The Blackbough Blog

Plastic Waste Upcycling with Retaso

Plastic Waste Upcycling with Retaso

Blackbough Swim is thrilled to share that we are an official Plastic Waste Upcycling Donor to Retaso, a social and environmental enterprise based in the Philippines. As we aspire to become more holistically sustainable in our business practices, we are constantly looking for new avenues to minimize waste and maximize impact. Learn more about Retaso and our pledge here.

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Plastic Waste Upcycling with Retaso

Blackbough Swim is thrilled to share that we are an official Plastic Waste Upcycling Donor to Retaso, a social and environmental enterprise based in the Philippines. As we aspire to become more holistically sustainable in our business practices, we are constantly looking for new avenues to minimize waste and maximize impact. Learn more about Retaso and our pledge here.

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Cleaner Coasts 2024

Cleaner Coasts 2024

This September, as we celebrate International Coastal Cleanup Day, Blackbough Swim invites you to make every wave count. In collaboration with Project CURMA, Blackbough is kicking off a two-part coastal cleanup initiative designed to protect the Philippine shorelines and aid in the rehabilitation of sea turtles.

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Cleaner Coasts 2024

This September, as we celebrate International Coastal Cleanup Day, Blackbough Swim invites you to make every wave count. In collaboration with Project CURMA, Blackbough is kicking off a two-part coastal cleanup initiative designed to protect the Philippine shorelines and aid in the rehabilitation of sea turtles.

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Where to buy the perfect swimwear from our Perfect Match

Where to buy the perfect swimwear from our Perfect Match

Shot in the vibrant beaches of Tulum, “The Perfect Match" season 2 is perfect for showcasing stylish and tropical-friendly fashion. To help them meet their perfectly ever after, contestants on this Netflix dating show have dolled themselves up with the hottest pieces from Blackbough Swim.

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Where to buy the perfect swimwear from our Perfect Match

Shot in the vibrant beaches of Tulum, “The Perfect Match" season 2 is perfect for showcasing stylish and tropical-friendly fashion. To help them meet their perfectly ever after, contestants on this Netflix dating show have dolled themselves up with the hottest pieces from Blackbough Swim.

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Celebrating Biodiversity: Bambi's Ballet Collection

Celebrating Biodiversity: Bambi's Ballet Collection

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported this cause through their purchases and donations. The Blackbough community’s commitment and enthusiasm have made a tangible difference in our collective mission to protect and conserve our natural heritage.

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Celebrating Biodiversity: Bambi's Ballet Collection

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported this cause through their purchases and donations. The Blackbough community’s commitment and enthusiasm have made a tangible difference in our collective mission to protect and conserve our natural heritage.

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Coastal Cleanup with Blackbough and Project CURMA

Coastal Cleanup with Blackbough and Project CURMA

10% of net profits from the Coastal Cleanup collection will go towards Project CURMA, a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to safeguarding sea turtles and their habitats, until April 30. That means that for every 2 sets of bikinis from this Earth Day 2024 collection will go towards 1 day of care and rehabilitation for an average of 60-70 sea turtles on the shores of La Union, Philippines.

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Coastal Cleanup with Blackbough and Project CURMA

10% of net profits from the Coastal Cleanup collection will go towards Project CURMA, a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to safeguarding sea turtles and their habitats, until April 30. That means that for every 2 sets of bikinis from this Earth Day 2024 collection will go towards 1 day of care and rehabilitation for an average of 60-70 sea turtles on the shores of La Union, Philippines.

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Coastal Cleanup with Blackbough

Coastal Cleanup with Blackbough

At Blackbough Swim, we believe that the beauty of our oceans deserves to be cherished and preserved. Our love for the sea extends far beyond just creating stylish swimwear; it's a commitment to protect the very waters that inspire us. Last September 10th 2023, we took our dedication to the next level as we embarked on a coastal cleanup at Malinao Beach, Siargao, Philippines.

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Coastal Cleanup with Blackbough

At Blackbough Swim, we believe that the beauty of our oceans deserves to be cherished and preserved. Our love for the sea extends far beyond just creating stylish swimwear; it's a commitment to protect the very waters that inspire us. Last September 10th 2023, we took our dedication to the next level as we embarked on a coastal cleanup at Malinao Beach, Siargao, Philippines.

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Good Stuff from the Philippines

Good Stuff from the Philippines

Our newly-released Good Stuff and Summer Romance collections are close to our hearts–and we’re excited to tell you why! Material is always an important consideration when designing our pieces, and we thought it would be a great opportunity to share some local culture with our international audience… in the form of textiles from our home in the Philippines.

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Good Stuff from the Philippines

Our newly-released Good Stuff and Summer Romance collections are close to our hearts–and we’re excited to tell you why! Material is always an important consideration when designing our pieces, and we thought it would be a great opportunity to share some local culture with our international audience… in the form of textiles from our home in the Philippines.

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Blackbough x ISSA: Marble Melt

Blackbough x ISSA: Marble Melt

Watch out, babes, we’ve got a special piece that’s just for you. Meet Blackbough X ISSA’s striking new print, the Marble Melt. We worked with Gen Z multi-hyphenate Issa Pressman to bring this dreamy print to life.

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Blackbough x ISSA: Marble Melt

Watch out, babes, we’ve got a special piece that’s just for you. Meet Blackbough X ISSA’s striking new print, the Marble Melt. We worked with Gen Z multi-hyphenate Issa Pressman to bring this dreamy print to life.

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Blackbough Turns 4

Blackbough Turns 4

Blackbough turns four today, so I wanted to reminisce a little bit and look back at where me and my baby used to be! It’s been an amazing time of fun, challenges and hard work, and we wouldn’t have four years to celebrate without your support!

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Blackbough Turns 4

Blackbough turns four today, so I wanted to reminisce a little bit and look back at where me and my baby used to be! It’s been an amazing time of fun, challenges and hard work, and we wouldn’t have four years to celebrate without your support!

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International Women's Day

International Women's Day

This month, we’re not just celebrating what women have accomplished, but we’re also taking our own concrete steps in empowering young girls. As a female led brand, see what we’re doing this International Women’s Day and what you can do to help with us!

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International Women's Day

This month, we’re not just celebrating what women have accomplished, but we’re also taking our own concrete steps in empowering young girls. As a female led brand, see what we’re doing this International Women’s Day and what you can do to help with us!

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Design Diaries: The Dixie Top

Design Diaries: The Dixie Top

Check out the details of the Dixie Set, the latest in our popular swimsuits. With its sweet dainty details, there’s no wonder why it’s a trending style this Spring season!

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Design Diaries: The Dixie Top

Check out the details of the Dixie Set, the latest in our popular swimsuits. With its sweet dainty details, there’s no wonder why it’s a trending style this Spring season!

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International Dog Day

International Dog Day

August 26 means it’s International Dog Day! We asked these Blackbough babes to share a photo with their best furry friends along with the answer to the question, “What do you love most about your dog?” Read their heartwarming answers coupled with their cutest pics with their favorite four-legged creatures!

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International Dog Day

August 26 means it’s International Dog Day! We asked these Blackbough babes to share a photo with their best furry friends along with the answer to the question, “What do you love most about your dog?” Read their heartwarming answers coupled with their cutest pics with their favorite four-legged creatures!

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Design Diaries: The Billie Top

Design Diaries: The Billie Top

At this point, you already know we’re obsessed with tops that are adjustable! Getting the perfect fit can be tricky, so what’s a girl to do when you’ve got unique proportions? We’re all about options with our new favorite styles, and the Billie Top has got options written all over it!

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Design Diaries: The Billie Top

At this point, you already know we’re obsessed with tops that are adjustable! Getting the perfect fit can be tricky, so what’s a girl to do when you’ve got unique proportions? We’re all about options with our new favorite styles, and the Billie Top has got options written all over it!

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Bikini Confessionals: Amber Veras

Bikini Confessionals: Amber Veras

We’re starting this new series here on our blog to give close-ups on our swimsuit loving babes! First off - we’re featuring our OG customer who’s been a loyal Blackbough babe since early 2018. Let’s hear how babe Amber Veras has been loving her suits, feeding her obsession with new swim and everything in between!

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Bikini Confessionals: Amber Veras

We’re starting this new series here on our blog to give close-ups on our swimsuit loving babes! First off - we’re featuring our OG customer who’s been a loyal Blackbough babe since early 2018. Let’s hear how babe Amber Veras has been loving her suits, feeding her obsession with new swim and everything in between!

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Design Diaries: The Cleo Top

Design Diaries: The Cleo Top

If you’re looking for a super cute bikini that’s easy to put on, you’ve come to the right place! We were browsing through our archives and we stumbled upon this style’s sketch - and couldn’t believe it’s already been almost 2 years since we launched the Cleo Top!  Here’s what makes the Cleo Top a babe fave!

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Design Diaries: The Cleo Top

If you’re looking for a super cute bikini that’s easy to put on, you’ve come to the right place! We were browsing through our archives and we stumbled upon this style’s sketch - and couldn’t believe it’s already been almost 2 years since we launched the Cleo Top!  Here’s what makes the Cleo Top a babe fave!

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Design Diaries: the Lucy Top

Design Diaries: the Lucy Top

Calling babes who aren’t as blessed on the bust - we’ve got the perfect, new top for you! We heard you alright - you need something that maximizes what you’ve got! So we thought, what bikini top could we design that would give the push you want, have minimal coverage, but still make you look super cute? Here’s what we came up with:

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Design Diaries: the Lucy Top

Calling babes who aren’t as blessed on the bust - we’ve got the perfect, new top for you! We heard you alright - you need something that maximizes what you’ve got! So we thought, what bikini top could we design that would give the push you want, have minimal coverage, but still make you look super cute? Here’s what we came up with:

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4 Best Things to do in Hawaii

4 Best Things to do in Hawaii

Hey babes! It’s your girl Hannah, and I wanted to share with you my recent vacay in Hawaii. Hope you pick up an activity or two you can do on your next tropical adventure with your friends!

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4 Best Things to do in Hawaii

Hey babes! It’s your girl Hannah, and I wanted to share with you my recent vacay in Hawaii. Hope you pick up an activity or two you can do on your next tropical adventure with your friends!

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Design Diaries : The Liv Set

Design Diaries : The Liv Set

We know you babes love minimal tan lines and coverage for maximum tanning gains, so the team brainstormed to come up with the perfect bikini for sun baking. Hence, the ultimate tanning bikini: the Liv Set! Here’s why you babes need to get it for your next vacay beach day:

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Design Diaries : The Liv Set

We know you babes love minimal tan lines and coverage for maximum tanning gains, so the team brainstormed to come up with the perfect bikini for sun baking. Hence, the ultimate tanning bikini: the Liv Set! Here’s why you babes need to get it for your next vacay beach day:

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Blackbough 2019 Year-in-Review

Blackbough 2019 Year-in-Review

The grind to keep the business going everyday can get exhausting, but the holidays got me looking back at what happened this year and i couldn’t be more grateful! Let me share with you guys what went down this 2019 for Blackbough, all thanks to you guys!

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Blackbough 2019 Year-in-Review

The grind to keep the business going everyday can get exhausting, but the holidays got me looking back at what happened this year and i couldn’t be more grateful! Let me share with you guys what went down this 2019 for Blackbough, all thanks to you guys!

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Design Diaries: The Willow Top

Design Diaries: The Willow Top

Ever wondered how each style of our bikinis came to be? In this new series, we’ll be going in depth about how your beloved pieces came to life. Today, the spotlight’s on one of our bestselling tops - the Willow Top!

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Design Diaries: The Willow Top

Ever wondered how each style of our bikinis came to be? In this new series, we’ll be going in depth about how your beloved pieces came to life. Today, the spotlight’s on one of our bestselling tops - the Willow Top!

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