Andrew & Cole Introduces, Comfortable, Sustainable Swimwear for Summer

With Sustainability and comfort as a top priority, Andrew & Cole is creating a swimwear line that is both fashionable and practical. Siblings Cole and Lara began their journey in the swimwear world as entrepreneurs when they sought a way to eliminate the mesh from swim trunks, finding it uncomfortable and unhygienic. They decided to use this gap in the market to create their own line of swimwear. Today, Andrew & Cole is a thriving e-commerce shop supplying sustainable, comfortable swimwear to Australia and beyond.

Australia’s swimwear market has grown by nearly $40 million in the past four years alone. Sustainable swimwear has also been trending upward according to a study conducted by Statista. The brand has filled a gap in the market, making swim shorts that come without the annoyance of a mesh line. In 2015, siblings Lara and Cole began their search for comfortable swim shorts that did not have a mesh insert. They were disappointed to not be able to find such a thing. After talking to friends and doing some research, they discovered that they were not the only ones who would buy that type of product. It seemed inevitable that there was only one thing to do: make it themselves. With guidance from London-based lingerie designer Nicole de Carle, they invented a new type of swimwear.

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Sustainability was just as important to Lara and Cole as comfort. Finding recyclable materials that are water-resistant, comfortable, and stylish was nearly as difficult as designing the swimwear itself. Inconsistent supply chains for recycled materials and the logistical complexities in working with ocean waste proved to be major obstacles. REPREVE, a company specializing in sourcing and processing recycled plastics, emerged as the perfect partner for the siblings. REPREVE was able to supply recycled PET and other eco-friendly materials with consistent quality that ensured sustainability and quality control. Andrew & Cole still conducts rigorous checks and works closely with REPREVE to incorporate recycled materials into production without compromising on style.

All of Andrew & Cole’s swim shorts are made from 100% recycled PET for top quality, style, sustainability, and comfort. Swim shorts from Andrew & Cole are lined, but not by the pesky, uncomfortable mesh nets in swimwear from other brands. The brand’s Swiss innovation makes for comfortable swimwear that you can breathe in all day long. From the beach to the pool, or a resort, Andrew & Cole’s swim trunks provide a high level of quality and comfort. The brand has also branched out into other types of apparel including UV shirts, reversible jackets, pants, and accessories. The same principles of style, comfort, and eco-friendly production extend to all of Andrew & Cole’s styles.

If you are ready to hit the beach this summer in Australia, Andrew & Cole is the place to purchase your new swimwear. This is swimwear you can feel good about, feel good in, and look good in. The sustainable practices, comfortable techniques, and stylish options make Andrew & Cole this summer’s destination for great swimwear. Relax this summer with swimwear made with your comfort in mind.