Matching father-and-son turtle swim shorts in a gift box with navy ribbon, overlooking a sunlit blue ocean

Gifts That Give Back to the Ocean: How to Tell Which Ones Really Do

GivingTuesday is 1 December. Here is how to tell whether a gift really gives back to the ocean, and the family swimwear gifts that remove 1kg of plastic per item.

Swimwear Made From Recycled Plastic Bottles: How It Works

Swimwear Made From Recycled Plastic Bottles: How It Works

How plastic bottles become swimwear, whether recycled fabric is as good as the regular kind, and what to do with old swimsuits. A forward look at America Recycles Day, 15 November.

A family of four relaxing on a tropical beach in matching Sandbar Pink Palm swimwear, with turquoise waters and lush mountains behind them. The image features the headline “The best winter sun swimwear for families.

Winter Sun Swimwear for the Whole Family: What to Pack

Winter sun destinations sit close to the equator, where UV stays high all year. Here is what swimwear to pack for every member of the family, how many sets you really need, and how to make matching look intentional.

Father's Day Swimwear Gifts He'll Actually Wear | Sandbar

Most Father's Day gifts are forgotten by July. A good pair of swim shorts gets worn every summer for years. Here is how to pick the one he will actually reach for, from the embroidered hero to the matching father and son set, all made from recycled plastic

— Mel Reid

The Best Sustainable Swimwear Gifts for Moms in 2026

The Best Sustainable Swimwear Gifts for Moms in 2026 Most Mother's Day gifts fall into one of two camps. The first is forgettable: a candle she will never light, a...

From Ocean Plastic to Premium Swimwear: How Sandbar Transforms Waste Into Style

Sandbar Swimwear turns ocean plastic into premium eco swimwear that feels luxurious, lasts longer, and helps remove one million kilos of plastic from our seas. Discover how waste becomes style

— Mel Reid
Why Inclusive Sizing Isn’t Optional — It’s Essential

Why Inclusive Sizing Isn’t Optional — It’s Essential

Swimwear should celebrate every body, not exclude it. At Sandbar Swimwear, our inclusive sizing ensures women, men, and kids can enjoy stylish, sustainable swimwear that fits with confidence

— Mel Reid
What to Get the Dad Who Has Everything (Except Great Swim Shorts)

What to Get the Dad Who Has Everything (Except Great Swim Shorts)

  🎁 What to Get the Dad Who Has Everything (Except Great Swim Shorts) Let’s be honest, most dads aren’t dropping hints about what they want for Father’s Day. They...
— Mel Reid
Customer Spotlight: Real Families, Real Feedback, Real Fun

Customer Spotlight: Real Families, Real Feedback, Real Fun

Customer Spotlight: Real Families, Real Feedback, Real Fun At Sandbar, we don’t just make eco-luxe swimwear, we make memories in motion. Whether it's a dad matching his toddler in embroidered...
— Mel Reid
How to Pick Swim Shorts That Make You Look (and Feel) Like a 10

How to Pick Swim Shorts That Make You Look (and Feel) Like a 10

  How to Pick Swim Shorts That Make You Look (and Feel) Like a 10 The Best Men’s Swim Shorts for Style, Comfort & Sustainability Let’s be honest, most men’s...
— Mel Reid
Why Embroidered Swim Shorts Are Worth the Hype

Why Embroidered Swim Shorts Are Worth the Hype

Discover why embroidered swim shorts are the ultimate upgrade for summer style. From premium craftsmanship to eco-friendly materials and matching family sets, this post breaks down why it’s time to ditch fast fashion trunks and embrace swimwear that actually means something

— Mel Reid
What Dads Really Want: Swim Shorts That Don’t Suck

What Dads Really Want: Swim Shorts That Don’t Suck

This Father’s Day, skip the socks and upgrade his beach game. Discover why our embroidered red lobster swim shorts are the perfect gift for stylish, eco-conscious dads, with sustainable fabrics, all-day comfort, and matching family sets that make him look like the legend he is.

— Mel Reid