The best way to care for your JAYD swimwear is to rinse it in cold fresh water immediately after every swim, hand wash gently with a mild detergent, dry flat in the shade, and store it in a cool dry place. These four habits alone will keep your suit looking and performing its best for seasons to come.
Before you dive in
- Rinse in cold fresh water after every single swim, this is the most important step
- Hand wash only, washing machines and tumble dryers will damage the fabric and PBT lining
- Always dry in the shade, direct sunlight fades colour and weakens fibres over time
- Rotate between suits if you swim regularly, fabric needs time to recover its shape
- Store flat or folded in a cool, dry place, never leave a damp suit in a closed bag
Why does swimwear care matter so much?
JAYD suits are constructed with premium Italian eco fabric and a 100% PBT lining, materials specifically engineered for longevity. But even the best fabric degrades faster than it should without the right care routine between sessions.
Chlorine, salt, sunscreen, and UV exposure all begin breaking down fabric the moment they come into contact with it. The difference between a suit that still performs after two seasons and one that is faded and shapeless after two months almost always comes down to what happens after you get out of the water.
The four essential care habits
1. Rinse after every swim
This is the single most impactful thing you can do. Rinsing your suit in cold, fresh water immediately after every swim removes chlorine, salt, sunscreen, and sweat before they have a chance to cause lasting damage. It takes thirty seconds and makes an enormous difference over the course of a season.
2. Hand wash with a gentle detergent
Keep your JAYD suit out of the washing machine and away from the tumble dryer entirely. The agitation of a machine wash and the heat of a dryer are two of the fastest ways to break down performance swimwear fabric. Hand wash in cold water with a gentle, swim-specific detergent when needed. Avoid bleach, harsh detergents, and fabric softener, these strip colour, degrade fibres, and reduce the stretch recovery that keeps your suit fitting the way it should.
3. Dry with care
After rinsing, gently press out excess water, do not wring or twist the fabric. Lay your suit flat to dry, or hang it from the body rather than the straps. Always dry in the shade. UV exposure continues to fade and weaken fabric even when your suit is not in the water, and direct sunlight will accelerate colour loss faster than almost anything else. Never dry on a heated towel rail, radiator, or in a tumble dryer, heat causes irreversible damage to elastane and PBT fibres.
4. Rotate between suits
If you are swimming three or more times a week, rotating between at least two suits is one of the most effective ways to extend the life of both. Fabric needs time to recover its shape and elasticity after each session. Wearing the same suit every day does not give the fibres time to bounce back, which accelerates wear over a season. It is also a very good excuse to add another colour to the collection.
What to avoid, quick reference
| What | Avoid | Do instead |
|---|---|---|
| Washing | ✗ Machine wash | ✓ Hand wash in cold water |
| Drying | ✗ Tumble dryer or direct sunlight | ✓ Flat in the shade |
| Detergent | ✗ Bleach or fabric softener | ✓ Gentle swim-specific detergent |
| Wringing | ✗ Twist or wring fabric | ✓ Gently press out excess water |
| Storage | ✗ Damp in a closed bag | ✓ Flat in a cool, dry place |
| Surfaces | ✗ Sitting on rough concrete or rocks | ✓ Always sit on a towel |
Extra habits worth building
Protect from rough surfaces
Concrete pool edges, textured rocks, and coarse sand all cause abrasive wear on swimwear fabric. Sit on a towel rather than directly on your suit wherever possible.
Store it properly
Store your suit flat or folded in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Never leave a damp suit packed inside a closed bag, this encourages mould and mildew, which permanently damages fabric.
Put it on gently
When putting your suit on or taking it off, avoid yanking or pulling at the fabric. Overstretching stresses the fibres in ways they are not designed to handle and can permanently alter the fit over time.
Why your JAYD suit is built to last
Every JAYD suit is made with premium Italian eco fabric and a 100% PBT lining, materials engineered specifically for long-term durability in chlorinated and saltwater environments.
The right care routine is what makes sure it stays that way. A well-cared-for JAYD suit lasts multiple seasons of regular swimming, significantly longer than standard fashion swimwear used under the same conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you wash a JAYD swimsuit?
Rinse in cold fresh water immediately after every swim. Hand wash gently in cold water with a mild detergent when needed, rinse thoroughly, and lay flat to dry in the shade. Avoid hot water, bleach, fabric softener, wringing, and tumble drying.
Can I put my swimsuit in the washing machine?
No. Machine washing causes agitation that damages performance swimwear fabric and degrades the PBT lining over time. Hand washing in cold water is always the better option and takes very little effort for a garment that works as hard as your swimsuit does.
How do I dry my swimsuit without damaging it?
Gently press out excess water without wringing, then lay flat or hang from the body of the suit in a shaded spot. Never tumble dry, never dry in direct sunlight, and never use a heated towel rail or radiator. Heat causes irreversible damage to swimwear fabric and elastic.
How long should a JAYD swimsuit last?
With proper care, a JAYD suit is built to last multiple seasons of regular swimming. The combination of premium Italian performance fabric and a full 100% PBT lining means the suit maintains its shape, colour, and structure far longer than standard fashion swimwear — especially when cared for consistently between sessions.
How do I store my swimsuit between swims?
Store your suit flat or folded in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Always make sure it is fully dry before storing, and never leave it packed inside a closed bag while damp — this encourages mould and mildew that can permanently damage the fabric.
For more on what makes JAYD swimwear built differently, read our complete guide to chlorine-resistant swimwear. Or browse the full JAYD swimwear collection.