1. Gatley
A huge selection of Left on Friday, the mix-and-match swim brand from former Lululemon execs.
Pair the scoop-neck Sunday top ($120) with the high-waisted Hi- Tide bottom ($120) in your favourite high-contrast hues. 1136 Commercial Dr., gatley.ca
2. Nettles Tale
Size-inclusive swimwear (from XS to 4X!),made ethically right here in Vancouver.
The Cheeky No Gather Magic bottoms ($69) and sports-bra style Bonnie top ($95) look particularly lovely in leopard. 306 W Cordova St., nettlestale.com
3. What’s Her Face
Made-to-measure reversible swimsuits, customized with your choice of fabrics (ranging from pink gingham to a chicken-and-waffles print).
The Billie top ($70) features an adjustable tie; the extremely cheeky Jett bottoms ($65) bare all. Online, whatsherface.ca
4. Knix
Body-sculpting women’s swimsuits that are also designed to be period-proof.
We’re digging the sporty vibe of the black-and-white Cap-Sleeve one-piece ($125) with a zip front. 2146 W 4th Ave. and 1150 Robson St., knix.ca
5. Londre
These Vancouver-designed suits are made from recycled water bottles—the fact that they’re extremely bum-flattering is just a bonus.
A super low scoop front and open back make the Minimalist suit ($176) a one-piece with serious sex appeal. Online, londrebodywear.com
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