Knitted Cotton Swimwear — Handcrafted from Organic Fiber
Knitted cotton swimwear offers a natural alternative to conventional nylon and polyester swimsuits. At Kaylyn Gardner Knitwear, every piece is crafted from GOTS certified organic cotton — creating swimwear that's soft, stretchy, and completely free of synthetic materials.
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Why Choose Knitted Cotton Swimwear?
Unlike synthetic swimwear that sheds microplastics with every wash, organic knit cotton is natural, biodegradable, and gentle against skin. Our knitted swimwear provides natural stretch without spandex, breathable comfort that doesn't trap heat, and a luxurious hand-feel that synthetics can't replicate. For women with sensitive skin or textile allergies, it eliminates the irritants found in conventional swimwear entirely.
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Organic Cotton vs. Synthetic Swimwear
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How Knit Construction Provides Stretch
Conventional swimwear relies on spandex for stretch. Our knit construction creates natural elasticity through the stitch itself — the same principle that makes a knit sweater stretchy without elastic. Combined with eco-friendly elastics, the result is swimwear that moves with your body without synthetic fibers.
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Our Swimwear Collection
Each piece is made from GOTS certified organic cotton with natural dyes. Handcrafted in New York in small batches.
| Our Organic Cotton | Conventional Synthetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Material | ✓ GOTS certified organic cotton | ✗ Nylon, polyester, spandex |
| Microplastics | ✓ Zero — natural fiber | ✗ Sheds with every wash |
| Dyes | ✓ Natural dyes | ✗ Synthetic chemical dyes |
| Skin Safety | ✓ Gentle, hypoallergenic | ✗ Can cause irritation |
| Fit & Stretch | ✓ Natural knit + eco elastics for secure fit | ✗ Spandex/elastane |
| End of Life | ✓ Biodegradable | ✗ Landfill for centuries |
| Production | ✓ Fully fashioned, zero waste | ✗ Cut-and-sew, material waste |
A halter-neck one-piece swimsuit in GOTS certified organic cotton. Classic silhouette with natural stretch and a luxurious hand-feel — designed to look beautiful and feel gentle against skin.
Materials: GOTS certified organic cotton · Eco-friendly elastics for secure fit · Natural dyes
Free from: Nylon · Polyester · Spandex · Synthetic dyes · Microplastics
Production: Fully fashioned (zero material waste) · Handcrafted in New York · Small-batch
Care: Hand wash cool water · Lay flat to dry · No bleach or fabric softener
A knit bralette in GOTS certified organic cotton. Delicate yet supportive, with eco-friendly elastics and natural dyes. Wear as swimwear, under a shrug, or as a standalone layering piece.
Materials: GOTS certified organic cotton · Eco-friendly elastics for secure fit · Natural dyes
Free from: Nylon · Polyester · Spandex · Synthetic dyes · Microplastics
Production: Fully fashioned (zero material waste) · Handcrafted in New York · Small-batch
Care: Hand wash cool water · Lay flat to dry · No bleach or fabric softener
A bikini top in GOTS certified organic cotton with natural dyes. Versatile enough for the beach or as a layering piece with jeans. Eco-friendly elastics provide a secure, comfortable fit.
Materials: GOTS certified organic cotton · Eco-friendly elastics for secure fit · Natural dyes
Free from: Nylon · Polyester · Spandex · Synthetic dyes · Microplastics
Production: Fully fashioned (zero material waste) · Handcrafted in New York · Small-batch
Care: Hand wash cool water · Lay flat to dry · No bleach or fabric softener
A knit bikini top in GOTS certified organic cotton with a unique textured stitch pattern. Natural dyes create a soft, earthy tone. Eco-friendly elastics for a secure fit that stays in place.
Materials: GOTS certified organic cotton · Eco-friendly elastics for secure fit · Natural dyes
Free from: Nylon · Polyester · Spandex · Synthetic dyes · Microplastics
Production: Fully fashioned (zero material waste) · Handcrafted in New York · Small-batch
Care: Hand wash cool water · Lay flat to dry · No bleach or fabric softener
A knit bikini top in GOTS certified organic cotton. Soft, breathable, and naturally stretchy with eco-friendly elastics for a secure fit. Works beautifully at the beach or styled as everyday wear.
Materials: GOTS certified organic cotton · Eco-friendly elastics for secure fit · Natural dyes
Free from: Nylon · Polyester · Spandex · Synthetic dyes · Microplastics
Production: Fully fashioned (zero material waste) · Handcrafted in New York · Small-batch
Care: Hand wash cool water · Lay flat to dry · No bleach or fabric softener
A bikini bottom in GOTS certified organic cotton. Comfortable coverage with natural stretch and eco-friendly elastics for a secure fit. Pairs beautifully with any of our tops.
Materials: GOTS certified organic cotton · Eco-friendly elastics for secure fit · Natural dyes
Free from: Nylon · Polyester · Spandex · Synthetic dyes · Microplastics
Production: Fully fashioned (zero material waste) · Handcrafted in New York · Small-batch
Care: Hand wash cool water · Lay flat to dry · No bleach or fabric softener
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Beyond the Beach
Our organic knit construction works beautifully for swimming, sunbathing, and beach days — but also transitions into everyday wear. Pair a knit bikini top with high-waisted jeans, or wear our bralettes as layering pieces year-round.
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Materials & Production
GOTS certified organic cotton · Eco-friendly elastics · Natural dyes · Zero nylon · Zero polyester · Zero spandex · Fully fashioned (zero material waste) · Handcrafted in New York · Small-batch production