What is Swimwear?
A swimsuit is an item of clothing designed to be worn by people engaging in water-based or water sports, such as swimming, diving, and surfing, or sun-orientated activities, such as sunbathing. Men, women, and children may wear different types.
Below Are The Top Swimwear Shops In South Africa
Granadilla
Address: Store No. 35 Watershed, 17 Dock Rd, Cape Town, 8001
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Phone: 079 885 5395
Seafolly
Address: Breakwater Blvd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 9 PM
Phone: 021 419 6303
Lu-May Exclusive Wear Pretoria
Address: 778 Jacqueline Dr, Garsfontein, Pretoria, 0042
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Phone: 083 256 8261
BeachCult Swim Atelier
Address: Summer Pop Up, V&A Waterfront The Ultimate, CBD, Cape Town, 8001
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 9 PM
Phone: 068 027 0771
The Swimshop
Address: Shop 6A Westville Junction,, 7 Westville Road,, Westville, Durban, 3630
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Phone: 031 266 4449
Beaches Clothing Factory Shop
Address: 68 7th Ave, Kensington, Cape Town, 7405
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 2 PM ⋅ Reopens 2:35 PM
Phone: 021 593 8891
Oggi Activewear
Address: 106 2nd Ave, Kenilworth, Cape Town, 7708
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Phone: 081 781 2390
SPURT
Address: 1st Floor (business suites), South Wing, Hyde Park Shopping Center, Jan Smuts Ave, Sandton, 2196
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:30 PM
Phone: 011 325 5813
Peaches Swimwear
Address: 11 The Straight Ave, Pine Slopes AH, Johannesburg, 2194
Phone: 074 141 0289
The Pro Swim Shop
Address: 630 Duncan St, Hillcrest, Pretoria, 0083
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Phone: 072 217 8559
TYR (SA)
Address: 13 Bell Crescent Westlake Business Park, Westlake, Cape Town, 7945
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 2 PM
Phone: 021 702 0238
Swimma Caps – 100% Silicone Swim Caps
Address: 366 Victoria Rd, Salt River, Cape Town, 7925
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:30 PM
Phone: 021 035 1290
Rainbow
Address: 2, the Promenade, Victoria Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8005
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 6 PM
Phone: 021 438 2087
Kaleiia Bikinis
Address: Unit 6, 323 Main Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8500
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4 PM
Phone: 078 540 7355
Swimma Caps – 100% Silicone Swim Caps
Address: 366 Victoria Rd, Salt River, Cape Town, 7925
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:30 PM
Phone: 021 035 1290
BEACH AND BEYOND
Address: Gateway theatre of Shoping Shop F238, Umhlanga Ridge, Durban, 4321
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 7 PM
Phone: 031 584 7423
It Figures
Address: Cattle Baron Centre, 07 Marais St, Durbanville, Cape Town, 7500
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Phone: 021 975 5095
What is swimwear made of?
Swimsuits are made in various materials, from spandex to Polyester to blends of polyester and spandex, and nylon. Polyester and Spandex are two common swimsuit materials, and each has its own strengths.
What is the best material for swimwear?
Polyester fabric has dominated the competitive swimwear industry for several years. Whether blended with Lycra® or by itself, polyester is the leading fabric for competitive swimwear.
New technologies in polyester have improved the hand and feel of the material, allowing it to surpass other fabrics.
Is it hard to make swimwear?
The good news is that sewing a swimsuit is easier than you think, and it can be SO rewarding to finally make yourself that dream one piece or bikini. Plus, it’s super fun! All you need to be successful in making your own swimsuit are the right supplies, techniques, and a little patience.
How much does it cost to make a swimsuit?
Most retailers mark up their clothes between five and six times (!!) the cost of manufacturing. This means a $35 swimsuit probably costs between R18.01 and R35.85 to produce, and that number includes raw materials AND labor.