How to Care for Your The Tilt Black Swim Top

Quick answer

To keep your The Tilt Black swim top fitting well and looking new, rinse it in cool water after every wear, hand wash with a gentle detergent, and lay it flat to dry away from direct sun.

Step-by-step care routine

1. Rinse immediately after wear: Rinse your The Tilt Black in cool tap water as soon as you take it off. This removes salt, chlorine, sunscreen, and body oils that can break down the fabric and elastic over time. Don't let the swim top sit wet in a bag—rinse it within an hour.
2. Hand wash with a mild detergent: Fill a basin with cool water and add a small amount of a gentle, bleach-free detergent. Submerge the swim top and gently swish it for a few minutes. Pay extra attention to the underarm and back areas where sunscreen and sweat collect. Never use fabric softener or bleach—they degrade the elastic and can weaken the powermesh sling.
3. Rinse thoroughly and squeeze, don't wring: Drain the soapy water and refill with cool water. Rinse until no suds remain. To remove excess water, press the swim top against the side of the basin or between your palms. Do not twist or wring, as that can bend the underwire and distort the cups. Wringing is the fastest way to misalign the hidden underwire.
4. Lay flat to dry in the shade: Place the swim top on a clean, dry towel and roll it up gently to absorb extra moisture. Then unroll and lay the top flat on a drying rack or a fresh towel, reshaping the cups and straps. Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from heaters. Never hang the swim top by the straps—the weight of wet fabric stretches them out. Never use a dryer.
5. Store flat or folded with care: Once fully dry, store your The Tilt Black flat in a drawer or folded gently with the cups facing up. Avoid stacking heavy items on top of it, which can flatten the cups or bend the wire. Storing the top folded with the cups nested inside each other helps maintain the cup shape.

Product details

• The Tilt Black: Hidden in-built underwire bra with non-padded cups and powermesh sling for extra support. The underwire and sling require gentle care to maintain their shape and support; rough handling can permanently damage the structure.