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...