# Plastic Bottle-Made Bathing Suits UNTUCKit & Fair Harbor Release an Eco-Friendly Swimwear Line By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-05-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-swimwears References: [untuckit](https://www.untuckit.com/pages/fair-harbor) The latest line of eco-friendly swimwear is released in collaboration between UNTUCKit and Fair Harbor. The two entities joined forces to make an [ethically made product](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iclothing) and to also clean the oceans and beaches. Each item in the UNTUCKit x Fair Harbor [eco-friendly swimwear collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-sustainable-swimwear) is made from plastic bottles that were collected from specific sites. One pair of [swim trunks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mack-weldon-x-bather) equates to 11 single-use plastic bottles. To make the silhouettes more appealing and functional, UNTUCKit and Fair Harbor focus on producing a cheerful aesthetic through vibrant color combinations. In addition, the sustainability made swimsuit line also boasts an ultra-durable and water-resistant fabric. As ocean preservation and clean-up are topics of interest, this collaborative eco-friendly swimwear line is sure to make a splash in the market. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Swimwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new materials and manufacturing processes to create sustainable swimwear that reduces environmental impact. - **Plastic Bottle Recycling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invest in technologies and systems that efficiently collect and recycle plastic bottles to be repurposed into new products, such as swimwear. - **Ocean Preservation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative solutions for cleaning up and preserving the oceans, such as partnering with fashion brands to turn ocean waste into fashionable products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate sustainable practices and materials into the fashion industry, creating eco-friendly products that align with consumer values. - **Recycling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implement advanced recycling technologies and systems to efficiently process and repurpose waste materials like plastic bottles. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new manufacturing processes that prioritize sustainability, such as using recycled materials and minimizing waste in production. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable High-End Swimwear Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aventura-swimwear.md) - [Modern Low-Impact Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitamin-a-1.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Swimwear Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformations-second-swim-drop.md) - [Stylish Beach-Ready Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-swim-collection.md) - [Limited-Edition Swim Trunks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mack-weldon-x-bather.md) - [Sustainable Yacht Crew Uniforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-marine-suppliers.md) - [Sustainable Shapewear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanhug.md) - [Sustainable Statement Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animalia.md) - [Eco-Conscious Beach Towels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiveadrift.md)