How to Clean and Care for Your Sexy Swimsuit
Protecting Your Swimwear Investment
When you purchase a bikini from Suits You Sexy, you are investing in a premium garment. Manufactured in Clearwater, Florida by designer Lucy, our swimsuits are crafted using high-quality Lycra, delicate sheer meshes, vibrant holographic foils, and premium crystal embellishments.
Because our designs utilize these specialized, eye-catching materials, they require more care than a standard, mass-produced bathing suit. Proper maintenance is the difference between a bikini that looks brand new season after season and one that loses its sparkle after a few wears. Follow this comprehensive care guide to keep your sexy swimwear in pristine condition.
The Golden Rules of Swimsuit Washing
The most important step in swimwear care happens immediately after you take the suit off. Sunscreen, body oils, salt water, and chlorine are the natural enemies of spandex and elastic.
- Rinse Immediately: Always rinse your bikini in cold, fresh water as soon as possible after wearing it. This flushes out salt and chemicals before they have a chance to break down the fabric fibers.
- Hand Wash Only: Never put your sexy swimwear in a washing machine. The agitation will destroy delicate straps, ruin scrunch butterfly bottoms, and cause crystal embellishments to fall off.
- Use Mild Soap: Wash your suit gently in a sink using cold water and a very mild, bleach-free detergent (baby shampoo or specialized swimwear wash works best). Gently massage the soapy water through the fabric.
- Do Not Wring: Never wring or twist the fabric to remove excess water. This stretches out the Lycra and ruins the shape of the suit. Instead, lay the bikini flat on a clean, dry towel, roll the towel up, and press gently to absorb the water.
Drying and Storing Your Bikini
How you dry your swimsuit is just as important as how you wash it.
Always lay your swimsuit flat to dry in a shaded, well-ventilated area. Never hang a wet swimsuit by its straps, as the weight of the water will stretch the fabric downward, permanently altering the fit. Furthermore, never leave your swimsuit to dry in direct sunlight, as UV rays will rapidly fade vibrant neon colors and damage the elasticity.
Absolutely never put your swimsuit in a clothes dryer. The intense heat will instantly melt the elastic fibers and ruin the suit. Once the bikini is completely dry, store it flat in a drawer. Do not store swimwear in plastic bags, as trapped moisture can cause mildew.
Special Care for Specialty Fabrics
Many of our most popular styles at Suits You Sexy feature unique fabrics that require extra attention:
Holographic and Metallic Foils: These fabrics are spectacular but delicate. The metallic sheen is a surface treatment that can wear off with heavy friction. Avoid sitting on rough surfaces like concrete pool decks or wooden benches without a towel. These suits are primarily designed for show, lounging, and posing rather than rigorous water activities.
Crystal Embellishments: For our nude crystal bikinis and rhinestone-studded designs, avoid scrubbing the embellished areas. Hot tubs and highly chlorinated pools will dissolve the specialized adhesives used to secure the crystals. Keep these suits away from harsh chemicals.
Bright and Neon Colors: It is entirely normal for bright, highly pigmented dyes to bleed slightly during the first few washes. Always wash new, brightly colored suits separately in cold water until the water runs clear to prevent color transfer.
What to Avoid
To ensure the longevity of your Clearwater, Florida manufactured swimwear, remember these strict "nevers":
- Never leave a wet swimsuit bundled up in a beach bag or towel overnight.
- Never iron your swimsuit.
- Never dry clean or bleach your swimwear.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to hot tubs and Jacuzzis, as the combination of extreme heat and high chemical concentration will destroy spandex rapidly.
By following these simple care instructions, your Suits You Sexy bikinis and one-pieces will remain vibrant, perfectly fitted, and ready to turn heads for years to come.
Shop Our Sexy Swimwear
Now that you know how to care for your swimsuit, explore our full range of sexy bikinis, micro bikinis, and sexy one-piece swimsuits — all manufactured in Clearwater, Florida by designer Lucy. Have questions? Visit our FAQ page or check our full care instructions.
