At Ocean Sports Board Riders, our women’s swimwear collection is shaped by real time spent in the sea. From our surf shop in Hove on the South Coast, we see women heading out for early morning sea swims, learning to surf, fitting in a paddle after work, or spending full days by the water when the conditions line up. That everyday experience influences the swimwear we stock, focusing on comfort, reliability and pieces that help you feel confident once you’re in the water.
The range covers key searches around women’s swimwear, including women’s swimsuits, bikinis, rash vests, boardshorts and UV swimwear designed for surfing, sea swimming and relaxed beach days. Brands such as C-Skins, O’Neill, Rip Curl, Roxy, Zoggs and Zone3 offer different approaches depending on how you use the sea, making it easier to find swimwear that fits your routine rather than forcing you to adapt.
Women’s Swimsuits
Women’s swimsuits are often the starting point for time spent in the sea. A wide range of one-piece swimsuits from Zone3, Zoggs, Roxy and Rip Curl suits both surfing and sea swimming, offering secure fits and dependable coverage that stays in place while paddling, duck diving or swimming beyond the break. Zone3 swimsuits are designed with enhanced warmth and comfort in mind, making them a strong choice for regular sea swimmers and longer sessions when the water feels cooler. Across the range, these styles are designed to move naturally with your body, so you can stay focused on the water rather than adjusting your swimwear.
Long sleeve and short sleeve one-piece swimsuits are a popular choice when extra coverage through the arms feels right, without needing a separate rash vest. They work well for longer sessions, breezier days or when added sun protection matters. Onesie zipped swimsuits from surf brands such as Roxy bring a practical, surf-led feel, offering a supportive fit with easy entry and a bit more reassurance when you’re active in the water.
Alongside one-piece styles, there’s a strong selection of women’s bikinis from Roxy, O’Neill and Rip Curl. These bikinis are well suited to warmer conditions and beach-led surf sessions, with supportive shapes that stay comfortable in the water while still allowing freedom of movement between paddling, swimming and time on shore.
Women’s Rash Vests & UV Tops
Rash vests and UV tops play an important role in women’s swimwear, particularly during long days in the sea or under strong sun. They help protect skin from sun exposure and reduce irritation from boards or wetsuits during extended paddles. The range includes long sleeve and short sleeve rash vests, covering everything from light sun protection to added warmth.
Women’s rash vests from C-Skins, O’Neill and Roxy include O’Neill hybrid rash vests and O’Neill X Thermo rash vests. Hybrid rash vests offer a balance between standard rash protection and light insulation, making them useful in changing conditions. O’Neill X Thermo rash vests provide extra warmth for longer sessions without the restriction of a full wetsuit, helping you stay comfortable when the water feels cooler.
Women’s Boardshorts
Women’s boardshorts add flexibility to a swimwear setup, especially for those who prefer a bit more coverage or want an easy layer when moving between the beach and the sea. Boardshorts can be worn over a swimsuit or paired with a bikini top or rash vest, making them a practical option for surfing, paddleboarding or relaxed beach sessions. Styles from Roxy and Rip Curl are designed to dry quickly and sit comfortably whether you’re in the water or on the sand.
Beyond individual pieces, the women’s swimwear collection is chosen for real days by the water. Zoggs and Zone3 bring swimwear that works well for sea swimmers and active water users, sitting comfortably alongside surf-focused brands such as Roxy, Rip Curl, O’Neill and C-Skins. Each brand is selected with time in the sea in mind, helping you find swimwear that feels right once you’re in it.
Shopping with Ocean Sports Board Riders means support from people who understand the water. In the Hove surf shop, the team can help you choose women’s swimwear based on how you plan to use it, whether you’re new to the sea or spend most of your free time in it. The right fit can change how confident you feel, and confidence makes all the difference once you step into the water.