A few of our recent chapters….
Swim For All Seasons.
Hailing from OH, L*Space Founder/Creative Director Monica Wise realized escaping the dreary winters for FL were happiest in a cute bikini.
Becoming a beach bum, Monica’s grandmother— who built a restaurant empire from just a few dollars investment—said ‘You have to figure out what you’re doing with your life!’
When Wise started her brand, she was a one-woman swimwear show who performed nearly every task necessary to create L*Space—celebrating 20 years in 2020.
The ‘L’ in the name represents the greatest joys— love, laughter, lounging & living life to the fullest.
L*Space has grown from swimsuits to resort wear, lounge wear and lately activewear.
And all came from a grandmother who shared her grit and Monica listened.
Super Sexy. Super Sustainable.
Vitamin A believes style and sustainability are inseparable. Swim responsibly in their comfy bikinis, sustainably made in California from plant-based and recycled materials.
Super Natural. As a proud member of 1% for the Planet, Vitamin A gives back to organizations who work to protect our oceans.
Founded in 2000 by California native Amahlia Stevens, Vitamin A combines feminine design with sustainable innovation. Vitamin A bikinis and bodysuits are designed and made locally in California, in their signature plant-based and recycled fabrics.
Amahlia is inspired by ‘70s California beach style; she’s all about the simple shapes and flawless fit, and a sunny natural sexiness that is in her DNA.
Before Vitamin A, she designed for Patagonia, Levis Strauss and Co, Hollister Co, and Stüssy. Her time with Patagonia Founder Yvon Chouinard inspired her to create her own sustainable swimwear. As Amahlia began to research materials, suppliers told her that there was “no market” for sustainable swimwear. This propelled her to create it herself. In 2006, Amahlia worked with the top mills in Italy, Canada, and California to perfect the process. Four years later, she introduced EcoLux- the first premium swim fabric made from recycled nylon. Today, her vision is quickly becoming industry standard.
A move to New Zealand in '03 let a family of sailing enthusiasts see the need for fun, fresh and functional, protective gear for kids on the water-- something now available.
Launched for the junior sailing market, there was quick expansion from baby to older teens, then adults. This made them an official full family line of swimwear.
But just offering swimwear wasn't enough for founder Liz Eglinton. She committed to sun protection-- suits are rated UPF50+ that means it blocks 98% of all harmful UVA (aging rays) and UVB (burning rays). The sun protection comes from the weave of the fabric (no nasty chemicals are added).
In addition, Snapper Rock commits to Earth sustainability in using recycled materials when available.
Liz's passion anchors in wanting children outside, enjoying nature, exploring in carefree summers while keeping them safe.