The 10 Best Women’s Swimsuits Actually Designed for Surfing

Field magazine

Any female surfer (myself included) knows that the search for a good swimsuit is a tedious and frustrating one. Slipping, poor coverage, and unflattering designs make it tricky to hit the all-important mark between fashion and function. But fear not—functional, aesthetic surf swimsuits and surf bikinis do exist.

Each of the brands on this list was born from the notion that the ideal women’s surf suit didn’t exist. The kind of swimsuit that can handle paddling all day, last multiple surf seasons and is made high-quality to avoid any unwanted rashes. When you’re surfing you will probably fall… a lot, which means you want your bathing suit to fit snugly enough to withstand getting tossed around in the white water. A one or two piece swimsuit may better withstand such situations, though quality surf bikinis do exist, too.

The swimsuit brands featured on our list have all been established by surfers for surfers, and the suits they make represent a range of styles from surf bikinis to leggings to booty shorts to crop tops. There’s something for every type of surfer. So the next time you’re in the water, you can focus on wave count instead of wardrobe malfunctions.