Planning a pool day? Heading to a trendy beach club this weekend? Whatever the occasion may be, we don’t need an excuse to treat ourselves to some new clothes here at Time Out and when it comes to fashion-forward styles, boy do these home-grown brands deliver.
Here are the best home-grown brands in the UAE selling on-trend beachwear and swimwear that are guaranteed to give other beachgoers some serious style envy. Warming: your bank balance may not thank us.
Bare Essentials
Forget trawling around the malls trying to find some reasonably priced swimwear – this boutique brand stocks a wide selection of beautifully designed pieces including Moontide (a celeb fav). And in even better news they offer free delivery across the UAE and same-day delivery in Dubai.
bareessentialsdubai.ae.
Beach City
Inspired by Dubai and its many stunning beaches, this Dubai-based fashion brand is a favourite with Instagrammers and influencers around the UAE. With a massive store in Palm Jumeirah’s Nakheel Mall and next-day delivery across the UAE, you can get your hands on everything from playful co-ord sets to on-trend bikinis that will take you from the beach club to the beach.
shopbeachcity.com.
Cocobum
With free delivery across the UAE, you can shop the latest in luxe beachwear and swimwear brands from Dubai-based shop, Cocobum. Founders and sisters Cyrielle and Charlotte Verstuyf hunt for beautiful labels to suit all body types, styles, and personalities and you’ll be dreaming about sipping on coconut water on a sandy white after browsing their online store.
cocobum.com.
Léa the Label
Founded by Lebanese designer Léa Daaboul, this sustainable brand specialises in minimalistic chic swimwear that’s inspired by travel, nature, architecture, and interiors. The mix-and-match pieces are made with eco-friendly Italian fabrics and are UV protective, super smooth, and resistant to chlorine and sun-tan oils.
leathelabel.com.
Neon Starfish
This home-grown clothing company sells everything from dresses to jump suits, beachwear and more. The idea came to Holly Hart four years ago when she was on the beach with her two sons – and as a family they came up with the cute name. Catering to all sizes, the brand sits in the middle of style and comfort and mums and daughters can even enjoy matching dresses and kaftans from the ‘Mummy & Me’ range which are perfect for every occasion – from the beach to brunch.
neonstarfishdubai.com.
Sand Dollar Dubai
Founded by UAE-based mum of two Lucy Gibson, online beachwear store Sand Dollar Dubai delivers fashion-forward beachwear, swimwear and resort wear straight to your door. There are over 100 brands to shop from including Caha Capo, Melissa Odabash, and Sunseeker and you’re guaranteed to find unique pieces that won’t be spotted on anyone else by the pool.
sanddollardubai.com
