The Breakdown
- Synthetic blends shred after a few wears
- Supply chains often opaque and low-wage
- Designed for maximum visual consumption
- Not repairable, built for replacement cycle
- One-time purchase, no subscription trap
Side Effects
beach selfies, quick landfill trip, ancestors confused
Buy Instead
Skip the bikini. Buy a one-piece rash guard or board shorts from a domestic maker — lasts seasons, actual coverage, no microplastic shedding every tide.
