# Sustainable Swimwear Capsules MERAEKE Recently Expanded its Portfolio with the Flora Capsule By Grace Mahas | Published 2022-01-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flora-capsule References: [meraeke](https://meraeke.com/?ds) MERAEKE, the sustainable Miami-based swimwear brand founded by Rachael Sirigotis, recently expanded its portfolio with the introduction of the new Flora capsule collection. True to the brand's commitment to sustainability, each piece can be styled in a variety of ways, allowing consumers to create new aesthetics with the same piece. Flora Capsule Collection, inspired by the earth's natural elements, features [vibrant floral prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-club) made of [sustainable fabrics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ocean-flex) ranging from $33 to $111. Some standout pieces from the collection include the Zoelle top and bottom, the Mila One [Piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tyler-mcgillivary-3), the Inez Mini Dress, and the Calista Scarf. Each piece is sustainably made from recycled fabrics such as the ECONYL® regenerated nylon, a textile crafted from upcycled fishing nets and other would-be discarded items. Image Credit: MERAEKE ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.0/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Swimwear:** Sustainable and eco-friendly swimwear is a growing trend in the fashion industry, offering opportunities for innovation in materials and design. - **Multi-functional Clothing:** The trend towards multi-functional, versatile pieces like those in the Flora Capsule collection offers opportunities for companies to create innovative, sustainable clothing that can be worn in different ways. - **Recycled Fabrics:** There is a trend towards using recycled fabrics in fashion, including swimwear, providing opportunities for companies to innovate and create new materials and production methods. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can learn from MERAEKE's commitment to sustainability and employ eco-friendly materials and design principles in their own collections. - **Swimwear:** The swimwear industry can explore innovative methods for creating sustainable swimwear, like using recycled fabrics and creating versatile pieces that can be worn in different ways. - **Eco-friendly Manufacturing:** The trend towards eco-friendly, sustainable manufacturing methods is growing, offering opportunities for companies to innovate and find new ways to reduce their environmental impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Statement Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animalia.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Swimwear Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformations-second-swim-drop.md) - [Italian Swimwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oseree.md) - [Sustainable High-End Swimwear Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aventura-swimwear.md) - [Inclusive Sustainable Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-sustainable-swimwear.md) - [Sustainable Shapewear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanhug.md) - [Modern Low-Impact Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitamin-a-1.md) - [Coordinated Coastal Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salty-mermaid.md) - [Sustainable Indigenous Apparel Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-2.md)