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“Over time I saw an opportunity to rethink how women actually wear bikinis, traveling, mixing pieces, wanting versatility without overpacking,” Jolly said. Bikini Flavors produces its collections in Miami, incorporating small-batch production and handmade elements. The brand’s approach is rooted in the idea that one garment can offer more than one use, with reversible construction and interchangeable components giving customers additional styling options without requiring more pieces. The Miami Swim Week presentation highlighted that flexibility through a range of runway looks, including bright color combinations, layered styling, textured details, and accessories. Jolly describes the design process as a balance between structure and freedom. Each piece begins with a practical question: how many ways can it be worn? “I can design something with intention, but the magic happens when someone styles it in a way I didn’t even think of,” she said. “That’s the whole point of Bikini Flavors. It’s not one vision, it’s endless possibilities.” The brand also connects versatility with a more measured approach to production. Jolly said Bikini Flavors produces in small batches and finds uses for excess fabric where possible. The company also supports the Sea Turtle Conservancy, an organization focused on sea turtle research, education, advocacy, and habitat protection. Technology is another part of the brand’s plans. Bikini Flavors is developing ways for customers to select colors, ties, and combinations digitally before a piece is made, with the goal of offering a more personalized shopping experience while limiting unnecessary production. The runway presentation also reflected the brand’s Miami roots. Bright colors, varied silhouettes, and styling options gave the collection a sense of movement while showing how individual pieces can be adapted to different looks. For Jolly, the goal is simple: create swimwear that gives women more options. As she puts it, “We’re not just designing bikinis. We’re designing options.” For more information or to shop the collection, visit Bikini Flavors. How to contact Bikini Flavors Official website: bikiniflavors.com Instagram: @bikiniflavors