Our swimsuits have a warranty of 18 months from the date of purchase. In order to increase the longevity of your swimsuit, then please see our list below:
1. Understanding your Fabrics –Our swimwear is made up of 80% Polyamide and 20% Elastane.
Polyamide is a man-made fabric that is chosen for swimwear for its strength, durability, resistance to mildew, elasticity, low moisture absorption and increased resistance to abrasion as compared to natural fibres. Although, it is known to pick up dye and soil in laundering, is sensitive to strong sunlight, is predisposed to pilling (or more colloquially known as bobbles, fuzz-balls that form on the fabric.
Elastane is another man-made fabric added to provide strength and elasticity without weight. This elastic is easily damaged by chlorine bleach and heat, may yellow when exposed to light and melts at relatively low heat. With this in mind, the next precautions will allow you to avoid disappointment and/or dissatisfaction and have a swimsuit that you can enjoy for a long time.
2. Avoid too much chlorine – Our swimwear is treated with chlorine resistance to give your suit better wear through swimming pool exposure. Nevertheless, it is always better to safeguard your suit from the effects of chlorine, which is a component of bleach.
3. Steer clear of rough surfaces – Our fabric is very soft and durable but, as with any clothing, rough or jagged edges will scuff and snag. As our swimsuits are full coverage, there is much more opportunity for the suit to come into contact with all kinds of surfaces that you encounter. Therefore, it is especially important to be aware of where you sit, lean, or lay, if you want to keep your suit’s smooth texture. Pool decks are known to wear away your swimwear as they are purposely rough to prevent slipping. If you must sit on the pool side, use a towel to prevent contact.
4. Avoid getting too much lotions and oils on the swimsuit – Exposure to sunscreen, tanning oils and cosmetics can be quite harmful to delicate material and can break down the fabric over time. Rinse any stains immediately, then clean with either vinegar or very mild detergent in a cold water bath for 30 minutes. Aim to apply sun lotions before you wear your suit to allow it to dry first.
5. Follow the Care Label for sashing your swimsuit –Avoid wrapping your suit in the wet towel used to dry you off at the pool, which can contribute to chemical exposure. Hand-wash your swimsuit in cold water, machine washing can cause fabric deterioration. Use mild soap – The fabric is delicate so avoid regular detergent, bleach and even fabric conditioners. Fabric conditioners can even ‘burn’ through swimsuit fabric if over-exposed.
Treat stains directly with spot cleaner. Gently squeeze out the water – We don’t want to ruin the shape so instead of wringing the suit, roll it up to try to remove excess water after washing. Lay the swimsuit out to dry – Find a shaded and well-ventilated space and avoid hanging. Hanging will make water pool at the bottom and stretch out the fibres. This is especially true for our swimsuits that have more fabric (for full coverage) than your typical swimwear. Be careful not to leave the suit exposed to direct sunlight as it will cause some colour damage.
6. Storing your swimsuit – We can often forget that storage or choices of suit can affect the longevity of our swimsuits. Store your suit at room temperature and do not use a plastic container, to avoid mildew damage if the suit is exposed to moisture. Alternate your swimsuits. You should have at least one or two extra swimsuits so that you can give the swimsuit that you used a chance to dry and snap back into place. A 24 hour break is beneficial to the elasticity of your suit.