21 Black-Owned Swimwear Brands to Shop Riiiiiiight Now

First thing that comes to mind when I think of DIARRABLU designs? Straight-up boldness. Count on the brand to serve you ethereal vibes, striking prints, and intricate cut-outs e-v-e-r-y-t-i-m-e. With inclusive silhouettes up to 3X, the line was founded by dreamer Diarra Bousso with the goal of reducing waste.

"Amini" means "belief" in Swahili. Childhood besties Cierra Porter and Aubrey Maggard designed bikinis from their own homes and have since then expanded to a lifestyle brand and community. One thing that has remained the same: The goal of loving people and the planet.

SXA's founder, Sarah Alexis, set out to create gorge swimwear that feels luxurious to wear. The Haitian-American queen spent most of her childhood in the Caribbean, and the ocean was major inspo for the label's colorful, cute suits and resort lewks. Plus, a portion of every purchase goes to the Black Women's Agenda, an org all bout advancing and guarding the rights of Black women. Talk about Black girl magic.

If you're looking for super-affordable, bright pieces to pack for your next beach day, RJ Swim is right up your alley. The Brooklyn-based brand offers made-to-order collections featuring drawstring sets and cover-up skirts in fun colors.

Wanna hit the beach or lounge poolside while flexin' like Alicia Keys or Taraji P. Henson? Then you need to head to Bfyne and add to cart ASAP. In 2013, the modern brand was founded by Nigerian-American fashion designer Buki Ade and is known for eclectic and tribal-inspired hand-sewn suits.

Riot Swim offers minimalistic pieces that'll mentally transport you into a tropical island somewhere far, far away. This one-piece is a bestseller, with hundreds of customers gushing over it in the comments, like this rave review: "My God, this is the most wonderful swimsuit I have ever been in and I live in swim attire. Never going back!"

Matte collection is a celeb fave (Jordyn Woods and Lori Harvey are just some of its customers, fyi)! They're always working with the coolest endorsers, and you can easily see why it's so popular with its luxe-looking yet inexpensive designs. One reviewer shared this about the Simon set: "I'm petite so it's always hard to find swimsuits. However, these swimsuits have changed the game for me! I ordered this swimsuit in my first order and haven't stopped since lol. The one pieces own my heart ❤️."

The Miami-based brand was founded in 2019, and it has colorful smocked pieces that stand out whether you're in the water or just staying on the shore.

Rich and bold in both color and cut, Andrea Iyamah celebrates her Nigerian culture through her standout designs. I mean, the thick braided straps make this two-piece piece anything but basic.

Created by Shay Johnson and Paula Hess, this New York City-based brand makes limited production runs of its suits and uses deadstock material to give pieces that special vintage feel.

A luxury swimwear brand inspired by the '70s and '90s aesthetics, wearing one of Castamira’s pieces is sure to make you feel like your most confident self. The brand was founded by former Wilhelmina model Chantel Davis, so each piece looks amazing from all angles.

Each of Jade's minimal styles has at least one interesting cut to it that sets it apart from other swimsuits you typically find. But even more impressive is its commitment to sustainability; the brand uses recycled materials, biodegradable packaging, and eco-friendly dyes.

The name means "sandy cheeks" in French (how cute?!). Designed by SoCal native Dominique Celine, you'll find tons of alluring yet sustainable options with this label, like this asymmetrically cut-out two-piece.

A reviewer raved about the Emmy bikini top: "OBSESSED WITH THIS TOP! I am a DDD and it fits perfectly, it's so sexy and fits so beautifully! My favorite top for sure."

The designs from IconSwim are both unique and affordable, so you don’t have to empty out your wallet to get yourself an eye-catching bikini. Plus, it has an endless array of options like cover-ups and accessories for the perfect beach day. One impressed reviewer called the Closing In swimsuit "very comfortable," and surprisingly wearable for active aquatic activities: "I wore while jet skiing and didn’t have a nip slip." V impressive!

Actress and entrepreneur Draya Michele is the mastermind behind this brand that’s taking over Instagram. You'll find plenty of strappy, printed bikinis and one-pieces on the site, so you won't have any trouble finding one that speaks to you.

Reign Studio was specifically designed for women with larger busts. The U.K. cup sizing (just make sure you convert to U.S. sizing beforehand!) goes from F-KK and the dress sizing ranges from 8-18. Love to see the inclusivity!

Xhale Swim, founded by Jessica Wong, offers handmade pieces to wear for any beach or poolside plans. Also, most of its swimwear is reversible, so you’re really getting a two-in-one deal when you shop here!

Lemlem’s mostly blue, red, and yellow-hued printed swimsuits are perfect for spring and summer. The brand also does its part to help local artisans across Africa thrive, empowering and employing women in the growing textile and fashion industries across the continent.

Created by a group of friends who shared their love of travel and cute swimwear, they naturally went on to make their own brand. The site offers colorful designs featuring details like cutouts, ties, one-shoulder silhouettes, and more.

A reviewer says this about the Rocsi suit: "Great fit and quality! Excellent customer service! Needless to say, I will be buying more swimsuits from this company!"

Asherah Swimwear is for the goddesses in all of us. Seriously, this 'kini is part of its "goddess" collection, so it's the truth! Step into summer with one of these gold-accented designs.