The Attira edit Updated
Modest swimwear
Full-coverage swimwear and burkinis for the beach, the pool and holidays.
The best modest swimwear is made from chlorine-resistant swim fabric with a tunic to mid-thigh or lower, and in the Gulf sun a UPF rating is worth looking for.
Modest swimwear has come a long way from heavy, baggy suits. Today’s pieces use the same technical fabrics as mainstream swimwear, nylon and polyester blends with elastane, so they dry quickly, hold their shape and don’t cling when wet. Look for chlorine resistance if you swim in pools often, and a UPF rating if you spend long days in the Gulf sun.
Most styles come as a long tunic over leggings with a separate or attached swim hijab; some are one-piece with a zip. A tunic that falls to mid-thigh or lower gives the most coverage, and a slightly relaxed fit is more comfortable than a tight one. Rinsing in cool fresh water after every swim keeps the colour and stretch. This edit collects full-coverage swimwear from independent labels on Attira and updates as new styles arrive. Some labels sell the swim hijab separately, so check what is included before you order.
The pieces
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Questions
- What is a burkini?
- A full-coverage swimsuit, usually a long tunic, leggings and a swim hood or hijab, made from quick-drying swim fabric.
- Is modest swimwear allowed in hotel pools?
- Most hotels in the UAE and the wider region accept swimwear made from proper swim fabric. If you are unsure, ask the hotel before you travel.
- How should I care for modest swimwear?
- Rinse it in cool fresh water after each swim, wash it gently by hand and dry it in the shade. Don’t wring or tumble-dry it.