Sauipe Swim
Created by sisters Anne and Marcia, Sauipe started almost by accident. Combining Anne’s experience in production, Marcia’s experience in business management, and their love for beach and fashion, Sauipe's ‘accidental’ beginning took place when the much coveted Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition published 6 suits from Sauipe's first collection in 2008. That event set them on an organic and successful growth path.
An effortless chic and luxurious beachwear line, Sauipe designs are feminine, sophisticated and timeless. The slow fashion, small production approach appeals to customers that appreciate high-quality beachwear and have a discerning eye for unique styles. Since their first collection, Sauipe has focused on minimizing waste and providing optimal working conditions and fair wages for its associates, always concerned about their impact on the environment, and the quality of life of their employees. Produced sustainably, quality is valued over quantity.
The fabrics are manufactured by some of the best textile vendors from Brazil, which have implemented high technology and sustainable production practices that controls the consumption of water and limits chemical residue on the environment. By using materials that are environmentally friendly, streamlining production and following high standards of labor practices, Sauipe is committed to bringing to you the best swimwear while respecting the world in which we live. They truly believe that high quality and slow fashion translates into less waste and a more sustainable production chain. Sauipe is proud that all items are produced in their own, very small, family owned company. The Hacker sisters know the seamstresses personally, and have always encouraged them to be more entrepreneurial. For instance, they lend them the machines they own, and they can have a studio in their own home.
Sustainable decisions are at the core of Sauipe. From the packaging of the swimsuits to optimizing shipping and transportation, limiting the use of the office printer, and moving to digital platforms on almost everything they do. 90% Of the suits are created using a sustainable fabric. Under specific conditions, the fiber will decompose in 3 years. The remaining of the materials used, although not as friendly, are still produced in factories that follow strict sustainable practices from the chemicals they use to the water and electricity.
Sauipe´s values are the groundwork for their sustainable choices:
Transparency. Sauipe is committed to full transparency, also about the progress on important efforts they are working on.
Women empowerment. Sauipe is female founded, owned and operated and is committed to the modern woman who has a positive lifestyle. Since the beginning, Sauipe has given back to organizations that support women and girls´ causes.
Ethical production. Sustainability is the ability to exist constantly. The company can only be sustainable if the associates and employees are treated fairly as well.
You. Sauipe wants to make women feel comfortable and confident. Your investment in high quality swimwear is very much appreciated and so Sauipe will provide you with the best customer service possible.
Skills and craftsmanship. Each Sauipe item is handmade by skilled professionals who are proud of their authentic craftsmanship.
Giving back. Sauipe believes it is their responsibility to give back to communities as much as they can. Usually 5% of online sales is donated to organizations that support women, girls, education and environmental causes.
Reducing waste. Sauipe´s thoughtful production processes reflect their minimal waste mentality. From fabrics, trims, packaging and shipping supplies, they are careful to purchase what is necessary and to not waste any resource.
Quality. A high-quality product is designed to last. By producing smaller batches and creating timeless styles, your swimsuit will last many seasons.
Responsible materials. Suaipe sources their materials and fabrics from vendors that share their values. The materials used are produced responsibly, complying with certified methods of production that are environmentally responsible. This means less chemical runoff during production, recycling water and responsible energy sourcing and consumption.
Sauipe swimwear can be found across the U.S. at independent boutiques of various sizes and close to 25 hotels and resorts stores in the United States and the Caribbean.
Based: Culver City, California, USA.
Ships to: Worldwide.
Products: Beachwear and coverups.
Mission: To design timeless swimwear for real women, and empower women to feel confident and gorgeous in any suit they want.
Vision: Preserving honorable traditions in craftsmanship whilst doing away with the destructive convention of natural diamonds. Proving that ethical and luxury credentials need not be mutually exclusive. Luxury with Integrity.
