RECYCLED FABRIC

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) estimates that each year, around 640,000 tonnes of fishing nets are abandoned in the oceans . This represents 10% of all plastic waste present in the sea. These nets can remain there for hundreds of years, trapping millions of marine animals who are injured or perish between their meshes.

At Coastal Reef®, we refuse to be "just another brand" using non-renewable fossil raw materials. So we looked for ways to design swimsuits using existing resources .

After a lot of research, we found a European supplier dedicated to giving a second life to pre-consumer and post-consumer waste , including by manufacturing ECONYL® fabric. This new polyamide yarn offers the same performance and quality as virgin polyamide, but it is made entirely from fishing nets recovered from coral reefs and wrecks .

So, all of our brand's jerseys are made from this recycled fabric.

NO PLASTIC USE

Coastal Reef® is also committed to not using plastic.

Our packaging is entirely made up of sustainable materials : paper, cardboard and a reusable fabric bag to carry your swimsuit wherever you go.

We believe in sustainable choices that protect our planet , while providing our customers with a quality experience .

For us, every detail counts to reduce our environmental footprint and promote a greener future.

1€ PER SWIMSUIT SOLD IS DONATED TO THE CORAL GARDENERS ASSOCIATION

According to UNESCO, the rapid increase in ocean temperatures over the past three years has seriously damaged many world heritage coral reefs. Corals stressed by heat lose their symbiotic algae , which weakens them and can kill them. If greenhouse gas emissions continue, 2⁄3 of reefs could disappear by the end of the century. However, they are essential to biodiversity , coastal protection , and support millions of people through fishing and tourism .

At Coastal Reef®, we are committed to protecting coral reefs . For every set of swimsuits purchased, we donate €1 to Coral Gardeners . Founded in 2017, this association works to restore coral reefs by cultivating and replanting resistant corals. Coral Gardeners develops innovative techniques to accelerate coral regeneration and monitors reef health using advanced technological tools. Their work aims to create more resilient coral ecosystems and raise public awareness of the importance of these habitats for the future of our oceans.

For more information about the Coral Gardeners Association, click here .