Top 10 Thai designer bikini brands

What is it? A swimwear brand that weaves a love of travel together with the art and culture of England – where its founder MIn Lilanan studied –  and channels all of it into design. That was the original vision of Aprilpoolday: to create pieces that aren't just functional but genuinely stylish and cut specifically for Asian women's bodies.

Why we love it: On a surfboard, freediving, skating or scaling a rock face, this brand soars. The fabric literally moves with you through every activity, while the design keeps things looking vintage-cool.

Time Out tip: Beyond swimwear, the brand also carries cover-ups and ready-to-wear pieces you can take straight from the water to the street.

15 Sathon Soi 9, Yan Nawa, Sathon. 098-246-5369. Open daily 10.30am-6pm. Also at: 2/F 140 Thong Lo 4, Watthana (open daily 10am-7pm); 3/F 240/5 Siam Square Soi 2, Pathum Wan (open daily 11am-8pm). aprilpoolday.com.

What is it? A legendary Thai brand that started out as the country's leading women's lingerie label. Sabina built its name on underwear for younger women before naturally expanding into fashion. And its swimwear collections have been making waves ever since.

Why we love it: The seamless construction carried over from its lingerie line makes everything feel comfortable, while the designs give you a genuine choice: go edgy or go cute. 

Time Out tip: The Sabina x Pipatchara collaboration is one of the most inspired team-ups between two Thai brands. Pipatchara crafts clothing from recycled bottle caps – sustainable craftsmanship that's well worth owning.

Available at sabina.co.th and at department stores and branches nationwide.

What is it? Instagram's favourite beach brand. Gigi Beach Babes brings colour and energy to the shoreline, working across a palette of classic black, white and brown alongside prints that sit against the colour of the sea.

Why we love it: Their classic designs are genuinely go-to travel companions.  Each piece flatters your shape and the quality holds up for water sports too, all at a very accessible price point.

Time Out tip: The brand also carries beach dresses that you can colour-match with your favourite bikini.

Shop via gigiswim.com or @gigibeachbabes on Instagram. Also available in-store at Siam Paragon, 3/F, Pathum Wan.

What is it? If you're looking for swimwear that feels like wearable art, check out Prime Official. With premium attention to detail – from carefully selected metal accents to meticulously placed fabric – it works in a palette of classic black-and-white and earthy tones.

Why we love it: How it has those who love their comfort zone in mind while never being boring. Even the simplest bikini gets a touch of intrigue from gold-toned metal accents, and those little thoughtful details speak volumes about the brand’s craftsmanship.

Time Out tip: Prime Official regularly collaborates with other Thai fashion labels – including TAKARAWONG and Miss Modern – so move quickly when those limited editions drop.

Shop via @prime___official on Instagram. Also available at CentralWorld and Central The Paseo, 1/F. Worldwide shipping available.

What is it? This is the very brand Lisa from Blackpink chose to wear. At Tantan, a bikini is one of the most confidence-boosting things you can put on – a belief brought to life under the creative direction of model and fashion tastemaker Nattachat 'YoGurt Nattasha’ Chatchawan, who pours her own sense of style directly into the brand.

Why we love it: Colour is the whole point here. Straps layered across the body make wearing a bikini feel genuinely alluring and there's always a little something extra worked in to ensure nothing about your look ever feels one-note.

Time Out tip: Every piece from the brand features a tiny bow – at the waist or the chest – a cute signature to spot a Tantan and add that touch of something special.

Shop via @tantan.bkk on Instagram or at shop.line.me/@tantan.bkk. Worldwide shipping available.

What is it? A brand that made its name by bringing satin into the swimwear conversation. The fabric catches sunlight in the most beautiful way and the colour palette has been carefully curated to flatter and illuminate the skin tone of whoever is wearing it.

Why we love it: Classic silhouettes with that light-playing fabric put Sskinnylove.co firmly on our list. 

Time Out tip: Keep an eye on Songkran deals – you could grab a better price and save more for the trip.

Shop via @sskinnylove.co on Instagram. Also available at Blulagoon, Lido, Siam Square, 2/F. International shipping available.

What is it? The go-to brand for younger shoppers and the socially connected – all about brightness and accessibility. When We Summer stands out for its candy-coloured palette and designs built for movement, making it the ideal choice for activity-filled trips with friends.

Why we love it: The way the brand puts colours and pieces together makes everything matchable – whether you're pairing it with denim, a maxi dress or a polka-dot skirt, the bikini always pops. Perfect for those who want something a little different, even on days when they don't plan to get in the water.

Time Out tip: The 'Scattered Stars' collection goes well beyond bikinis: hair wraps, skirts and linen trousers that can translate straight into everyday looks.

Shop at whenwesummer.com. Worldwide shipping available.

What is it? A brand worth spotlighting for its sharp understanding of what's current – both in terms of colour and a clever use of layers that makes putting on a bikini feel playful and full of personality in a way it rarely has before.

Why we love it: Colours picked with Gen Z in mind but without leaning on loud prints. The focus is on structure and how layers of fabric overlap, adding a fresh dimension to what might otherwise be a standard bikini, so the result feels unmistakably individual.

Time Out tip: Try layering it under a sheer top to let the bikini's layers show through, adding a hint of something a little sexier that works well beyond the shoreline.

Shop via @swimey.company on Instagram. Online orders with worldwide shipping available.

What is it? A full-service swimwear label with a devoted following among women who appreciate clean, classic design – with options specifically for surfers too! (made with durable, high-stretch materials). 

Why we love it: Quick-drying fabric, understated colours with interesting texture and a commitment to 100% natural fibres – as though the brand found its beauty directly in nature. Lightweight, fluid and breathable, it's designed to let you really feel the environment around you.

Time Out tip: If you surf and want something genuinely built for it, this is your brand.

Available at Another Story, The EmQuartier; Loft Eyes, Thonglor Soi 4; The Standard Hua Hin; and The Place, Khao Lak. Worldwide shipping via @cotedsoleil on Instagram.

What is it? Thai-designed swimwear with a nod to traditional silk – for anyone who wants their bikini to stand out.

Why we love it: Traditional Thai fabric aesthetic rendered in technical swimsuit material – the Madmee silk print pattern translated into a beach piece makes for something that stands out and communicates a genuine sense of Thai identity.

Time Out tip: Layer some denim or a sarong over it – and just like that, your Thai-modern look is sorted.

Shop via passabeachwear.com. Nationwide delivery and worldwide shipping available.