Melanoma Awareness Month – A Personal Story with Factor Bermuda

My Story.

Factor Bermuda was conceived following my diagnosis of melanoma which set me on a fruitless journey in search of beautiful sun protective clothing. Drawing from my background working for top fashion brands Burberry and Jimmy Choo, I began developing the pieces I wanted to wear. Chic, minimalist designs with a high-end esthetic, and a capsule wardrobing sensibility, each piece wearable both as a swimsuit or bodysuit.

It was important to me to create a choice of the level of skin coverage from the fully covered Bateau Silhouette to the more sultry Plunge Silhouette, but always with full coverage to the back. For Summer22 the capsule consists of 7 looks in 8 colors, including 4 one-piece and 3 two-piece looks offering unique mix and match options. All silhouettes come with a custom monogrammed belt, cinching the waist, and adding a touch of retro glamour.

Sustainability Ethos.

After moving my family to Bermuda from London, a greater appreciation for the environment and ocean sustainability also came into play. Living on the coastline, witnessing first-hand the daily effects of ocean plastics was the catalyst for creating my complete collection from sustainable materials. 

Made from luxurious Italian Lycra derived from rescued ocean plastics and ethically manufactured in small batch production in New York, every element of my business is carefully considered with sustainability at the forefront.

Sustainable Sun Protection.

Apart from the sustainability of my fabrics, spending much of my time in the sun in Bermuda also made me more closely consider the daily effects of harsh sunscreen chemicals absorbed by my skin and the effect these chemicals have on our environment. Regardless of if you swim in the ocean, when we shower these chemicals are rinsed from our bodies, washed down the drain and into our water systems and oceans. I take pride in developing a collection that not only protects the skin but also protects the environment and beautifully sculpts the body, combining timeless, elevated design with skincare and sustainability.