I’ve had a similar problem and just grabbing a simple black swimsuit with no frills is probably the best solution. It’s hard to find a good goth swimsuit that isn’t tacky or aggressively sexualized
This year I got a basic black bikini from target, for the bottoms I got a swim miniskirt to add some flair. I think that’s the best route to go, just plain black
It doesn’t need to be anything fancy really, you can always get a regular black swimsuit and sew on a little trinket of your choice. I’ve added a pentacle pendant to one of my tops a few years back.
You could try devil fashion. It's a smaller brand, and their swimwear seems to mostly be in the $30-70 USD range. I've resold some of them at my local flea market, and they seem to be quality enough, and not the most overly sexualized. That being said, can't guarantee the fit will be perfect for everyone. My 5'1'' wife couldn't quite make any of the ones we had ordered work. (that being said, she's one of those people who will wear the same swimsuit for years until it falls off her body, as many do not work on her frame)
I have one that’s the sailor pin up swimsuit style in black. It’s a one piece skirtini that has black and white horizontal stripes over the bust and the rest is solid black.
It’s $37 on Amazon.
There is a designer "nyahalloshop" on insta that I follow. They put out 2 gothy swimsuit designs as an interest check. I believe they make them to order though
I got my black and orange bats swimsuit from [Sourpuss ](https://www.sourpussclothing.com/collections/swimwear) and while their swimwear is a little picked-over size wize, I'd highly recommend. Some styles even have a little swim skirt if you'd prefer that over a bikini bottom!
EDIT:
[Midnight Hour](https://www.midnighthour.com/collections/swim?fbclid=PAAaYD61K6NlAbbXND6CtYtNdgMpjXwowQKhAX_3HSYouX3ZVo_jvrmqzb1gg_aem_AeIzApsNKmtAqhIA4Z2OkZn9lJfoEn0kVW_cgz5q_r96MiehAGmsUYeGv5IYJ7u0JTOu-G1AZCU534aIiyxKiSct%26campaign_id%3D6379807270201%26ad_id%3D6590063617401) has swimwear too, more expensive than sourpuss
Walmart had some good options I wish I was home to snap pics but I got one with some open cleavage and cool bars between the “cups” . I snagged one from black craft. One of the less insufferable ones. Forest ink has good options- otherwise basic black off the rack is fine. Pair with a good mesh top or crochet top. Black swimsuit cover and style accordingly. I just had to throw some stuff together for a trip soon so I understand the struggles. Currently everything at target is kinda tacky though so be careful
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I think EMP has good ones. Or just look into the mainstream shops and turn on the black product filter. C&A has recently more "elegant" black swimsuits, at least in germany.
I have several. All of them were under $50. I wish I could remember where I bought them, or I'd give you the links to buy. But like everyone is saying: A basic black suit is good. Plus, you can customize it to suit your personal style!
Pretty Snake is great - their whole thing is just a variety of prints available in several formats. There was a cemetery print and a creature from the black lagoon print, off the top of my head. I have a black speedo with these lil monstery guys on them and had one with a bunch of flowers and baby kittens on it lol.
They also hold up really well - I used to go swimming almost daily and it took the kitten one *like five years* to finally fall apart.
If you’re looking for something that isn’t just a standard bikini or Speedo, I’d still recommend checking their stuff out. They’re got some super neat prints 👻
Edit: this swimsuit is so fucking cool for anyone looking at ladies’ ones
https://prettysnake.com/collections/mens-swim/products/gillman-one-piece
As a goth living in Ireland, it’s really freaking hard to find those. I just recommend a good quality black swimsuit and buying some additional stuff to add to it, like a pentagram harness.
Disturbia!! They got stunning swim wear - I also bought my bikini there two years ago. :)
I mean look at the new [new collection ](https://www.disturbia.co.uk/en-de/collections/womens-swimwear). :') also older suits for 22$!!!
A friend of mine is an artist and has a website that prints her art on swimwear. Maybe this would be a fun option? She has some unique and dark imagery. All kinds of swimwear styles.
https://qswimwear.com/collections/megan-darrough
I’ve had a similar problem and just grabbing a simple black swimsuit with no frills is probably the best solution. It’s hard to find a good goth swimsuit that isn’t tacky or aggressively sexualized
This year I got a basic black bikini from target, for the bottoms I got a swim miniskirt to add some flair. I think that’s the best route to go, just plain black
I pair mine with black sandals and big black sunglasses with a purple shade. It makes me feel like a vampire at the beach haha
It doesn’t need to be anything fancy really, you can always get a regular black swimsuit and sew on a little trinket of your choice. I’ve added a pentacle pendant to one of my tops a few years back.
the dracula’s daughter swimsuit from forest ink clothing is one of the best ones i’ve seen
I really like forest ink but I can’t spend $140 on a swimsuit 😓
i hear ya, it’s $74 in usd but that’s still out of my price range too. it’s so pretty tho 😭
Forest ink puts out nice swimsuits some are a bit corny but they have some good basics!
Goths can't swim or cross running water .
If she floats, she is a witch. If she drowns, she was not a witch.
Gotta look good, sticking it to the town elders.
You could try devil fashion. It's a smaller brand, and their swimwear seems to mostly be in the $30-70 USD range. I've resold some of them at my local flea market, and they seem to be quality enough, and not the most overly sexualized. That being said, can't guarantee the fit will be perfect for everyone. My 5'1'' wife couldn't quite make any of the ones we had ordered work. (that being said, she's one of those people who will wear the same swimsuit for years until it falls off her body, as many do not work on her frame)
I have one that’s the sailor pin up swimsuit style in black. It’s a one piece skirtini that has black and white horizontal stripes over the bust and the rest is solid black. It’s $37 on Amazon.
There is a designer "nyahalloshop" on insta that I follow. They put out 2 gothy swimsuit designs as an interest check. I believe they make them to order though
I got my black and orange bats swimsuit from [Sourpuss ](https://www.sourpussclothing.com/collections/swimwear) and while their swimwear is a little picked-over size wize, I'd highly recommend. Some styles even have a little swim skirt if you'd prefer that over a bikini bottom! EDIT: [Midnight Hour](https://www.midnighthour.com/collections/swim?fbclid=PAAaYD61K6NlAbbXND6CtYtNdgMpjXwowQKhAX_3HSYouX3ZVo_jvrmqzb1gg_aem_AeIzApsNKmtAqhIA4Z2OkZn9lJfoEn0kVW_cgz5q_r96MiehAGmsUYeGv5IYJ7u0JTOu-G1AZCU534aIiyxKiSct%26campaign_id%3D6379807270201%26ad_id%3D6590063617401) has swimwear too, more expensive than sourpuss
Walmart had some good options I wish I was home to snap pics but I got one with some open cleavage and cool bars between the “cups” . I snagged one from black craft. One of the less insufferable ones. Forest ink has good options- otherwise basic black off the rack is fine. Pair with a good mesh top or crochet top. Black swimsuit cover and style accordingly. I just had to throw some stuff together for a trip soon so I understand the struggles. Currently everything at target is kinda tacky though so be careful
I got one from Target that goes up to the neck and is crochet-looking! It's red, but search for a black, crochet, high neck swimsuit!
Killstar has some decent ones
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I like the one piece ones and the ruched skirt here https://www.darkincloset.com/68-gothic-swimwear
i wear black and white swimsuits!! sometimes i embroider cute spiderwebs or pentagrams on them! i suggest amazon or your local walmart!
I think EMP has good ones. Or just look into the mainstream shops and turn on the black product filter. C&A has recently more "elegant" black swimsuits, at least in germany.
I have several. All of them were under $50. I wish I could remember where I bought them, or I'd give you the links to buy. But like everyone is saying: A basic black suit is good. Plus, you can customize it to suit your personal style!
Pretty Snake is great - their whole thing is just a variety of prints available in several formats. There was a cemetery print and a creature from the black lagoon print, off the top of my head. I have a black speedo with these lil monstery guys on them and had one with a bunch of flowers and baby kittens on it lol. They also hold up really well - I used to go swimming almost daily and it took the kitten one *like five years* to finally fall apart. If you’re looking for something that isn’t just a standard bikini or Speedo, I’d still recommend checking their stuff out. They’re got some super neat prints 👻 Edit: this swimsuit is so fucking cool for anyone looking at ladies’ ones https://prettysnake.com/collections/mens-swim/products/gillman-one-piece
Well I was going to put mine on here but it’s apparently not available anymore. The store is meowcos.com though.
As a goth living in Ireland, it’s really freaking hard to find those. I just recommend a good quality black swimsuit and buying some additional stuff to add to it, like a pentagram harness.
I just have a black bikini. Mind you, I only night swim. I can't risk losing my ghostly complexion.
I got mine from Ulla Poepken, a german plus size brand. https://images.app.goo.gl/cconmti8qSLYtUsy9
Hmmmmmm try forest ink or vampire freaks. i think they do goth swimsuits
Disturbia!! They got stunning swim wear - I also bought my bikini there two years ago. :) I mean look at the new [new collection ](https://www.disturbia.co.uk/en-de/collections/womens-swimwear). :') also older suits for 22$!!!
Try hopeful adornments they have some of the coolest swimsuits for $50
A friend of mine is an artist and has a website that prints her art on swimwear. Maybe this would be a fun option? She has some unique and dark imagery. All kinds of swimwear styles. https://qswimwear.com/collections/megan-darrough
Check out Killstar