Baja Llama
Baja Llama designs men’s swimwear with a head-turning sense of adventure. The brand’s signature prints range from offbeat botanical to tongue-in-cheek maximalism, with unexpected palettes and intriguing illustration details. Solids and restrained patterns are also available for those looking to make less of an immediate splash. The 6-inch stretch volleys bring a tailored, retro fit silhouette with stretch and quick-dry capability for peak performance from pool party to beach day, in more than 20 styles.
Boardshorts come in both 17- and 18-inch varieties. Pictured: $85.

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Angelys Balek
Thai label Angelys Balek elevates swimwear to artistic expression with sculptural one-pieces and timeless hues. Collections are filled with asymmetrical cuts, textural ruching and expressive silhouettes made from Italian fabric that hugs like a second skin. The Smock Maillot one-piece, in bold red, features a square neckline, wide straps and ruched seams that contour the body for an instant update to an iconic cut. Across the line, expect modernist elegance with Thai craftsmanship and an upscale, runway-informed point of view.
Pictured: $298.

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Rivage 
The Rivage swim dress is an industry disruptor, blending the structure of a one-piece with the ease and movement of a sundress. It features a lightweight, UV‐resistant double-layered design with built-in swim briefs, making it truly versatile for beach, boat and lunch without an outfit change. The collection focuses on elegant solids from cream and dark green to Woodstock red, each cut in flattering silhouettes from spaghetti straps to asymmetrical necklines. Swim dresses are made in Italy with quick‐dry, chlorine-resistant fabric and full lining. Pictured: $284.

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Shan
From Canada SHAN delivers swimwear with a sculpted fit and unmistakably polished edge. The brand’s signature is technical precision, with clean cuts; smooth compression; and durable, quick-dry fabrics that maintain their shape over time. Designs often lean clean and minimalist, but there are plenty of punchy patterns for statement makers, too. Men’s styles come in short, long and fitted, with both bikinis and one-pieces available for women in a generous variety of cuts. SHAN swimsuits are crafted by hand in the brand’s Québec atelier.
Pictured: $275.