Swimwear has never really been designed with masc or androgynous style in mind. For a long time, most options have either leaned overly feminine, felt too tight in the wrong places, or required some level of compromise in how you actually want to show up. It’s one of those categories where finding something that feels right can take far more effort than it should.
That’s starting to change. More brands are beginning to think differently about fit, coverage, and silhouette, creating pieces that feel more aligned with how many queer people want to dress and move. When it works, the difference is immediate. You’re not adjusting constantly or second-guessing what you’re wearing. You can just exist in it.
For some people, that also includes finding options that offer more structure or compression through the chest. Swim binders have become an important part of that conversation, offering an alternative for those who want a flatter look or more support in the water. If that’s something you’re exploring, we’ve put together a more detailed guide to swim binders that breaks down what to look for and how to find the right fit.
This guide focuses on gender-neutral and masc-friendly swimwear brands that are doing it well, with pieces that feel intentional, comfortable, and actually wearable beyond just a single trip.
Humankind Swim
You might have seen them on TikTok or other parts of the internet as queer influencers are talking about the brand, making the most comfortable and gender-affirming queer and lesbian swimsuits. Humankind was founded by Haily Marzullo, who is a queer woman that was looking for gender-inclusive swimwear.
Their swim tops include swim tops similar to sports bras as well as compression swim tops for those wanting a flatter chest appearance.
Humankind’s swim trunks come in 5’’ and 6.5’’, and they also have a swim liner.
TomboyX
TomboyX is a brand well-known for its androgynous clothing. Its swim collection provides a variety of gender neutral and inclusive options, including a Swim Sport Top, Swim Tank, Swim Racerback Unisuit, and Zip Racerback Top. For bottoms, they have a variety of short options like the Swim High Waisted Boy Short, Swim 7’’ Board Short, and Swim 9’’ Shorts with Pockets.
Woxer
If you’ve ever worn Woxer, their swim collection will feel immediately familiar. The same focus on comfort, coverage, and fit carries over, with pieces that feel easy to wear and don’t require much adjusting once you’re in them.
The silhouettes are simple and straightforward, which is part of what makes them work. It’s a natural extension of what the brand already does well, and an easy option if you’re looking for something that feels consistent with your everyday basics.
Beefcake Swimwear
Beefcake Swimwear has one piece and androgynous swimwear that is inspired by the 1920’s. Their sizes range from XS-5X. They also have pieces specifically made for long torsos. The shoulder straps stay the same and the length is added to the body of the suit.
Untag Swimwear
Untag Swimwear has great options for transfem swimwear, including tucking swim bottoms. They also have great transmasc and gender neutral options, including packing swim bottoms, swim binders and swimsuits, and swim tops and swimsuits.
Chromat
Chromat has a gender inclusive swimwear line that includes supportive tops, bikini bottoms, swim skirts, one piece suits and more.
GenderBender
GenderBender has a variety of swim options including swim binders, tucking shorts, lace one pieces, boardshorts, longer bikini tops, lace one pieces, and more.
We know how hard it can be to find affirming and gender neutral swimwear. We hope this guide has given you a useful direction in discovering the swimwear that makes you feel your best in and out of the water.
