Swim Designer Swimwear

Swim, by the people who brought us Nothing But Water, opened its flagship store at Power Plant Mall, Rockwell, Makati. Swim carries Australian brands like Vix, Sofia, Hermanny and Baku. Sizes range from 4 to 22, with cup sizes from A to DD.

With this one-stop boutique offering bikinis, one-piece suits, cover ups and even accessories, our summer is definitely not over.


Vix by Paula Hermanny

With a celebrity roster of fans that includes Jennifer Aniston, Denise Richards, Eva Langoria, and Heidi Klum, VIX is one of the most sought after swim and resort labels for the sexiest women in the world. VIX has been featured in several major publications including Vogue, Elle, InStyle, People, and Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit Edition.

Sofia for the younger beach-goers (15-25)


Some tops are padded, while some are not, depending on the style. This particular style has green beads sewn at the edges of the details. Designs come is different cuts to suit your own body type. And because most of their swimwear are sold separately, you can playfully mix and match to your liking.

Baku


Unlike the other brands sold in Swim, Baku is also sold at branches of Nothing But Water. The materials used are extremely commendable, and of course, needless to say, I just love the fit of their bikinis.

Hermanny


Okay, I must admit, when I stepped into this store, I saw the most expensive one-piece cut-out suit I have ever seen in the Philippines. I know bikinis are sold internationally well over $150. Especially designer brands like Juicy Couture, Liz Claiborne, etc. but this particular design (see picture above) cost, well, above P10,000. The gold detail is unbelievably amazing, the pads are well placed, and my raving goes on and on. But darn, P10,000 for a one-piece cut-out? Boohoo.

Thank God not all their swimwear are priced like that! The price you can get your matching bikini (still a little expensive but soooo worth it) on the average is, I'd say, around P5000.

Visit their store now so you'd know just why its pricey. I bet you're gonna purchase your pair.

Location: 2nd Floor, Archeology Wing (formerly Independent Lifestyle), Power Plant Mall, Rockwell, Makati City

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Affordable Locally Made Swimwear

So you are in the search for the perfect bikini for your very Asian body--but to no avail. Most of the imported brands have no pads, have big sized bottoms, not to mention more expensive than what you'd like.

Thank goodness local entrepreneurs behind Soak, Cocotini and Fartattu are making their presence felt.


Soak

Tokyo Floral
Intricate florals on a satin feel red halter set with a mix of coco shells for that sexy resort look. Available in S, M, L at P1,400.

Oh-so-padded bikini tops! And the price? A lovely, tempting-to-hoard-it-all P1,500 on the average. And to top your wardrobe, they offer cover ups, too.

Fartattu


It's one thing that their designs are cute, but it's totally another that they can actually customize a swimsuit for you! From P1,500 to a little above P2,000 depending on the details you choose, you can get that perfect bikini you've almost forever searched racks for. Be sure to check out their shorts, beach pants, cover up robes among many great finds, too.

Cocotini


They offer their bikinis at veeerrryyy affordable prices, and they even have extra small to add to the standard Asian sizes. Just like Fartattu, they also accept orders online. To add to the hype, they can also be found in Boracay.

Locations and Websites:

Soak | link | The Ramp @ Shangri-la Mall; Ishq @ Astoria Plaza G/F, Ortigas; Peppered Cherry 2/F @ Serendra, Fort Bonifacio; Pipeline @ Plazoleta Mall Station 2, Boracay | Order Online

Fartattu | link | Rustan's Outlets @ Alabang Town Center G/F, Ayala Center Cebu 2/F, Gateway Mall 3/F, Glorietta 4 3/F, Shangri-la Mall | Order Online

Cocotini | link | Ruth & Esther @ Archeology Wing, Power Plant Mall; Hush 2/F @ Center Mall; Mall of Asia; Nami Boutique @ Boracay | Order Online

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