The weather is getting warmer and it’s about that time of year again…have you begun your swimwear search yet? For those of you who haven’t, let me introduce you to Bantu Swimwear, a swimwear line with a mission deeper than just helping you look hot at the beach.
Bantu is a vivid collection of swimwear who’s mission is to support Africa’s economic development by manufacturing and sourcing the entire line in Africa. 100% of the labor and materials come from Africa. In Senegal, “Bantu” means “gateway. The Bantu collection aims to create a ‘gateway’ of sorts to show people the side of Africa less commonly associated with the country: it’s colorful beach culture. Being naturally surrounded by water, Africa has more than twenty coastal nations (including Casablanca and Cape Town) so the influence and culture of beach living is very well integrated into their lifestyles.
Above are a few of the gorgeous suits and prints Bantu makes. Traditionally, these wax cloth prints were made by artisans and weavers and each individual color and pattern represented the weaver’s unique identity and personality. Energize your options for swimwear this summer by considering these amazingly vivid bikinis for all your warm weather enjoyment. I love that the combination of colorful prints mixed with modern day swimwear silhouettes make Bantu sexy and stylish, and at the same time you are helping support the growth of sustainable business practices.
Bantu swimwear sets range from $115-$190.00 and can be found online or at any number of retailers including Opening Ceremony and Barney’s.
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