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Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Times
Luxury women's swimwear brands to shop in 2025
Choose from one of the trusted brands below, and you can enter the holiday season relaxed, safe in the knowledge that your swimwear will not only look and feel fabulous but it will also go the distance, seeing you through this summer and beyond. • This article contains affiliate links that can earn us revenue Originally named Hunza, this one-size fits all swimwear brand, known for its unique crinkle-stretch fabric and leggy designs, came onto the swimwear scene back in 1984 under the creative direction of Peter Meadows. It was best known as the brand behind Julia Roberts' cut out mini dress in Pretty Woman. Fast forward to 2015 and a relaunch thanks to new director Georgiana Huddart, and Hunza G became a firm fan favourite among women of all sizes as the clever combination of elastane and lycra is created to grow with your body. Designed to feel like a second skin, Eres was founded in 1968 by Irène Leroux and was the first brand to sell swimwear all year-round. The mission from the start was to liberate women who had suffered years of unsupportive padding, constricting boning and unflattering silhouettes in swimwear. While this Australian luxury brand founded by the sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann initiated as a womenswear and accessories brand, it seamlessly extended into swimwear and now offers its feminine ruffles and signature floral designs across swimsuits, bikini and ethereal, boho-inspired resortwear. A fairly recent addition to the luxury swimwear scene, La DoubleJ started its life as a shoppable online magazine in 2015. Inspired by its history of selling vintage clothing and jewellery, the brand, which produces everything from homeware to hats, is obsessed with all things print, pattern and colour. Inspired by her leotard uniform as a former ballerina, Marysia Dobrzanska Reeves founded luxury swimwear brand Marysia in 2009. Beloved for its signature scalloped edge designs and one shoulder silhouettes, each piece is crafted in Italy and hand-cut in a couture factory. While we appreciate Gucci isn't exclusively a swimwear brand, the new playful collection for summer 2025, which features sporty swimming costumes alongside more sultry cut-out silhouettes as well as the iconic double GG monogram plastered across timeless triangle bikinis, was just too good to not include. Embracing the quiet luxury trend is the Australian swimwear brand Matteau which was founded by the sister duo Ilona Hamer and Peta Heinsen in 2015. Defined by its minimalist aesthetic, dedication to simple yet beautiful silhouettes and muted colour palette, you can invest knowing whatever you buy will be truly timeless. London-based swimwear label Away that Day offers some of the softest fabrications on the market across its high-waisted bikini bottoms and sculpting swimsuits. All the collection is crafted by small manufacturers across the UK and Europe to reduce carbon emissions, and the brand is mindful of using recycled materials and recyclable packaging where possible. Designed as a love letter to summer, all of Peony Swim's whimsical and romantic floral prints are hand sketched and designed in-house at the brand's design studio near Queensland, Australia. Showcasing, floaty linens and delicate frills, each collection tries to encapsulate and bottle the feeling of summer.
Mid East Info
23-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Hushday launches in Dubai: A new era of luxury shopping begins with curated flash sale
A new name is shaking up the luxury shopping scene in the Gulf. After weeks of suspense and a wave of early buzz, Hushday officially launched this week – just days after raising a pre-seed funding of $550k (Dh2 million) -and it's already being described as the future of premium private sales in the region. Born from a simple idea — that luxury shopping should be thrilling, effortless, and always a step ahead — Hushday offers limited-time flash sales on some of the world's most coveted brands, at exclusive prices reserved only for members. Available now in the UAE, and soon across the GCC, introduces a new way to shop: faster, smarter, and with a strong sense of community. No more endless scrolling, no more hunting for deals in crowded malls or waiting for your next trip to Europe. Hushday puts the best of global fashion at your fingertips, blending insider access with digital ease. 'The UAE was the natural place to launch Hushday – a region that understands luxury, embraces technology, and thrives on exclusivity,' says Jennifer Cohen Solal, co-founder and CEO. 'Our model is simple: limited access, limited time, exceptional brands.' From the very first sale, the tone is set: Eres, Faithfull the Brand, Ginette NY, and Rochas headline a first curated drop designed to reflect the platform's DNA — elegance, rarity, and modern femininity. Each flash sale is available only for five days with new drops unveiled weekly, across fashion, beauty, accessories, kidswear — and soon, home décor, electronics, travel and leisure. Access to Hushday is not public. To join, customers need a referral code from an existing member or join the waiting list on the website. Once inside, they unlock a seamless, personalized experience: curated selections, intelligent product suggestions powered by browsing behavior, and loyalty rewards for engagement and referrals. Designed mobile-first and operating from Dubai, the experience is polished yet addictive — sleek visuals, countdown timers, and product pages that evoke more of a showroom than a store. 'We're not just launching a platform — we're creating a new kind of morning ritual,' explains Jennifer Cohen Solal. 'One where shopping is once again exciting, intentional, and a little bit secret.' Hushday is not just for the fashion-obsessed — it's for anyone who appreciates great design, loves a good deal, and prefers curated over cluttered. With regional investors already backing the project, the team — composed of French entrepreneurs Jennifer Cohen Solal, Jean Thillaye du Boullay, and Riad Djabri — plans to rapidly scale across the GCC, with a dedicated mobile app launching soon and exclusive offline events already in development. Whether you're looking for that perfect vacation dress, a timeless piece of jewelry, or a unique designer find, Hushday makes the hunt part of the pleasure — without sacrificing taste or time. To request your invitation, visit
Khaleej Times
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
How to get beach-ready with season's best swimwear
If you've lived in the UAE for as long as I have (since 2005, thanks for asking), you'll be all too familiar with the blink-and-you-miss-it sweet spot of beachability. That small window, twice a year, when the days aren't too hot for lounging on the sand from dawn till dusk, and the sea temperature reads a balmy high-20s. That time is now, which means we can pause all other shopping priorities and turn our attention to swimwear. Swimwear, like lingerie and gym wear, is one category that it doesn't pay to cheap out on, unless you are Gisele Bündchen. For the rest of us, good swimwear can hoick bits up, smooth bits down, and distract from the bits where we'd rather not have bits at all. Yes, under-arm bulge, I am looking at you. My non-negotiables when shopping for swimwear are straps robust enough for decent bust support (or underwired cups if you prefer a tan line-friendly bandeau top), generous bottom coverage, and a luxurious fabric to smooth, sculpt, and support. I've yet to find swimwear that meets this Holy Trinity on high street, but given that baring all on the beach requires wearing next to nothing in full daylight, I am happy to spend on swimwear that I can put on and forget about. The OG of luxury swimwear and a perennial can't-go-wrong option is Melissa Odabash. The UK-based brand has just opened its first UAE store in Dubai Mall, and Melissa's designs – much like the American designer herself – are eternally chic and classic. I've got my eye on the sporty zip-front 'Bellino' one piece (approx. Dh1,265) in zesty clementine this season. In the same category, but even more luxurious, I'd put the Chanel-owned Eres, which has stores in Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates. The French brand's fabrics are unparalleled, and when I put out a call on Instagram for swimwear recommendations, the most elegant women I know all replied with Eres. Happily, swimwear is a category where we no longer need to look overseas to style up beach club days. A slew of Dubai-born brands have made it their mission to respond to the regional client and climate with astute local insight. Launched in 2021, therinós, which means 'summery' in Greek, is the brainchild of Dubai resident Mandy Oikonomopoulou Bosini. Its couture sensibility offers a high-fashion style statement, akin to ready-to-wear, without compromising on fit or form. The 'Grace' style, as a one-piece or high-waisted bikini, has ingenious hidden bust support to make you the most elegant on the beach, while the brand's clever use of ruching flatters women of all ages. Whether you are heading to Abu Dhabi's Anantara Santorini, or Sirene by Gaia in Dubai's J1, therinós embodies Greek chic in the Gulf. Also locally born, and aimed firmly at the body confident, is Salty Swim, founded by UAE media exec Habiba Basiony. Think Brazilian flamboyance in a riot of carnival colours and perfect for the UAE's beach club party scene. Another local favourite is Caha Capo, founded by the effervescent entrepreneur Donna Benton. This season, the brand has a beautiful turquoise in the exact colour of the Abu Dhabi ocean; I'm buying it in the 'Brigitte' one piece (Dh650). The most recommended swim brand on my Insta poll was UK-based Hunza G, the one-size-fits-most label known for its crinkle fabric. Feeling conservative? Opt for its Coverage styles for more bust support, a higher back scoop and a lower-cut leg. Or, to dial things up a notch, the '80s-inspired 'Tiffany' (Dh1,100) has cutout bow detailing down the sides. On that note, judicious cut outs can be surprisingly flattering. Cleverly-positioned cutaways on either side of the rib cage give the optical illusion of a narrower torso and get my wholehearted seal of approval. I recently discovered Istanbul-based OYE Swimwear, available at Ounass, and it's now my go-to for boujie boat days. The chic monochrome one-pieces are the beachwear equivalent of a black-tie gown, albeit with a price tag to match. It might be 38-degrees out there, but in swimwear of this calibre, you'll look hot for all the right reasons.
Fashion Network
05-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
South Coast Plaza welcomes new retailers
California luxury shopping destination South Coast Plaza has announced a wave of exclusive new boutiques and fresh retail concepts set to debut throughout spring and summer. After welcoming nearly 40 boutiques in 2024 alone, South Coast Plaza is poised to surpass that figure this year with an impressive slate of store openings and reimagined spaces that further cement its position as the West Coast's premier luxury shopping hub. Recent highlights include the West Coast flagship for Dior Beauty, the arrival of luxury French swimwear brand Eres, and a new Tiffany & Co. pop-up. Later this spring and into summer, the shopping destination will welcome Ami Paris, Eleventy, and Guerlain, along with new boutiques from Gianvito Rossi, Moncler, Roger Vivier, Sandro, and See's Candies. Fall will bring even more coveted names, including Alo, Skims, and redesigned store concepts for Bottega Veneta, Camilla, Club Monaco, Crate & Barrel, MaxMara, and Tumi. "This spring is an exciting time of growth at South Coast Plaza," said Debra Gunn Downing, executive director of marketing. "These vibrant, new boutiques and dining experiences continue to further elevate the experience for our shoppers and tell the story of Southern California's premier shopping destination.'
Fashion Network
05-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
South Coast Plaza welcomes new retailers
California luxury shopping destination South Coast Plaza has announced a wave of exclusive new boutiques and fresh retail concepts set to debut throughout spring and summer. After welcoming nearly 40 boutiques in 2024 alone, South Coast Plaza is poised to surpass that figure this year with an impressive slate of store openings and reimagined spaces that further cement its position as the West Coast's premier luxury shopping hub. Recent highlights include the West Coast flagship for Dior Beauty, the arrival of luxury French swimwear brand Eres, and a new Tiffany & Co. pop-up. Later this spring and into summer, the shopping destination will welcome Ami Paris, Eleventy, and Guerlain, along with new boutiques from Gianvito Rossi, Moncler, Roger Vivier, Sandro, and See's Candies. Fall will bring even more coveted names, including Alo, Skims, and redesigned store concepts for Bottega Veneta, Camilla, Club Monaco, Crate & Barrel, MaxMara, and Tumi. "This spring is an exciting time of growth at South Coast Plaza," said Debra Gunn Downing, executive director of marketing. "These vibrant, new boutiques and dining experiences continue to further elevate the experience for our shoppers and tell the story of Southern California's premier shopping destination.'
