Prints
Tropical, animal print, floral or your own design. Sublimation and digital printing on stretch fabric.
Swimwear development studio · Medellín
Your brand
of swimwear.
Without starting from zero.
We've already done most of the hard work. Designs, patterns, fits and fabrics ready to become a collection with your identity.
Personalize. Launch. Grow.
30 min with Sara Arango · No commitment
From 12 units per style · Produced in Medellín · International shipping
Collection sample · Coral 032 CA head start
Start several
steps ahead.
Creating a collection from scratch involves design, patternmaking, fabric sourcing, testing, samples, adjustments and months of development. We've already covered most of that path.
01
Designs
Already developed.
02
Patterns
Already worked out.
03
Fabrics
Already selected.
04
Fit
Already developed.
05
Samples
Already made.
06
Production
Ready in Medellín.
Now
make it yours.
Choose.
Personalize.
Put your brand on it.
Start selling.
Two ways to start
Two ways
to start.
Path 01 · Fast trackStart from
Start from
what already exists.
Start from our already-developed styles. Choose designs, personalize colors and prints, add your identity. We produce from 12 units per style.
Less developmentLess investmentLess riskFaster to market
Path 02 · Custom developmentCreate something
Create something
completely new.
Have a design of your own? We also develop collections from scratch.
- 01Design
- 02Patternmaking
- 03Fabric selection
- 04Samples
- 05Adjustments
- 06Production
Styles
They're not just designs.
They're months of work
that you no longer have todo.
Every style starts from prior work in design, patternmaking, fit, testing and material selection. You choose where to begin.
01 — Bikinis
02 — Women's swimsuits
03 — Men's swimwear
04 — Beachwear
05 — Cover-ups
06 — Swimsuits
07 — Custom developmentStart here.
Make it yours.
Start small · Grow together
Start small.
We grow with you.
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You don't need to produce
hundreds of units
to get started.
Start with 12 units per style.
Test your collection and get to know your customer.
Restock your best sellers.
Add styles and grow your brand.
Lower investment · Lower risk · Scale whenever you want
Start small.Validate.Grow.
The process
That
simple.
01
Choose
Select the styles that best fit the brand you're imagining.
02
Personalize
Colors, prints, combinations and details.
03
Make it yours
We add your identity, labels and brand elements.
04
We produce
We manufacture your collection in Medellín from 12 units per style.
05
Launch
Receive your collection and start building your brand.
Want to develop a completely new style?We can also build it from scratch.
Private label · Your brand. Our workshop.
We do
the hard work.
You build the brand.
Design, patternmaking, fabrics, fit and production. Everything ready so you get to market faster. Garments leave our workshop with your identity.
- your label
- your logo
- your colors
- your prints
- your fabrics
- your hardware
- your finishes
- your packaging
Label & logo
Hardware
PackagingColor & tejidosThe color
The color
is yours to choose.
We work with an open palette: from minimalist neutrals to high-impact neons. Each style is developed with its own Pantone, print and finishes.
Pantone 375 CNeon Lime
Pantone 226 CFuchsia
Pantone 032 CCoral
Pantone 3255 CAqua
Pantone 2126 CCobalt
Pantone 100 CButter
Iridescents
Holographic and metallic fabrics for special capsules and runway pieces.
Lurex & shimmer
Shimmering textures, ribbing and premium finishes on stretch bases.
Made-to-order color
Dyeing to Pantone reference. We match your brand's exact color in thread, fabric and hardware.
You don't have to know
how to make swimwear.
That's what
we're here for.
You don't need to know about patternmaking, fabrics, sewing or production. We do.
You need an idea, the drive to build a brand and a sense of where you want to take it. We help you with the rest.
The Lab
Where ideas
become
into collections.
Design.
Patternmaking.
Samples.
Production.
Your entire collection's development, all in one place.
Sara Arango · Backstage & fittings · Medellín, Colombia
Sara Arango · Founder & Designer · Medellín, Colombia
Behind every
collection there is
a vision.
After years designing and developing swimwear, Sara Arango created The Bikini Lab so that all that knowledge and prior work could become the starting point for new brands.
Today she personally guides entrepreneurs and brands through the development of their collections: design, patternmaking, fabrics, samples, fit and production.
You bring the idea. Sara helps you find the smartest way to start.
“We want you to be able to start small, do it right from the beginning, and grow with us.”
International
From Medellín
to the world.
Born in Medellín. Made for brands everywhere.
We develop your collection and coordinate shipping of your production, wherever you are.
Lookbook
Made at
the bikini lab.
Project 01Project 02Project 03
Project 04Project 05Project 06We are not a supplier.We are part of the process.
FAQ
Frequently
asked questions.
You can start from 12 units per style.
Yes. We can guide you from the initial idea through the development and production of the collection.
Yes. The product is developed for your brand.
Yes. We handle design, patternmaking, samples and production.
No. We also develop swimsuits, men's swimwear, beachwear and other garments made in stretch and knit fabrics.
Yes. We work with projects from different countries and can coordinate shipping of production.
Yes. The sample phase is part of the development process.
From your collection to the market
Your brand.
Your channels.
Your way to grow.
Your first collection is just the beginning. You can build your brand starting with the channel that best fits your project and expand as you discover what works.
You don't need to be everywhere from day one.
01 — Channel
Social media
Build your community.
Present your collection, build a community around your brand, and discover which products connect best with your audience.
02 — Channel
Your online store
Your brand. Your experience. Your customer.
Build your own space to showcase your brand universe and sell directly to your customers from anywhere.
03 — Channel
Marketplaces
Reach new markets.
Depending on your strategy, your collection can also reach new customers through online sales platforms like Amazon, Etsy, or other marketplaces.
04 — Channel
Boutiques
Bring your brand to retail.
Present your collection to boutiques, concept stores, and multi-brand shops that share your brand's universe and positioning.
05 — Channel
Hospitality & pop-ups
Your brand in the right place.
Swimwear and beachwear can also find their place in hotels, resorts, beach clubs, concept stores, and temporary experiences.
06 — Channel
Your own store
Build your own universe.
Your collection can also become the centerpiece of your own boutique, showroom, or brand space. Whether you already have a business or dream of opening one, we can help you develop the product that carries your name.
You don't have to be
everywhere.
Start where it makes the most sense for your project.
Discover what your customer wants.
Then, grow.
Start→Test→Learn→Grow
The Bikini Lab model
- 0112 units per style
- 02Lower initial investment
- 03Launch
- 04Test your market
- 05Identify what works
- 06Repeat and grow
Starting small doesn't guarantee results, but it helps reduce risk, test, learn, and adapt your brand as it grows.
Before producing
Where you want to sell
also matters.
The way you want to reach your customer can influence how we shape your first collection. That's why we want to understand what kind of brand you want to build.
Possibilities, not rules
- Social media + ecommerceA small, visual, and highly focused starting collection can be a great launching point.
- Boutiques + retailIt may make sense to develop a more cohesive collection that's easy to present commercially.
- Hotels + beach clubsCapsules, beachwear, and products tailored to the setting can open up other possibilities.
- Own storeThe collection can become part of a much broader brand experience.
- MarketplacesProduct, sizing, continuity, and restocking capacity may become more important.
You don't need to decide
it all today.
- 01You can start with one channel.
- 02You can start with a few styles.
- 03You can start from 12 units per style.
What matters is starting with a strategy that's consistent with the project you want to build.
Where do you imagine
your brand?
- Maybe on Instagram.
- Maybe in your own online store.
- Maybe in boutiques.
- Maybe in a beachfront hotel.
Or maybe you don't know yet.
And that's fine.
During your Brand Session with Sara we can get to know your idea, understand where you want to go, and help you define a starting point.
Book your Brand Session →30 min with Sara Arango · Founder & Creative Director · No commitment
Your brand starts here
Have an idea
but don't know
where to start?
That's exactly what this session is for.
The Bikini Lab Brand Session · 30 min
An initial conversation with Sara Arango to learn about your idea, understand where you stand, and help you define the best way to start your collection.
30 min · No commitment · Directly with Sara
During the session
- —Understand what your best starting point could be
- —Identify what kind of collection fits your project
- —Weigh whether to start from existing styles or create from scratch
- —Define a realistic first production run
- —Answer questions about product, development and production
- —Explore with you what your next steps could be
In your Brand Session
- Your idea
- What do you want to build?
- Your market
- Who do you want to sell to?
- Your collection
- What would make sense to launch first?
- Your starting point
- Ready-made styles or custom development.
- Next steps
- Sara will recommend how to move forward.
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No designs yet?
No problem.
You don't need to arrive with finished designs, patterns, suppliers or fashion knowledge. You can simply arrive with an idea. That's what the Lab is for.
Start small
You can start from 12 units per style. In the Brand Session, Sara helps you assess what a reasonable first collection could be for your project.
Lower risk · Validation · Progressive growth
You don't have
to start from zero.
Start from here.
The Bikini Lab.
Your idea. Your brand. Our lab.
Book your Brand Session→
30 min with Sara Arango · No commitment
Tell us your idea →Let's talk about your brand on WhatsApp →
Start your brand
Don't start
from scratch.
It doesn't matter if you only have an idea so far.
Tell us what you have in mind and choose a time for your 30-minute Brand Session with Sara.
You don't need to have it all figured out.
You can arrive with an already-established brand, some designs, visual references, or simply an idea. Sara will help you understand what your best starting point might be.
Book your Brand Session →30 min · No commitment · Directly with Sara
- ✓From 12 units per style
- ✓Personalized development
- ✓New and existing brands
- ✓International clients
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The Bikini Lab
Medellín, Colombia
Working with brands worldwide.