Vitamin A

California eco-swim. The original.

Founded 2000·Laguna Beach, CA·$95–$220·Swimwear

Amahlia Stevens founded Vitamin A in 2000 on EcoLux®, a recycled nylon she co-developed — making it one of the first sustainability-led swim brands.

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Materials

EcoLux® recycled nylon · Italy
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Recycled polyester · China, USA
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Manufacturing

Manufactured in California, USA · Owned & partner LA factory
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Brand states factories are disclosed · Cut and sewn in California; named partners
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Ownership

Independent, women-owned · Founded 2000 · Amahlia Stevens
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Certifications

1% for the Planet · Pledges 1% of revenue to environmental nonprofits.
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Certifications1% for the Planet
MaterialsEcoLux® recycled nylon
MaterialsRecycled polyester
ManufacturingManufactured in California, USA
ManufacturingBrand states factories are disclosed
OwnershipIndependent, women-owned

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