Custom Swimwear Manufacturer
Nevear makes custom swimwear for swim brands, resorts and retailers, from a first run of 50 pieces per style to bulk orders of thousands.
Swimwear has to stretch, recover, stay opaque when wet and survive chlorine, salt and sun. Here is what to specify, and how to test a sample before bulk production.
- Minimum order
- Typically 50 pieces per style
- Fabrics
- Nylon or polyester with elastane, quick-dry wovens
- Prints
- Sublimation and digital prints, or solid colors
- Samples
- Typically about 2 weeks
Swimwear we make
- Bikinis: triangle, bandeau and bralette tops; classic, high-waisted and cheeky bottoms.
- One-piece swimsuits, from minimal to sculpting styles.
- Tankinis.
- Swim shorts and board shorts; see also our shorts page.
- Rash guards and swim tops.
- Kids' swimwear.
Swimwear fabrics
| Fabric | Properties | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Nylon with elastane | Soft and smooth, with strong stretch and recovery; less chlorine-resistant than polyester | Fashion swimwear and bikinis |
| Polyester with elastane, or PBT | Holds up better to chlorine and fading; takes sublimation | Pool, training and printed swimwear |
| Recycled nylon or polyester | The same performance from recycled yarn; ask for certified fabric to make the claim | Sustainable swim lines |
| Ribbed and textured swim knits | Texture and extra body | Fashion bikinis and one-pieces |
| Quick-dry woven polyester or nylon | Light and fast-drying, often with a little stretch | Swim shorts and board shorts |
Elastane breaks down over time in chlorinated water, so polyester-rich and PBT fabrics last longer for pool use. Denser knits are more opaque and supportive when wet, which matters most in light colors.
If you want to state a UPF sun-protection rating on a rash guard or swimsuit, the fabric has to be tested to a recognised standard first.
Construction and fit
- Lining: full or front lining; a nude or white lining keeps light colors opaque.
- Swim elastic at the leg openings, neckline and straps, chosen to resist chlorine and salt water.
- Cups and support: removable padded cups, moulded cups or underwire.
- Straps and hardware: adjustable straps, rings and sliders in metal or coated plastic suited to water.
- Seams: stretch seams such as overlock, zigzag and coverstitch, so they move with the fabric.
- Sizing: decide whether tops and bottoms are sold as separates in different sizes.
Prints and branding
- Sublimation for all-over prints on polyester-rich fabric; it works best on light base colors.
- Digitally printed fabric, printed before cutting; a custom print can carry its own fabric minimum.
- Solid colors dyed to your Pantone references.
- Branded hardware, such as custom rings and sliders.
- Heat-transfer labels inside instead of scratchy tags, with your care and fibre details.
- Hygiene liners and swing tags for retail-ready packaging.
Test the sample before bulk
- Try it on wet, in a pool or shower: check the fit, support and how it sits.
- Check opacity when wet, especially in light colors.
- Check stretch and recovery after a few wears.
- Check colorfastness against chlorine, salt water and sun if your customers will use it that way.
Plan around the swim season
Swimwear sells in a short season, so book production early. In the northern hemisphere aim to have stock by spring; in Australia and New Zealand, where summer runs from December to February, aim for stock by September to November. Our Australia and New Zealand guides cover the timing in more detail.
Minimums, samples and pricing
Our minimum is typically 50 pieces per style. Custom-printed fabric and custom hardware can carry their own minimums, so the quote confirms the minimum for your exact spec.
The price depends mainly on the fabric, lining and cups, hardware, printing and quantity. Read what MOQ means, or see how our pricing works.
Tech pack checklist for swimwear
- Measurement chart for tops and bottoms, including cup and strap details
- Shell fabric, lining and composition
- Elastic, cups, underwire and hardware
- Print files or Pantone colors
- Seam and finishing details
- Labels, hygiene liners, swing tags and packaging
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order for custom swimwear?
Typically 50 pieces per style. Custom-printed fabric and hardware can affect it, so the exact minimum is confirmed in your quote.
Which swimwear fabric lasts longest in chlorine?
Polyester-rich and PBT fabrics resist chlorine and fading better than nylon with elastane, so they suit pool and training swimwear.
Can you print my own pattern?
Yes, by sublimation on polyester-rich fabric or by digitally printing the fabric before cutting. The method and any fabric minimum are confirmed in your quote.
Do you make swim shorts and board shorts?
Yes, in quick-dry woven fabrics, with or without a mesh liner. See our shorts page for more.
How long does a sample take?
Samples typically take about two weeks, and the sample cost is stated in your quote. Approve the sample and bulk production follows.
Ready to make your swimwear?
Tell us the style, fabric and quantity. We will confirm the minimum, a sample timeline and the price per piece in your quote.