25/08/2026
After a few DMs and comments, I thought I’d clear the air.
By no means am I, as a brand, saying you shouldn’t wear any polyester. I just personally choose polyester for certain activities, being an ocean lover — I find it’s best to wear in the water.
However, if I’m going to be in something all day, like underwear or activewear, choosing something more natural is my preference. Plastic has a place in this world, but like a lot of things, we’ve used it in excess, and it’s now becoming harmful for the ocean and for our bodies. When choosing fabrics, it’s important to think about what you’re doing in them and how long you’ll be wearing them.
My jumpers and t-shirts are 100% cotton — they don’t need stretch, so there’s no point adding polyester. My newest collection, the GOTS-certified range, is 90% cotton and 10% spandex/polyester, as nowadays we’ve become accustomed to spending all day in activewear — it’s trendy and acceptable, so wearing natural fibres makes sense.
But for swimwear, it’s all polyester. Thank goodness Lycra was invented for swimming — who wanted to wear wool or cotton tops like it’s the 1800s? A lot of people surf and free dive in my leggings, and many choose the shorts as they’re more comfortable than a bikini for these activities.
I stand by this Lycra as a sustainable option for water activities — I’ve made it from recycled plastic, so it at least helps clean up the ocean in the process.
