Recorded answer text · ChatGPT · 1 November 2026
Australia has some incredible swimwear labels, from understated luxury and European-inspired bikinis to flattering, supportive bathers and playful prints.
Here are my picks for the best Australian swimwear brands in 2026, including some fashion favourites and lesser-known labels.
## 12 Australian swimwear brands worth knowing
!Petite Square Maillot - Deep Black - Matteau
1\. Matteau
(Best understated luxury)
Minimalist, sophisticated swimwear with beautiful cuts, earthy colours and timeless silhouettes.
Premium · Minimalist · Timeless
Shop Matteau
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!Victoria One Piece in Black | BONDI BORN® | One Piece Swimwear
2\. Bondi Born
(Best luxury swimwear)
Elegant, sculptural one-pieces and bikinis with beautiful fabrics and a refined aesthetic.
Luxury · Sustainable focus · Sophisticated
Shop Bondi Born
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![Halcyon
- peony AUS](
3\. Peony
Feminine, romantic swimwear with delicate prints, beautiful detailing and recycled fabrics.
Feminine · Romantic · Premium
Shop Peony
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!FELLA SWIM | Get $20 off on Fella Swimwear - Beach Luxe
4\. FELLA Swim
Cool, sexy and understated. Known for flattering retro-inspired cuts, neutral colours and clean lines.
Chic · Minimalist · Fashion-forward
Shop FELLA
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!Bydee's Ultra-Colorful New Swimwear Drop Has Everything We Want in a Summer Bikini
5\. Bydee
Gorgeous Mediterranean-inspired prints, feminine shapes and playful bikini designs.
Colourful · Trendy · Feminine
Shop Bydee
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![Bodysuit - Earth Stripe
- Zulu & Zephyr](
6\. Zulu & Zephyr
Relaxed Australian beach style, earthy colours, interesting textures and flattering silhouettes.
Effortless · Coastal · Contemporary
Shop Zulu & Zephyr
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!Island In The Sun | Resort 2023 Editorial - Faithfull the Brand
7\. Faithfull The Brand
Holiday-inspired swimwear, gorgeous colours, prints and matching resortwear.
Resort style · Prints · Relaxed luxury
Shop Faithfull
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![All Swimwear
- Monday Swimwear](
8\. Monday Swimwear
Flattering, feminine bikinis and one-pieces with plenty of mix-and-match options.
Flattering · Versatile · Modern
Shop Monday Swimwear
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!Form And Fold: Designer Swimwear, Sale & more | David Jones
9\. Form and Fold
Beautifully designed swimwear with a particular focus on supportive larger-bust fits.
Supportive · D-G cups · Premium
Shop Form and Fold
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!Seafolly Swimwear 2020 with Charlee Fraser, Georgia Fowler - Anne of Carversville
10\. Seafolly
An Australian classic with a huge range of bikinis, one-pieces and supportive styles.
Classic · Reliable · Wide selection
Shop Seafolly
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![The Authentic Crinkle™
- bond-eye Australia](
11\. Bond-Eye
Famous for its signature crinkle fabric, stretchy fits and distinctive textured designs.
Textured · Statement pieces · Versatile
Shop Bond-Eye
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!Christopher Esber | Pierced Orbit One Piece Black
12\. Christopher Esber
High-fashion swimwear with sculptural details, cut-outs and striking silhouettes.
Designer · Sexy · Statement luxury
Shop Christopher Esber
Selections informed by Marie Claire, Broadsheet and Sitchu's 2026 swimwear round-ups. www.marieclaire.com.auwww.broadsheet.com.ausitchu.com.au
## My top picks by aesthetic
| If you want… | My pick |
|--------|--------|
| Quiet luxury | Matteau |
| Expensive-looking bathers | Bondi Born |
| Sexy, understated bikinis | FELLA |
| Pretty, feminine prints | Peony |
| Mediterranean holiday vibes | Bydee |
| Cool coastal style | Zulu & Zephyr |
| Fashion statement pieces | Christopher Esber |
| Supportive swimwear | Form and Fold |
## A question to narrow it down
What sort of swimwear aesthetic are you most drawn to?
1\. Your preferred style
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2\. What are you shopping for?
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3\. Budget per piece
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