promise to make you feel comfortable and confident so you can wear what suits you.
All of their clothes are designed to fit multiple body types and are test worn for swimming and sports activities to ensure durability. All of their garments are designed for use in water and are made of quick-dry fabrics that provide stretch and support.
GenderBender Apparel
GenderBender Apparel was founded in 2018 by Xander Shephard. After making a chest binder for a friend as a favor, Xander was informed of how comfortable the garment was and it struck them how underserved the trans market was, especially for plus-sized individuals.
From a simple line of binders, the brand has expanded to include tucking garments, packers, lingerie, and gender-affirming swimwear in a very inclusive size range.
