Brazilian fashion at Miami Swim Week projects over US$4.7 million in international business.

Brazilian participation in Miami Swim Week 2026 in the United States generated significant results for the beachwear and resortwear sector. In total, 46 Brazilian brands participated in the events that make up the fashion week dedicated to this segment, registering more than US$1.65 million in business deals during the event and an expectation of approximately US$4.7 million in business for the next 12 months.

The companies also recorded more than 1,500 business contacts throughout the events, reinforcing the positioning of Brazilian fashion in one of the main international markets for beachwear and resortwear.

Texbrasil impulsiona presença brasileira na SwimShow e Curve Miami

Of the total participants, 21 companies received support from Texbrasil (Brazilian Textile and Fashion Industry Internationalization Program), developed by Abit (Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association) in partnership with ApexBrasil (Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency).

Of these companies, 18 presented their collections at SwimShow, considered one of the most traditional and important swimwear fashion fairs in the world. The event took place between May 30th and June 1st at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

The following brands participated in the fair: Akera, Constantinopla, Das Meninas, Falésia Carioca, Ga-Ha, Guilff, Guria Beachwear, Jungle Society, Karla Vivian, Kopsch, Lybethras, MOS Beachwear, Nidas, Planet Sea, Rio de Sol, Rygy, Silvia Schaefer, and Zillê Rio.

Simultaneously with SwimShow, and also with the support of Texbrasil, the brands Mari M and Plié debuted at Curve Miami, an event focused on the lingerie, underwear, and intimate apparel segment.

Another novelty of this edition was the Brazilian participation in Colombiamoda Miami. For the first time, the event opened space to brands from other countries, and Brazil was represented by the brand Borana. The event took place between May 27th and 29th at Throw Social in Miami.

Business and international recognition for Brazilian beachwear

Companies supported by Texbrasil registered 467 business contacts, generating approximately US$426,500 in business during the events. The expectation is to reach around US$2.03 million in business over the next 12 months.

“Brazilian beachwear stood out for the high quality of its products, the creativity that reflects the country’s identity, and an internationally recognized standard of excellence. These attributes reinforced the competitiveness of national brands and consolidated Brazil as a global reference in this segment,” says Adriana D’Agostini, Commercial Promotion Manager at Abit.

Cabana Show expands opportunities for Brazilian brands in the United States

In addition to the actions carried out by Texbrasil, another 25 Brazilian companies participated in the Cabana Show with the support of Fashion Label Brasil, a program for the internationalization of Brazilian value-added fashion created by ABEST (Brazilian Association of Fashion Designers) in partnership with ApexBrasil.

The delegation included the brands Água de Coco, Catarina Mina, Cecília Prado, Cristina Sabatini, Despi, Dress To, Empress, Gapaz, La Sirène, Lavish, Lenny, Lis Fiaschi, Maria Pavan, Melissa, Naked, Osklen, PatBO, Serpui, Sinesia Karol, Sophia Hegg, Ventura Eyewear, Vix, Waiwai, Yukio, and Zoew.

The companies participating in the Cabana Show made 1,060 business contacts, resulting in approximately US$1.23 million in business during the event. The expectation for the next 12 months is US$2.67 million in future business.

“Brazilian resort fashion has been standing out in the international market for its unique combination of creativity, quality, and authenticity. The collections presented by national brands reflect not only the Brazilian lifestyle but also a strong commitment to sustainability, the appreciation of craftsmanship and handmade techniques, elements that are increasingly valued by global buyers and consumers,” comments Aurea Yamashita, International Project Manager at ABEST.

Miami Swim Week reinforces the leading role of Brazilian fashion

The results achieved during Miami Swim Week 2026 demonstrate the strength of Brazilian fashion in the international market and the growing demand for products that combine design, quality, innovation, and authenticity.

Participation coordinated by initiatives such as Texbrasil and Fashion Label Brasil strengthens the presence of national brands in strategic markets, expands export opportunities, and consolidates Brazil as one of the main global references in beachwear and resortwear.

About Abit
The Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association (Abit), founded on February 21, 1957, is one of the most important entities among the country’s economic sectors. It represents the productive force of 25,700 companies of all sizes located throughout the national territory, employing more than 1.34 million workers and generating, together, an annual revenue (in 2024) of R$ 221 billion.

About Texbrasil
The Brazilian Textile and Fashion Industry Internationalization Program (Texbrasil) works with companies in the textile and apparel sector to develop strategies for conquering the global market. For over 25 years, it has helped approximately 2,000 brands enter the export market, generating US$11 billion in business. The program is carried out through a partnership between Abit (Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association) and ApexBrasil (Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency).

About ABEST
Created in 2003, the Brazilian Association of Fashion Designers aims to strengthen and promote Brazilian design and original fashion. Its main purpose is to assist in the development of Brazilian brands with international reach and promote the Brazilian lifestyle, thus contributing to the growth of all segments linked to fashion.

The association functions as an environment for the exchange of information and experiences among its members and acts in meeting their individual needs through training; the provision of market data; the promotion of their products; and the identification of business opportunities in Brazil and abroad.

About Fashion Label Brazil
It is the Brazilian Fashion Internationalization Program with Added Value, from ABEST | Brazilian Association of Fashion Designers, created more than 20 years ago in partnership with ApexBrasil (Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency), currently has around 180 participating brands, 85% of which are women-led brands and 40% have sustainable & eco-friendly practices. Its purpose is to position Brazilian fashion abroad, enhancing the image of an innovative and contemporary Brazil.

About ApexBrasil
The Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (ApexBrasil) works to promote Brazilian products and services abroad and attract foreign investment to strategic sectors of the Brazilian economy. To achieve its objectives, ApexBrasil carries out diverse trade promotion activities aimed at promoting exports and enhancing the value of Brazilian products and services abroad, such as prospecting and trade missions, business roundtables, support for the participation of Brazilian companies in major international trade fairs, visits by foreign buyers and opinion leaders to learn about the Brazilian production structure, among other business platforms that also aim to strengthen the Brazil brand.

The Agency also works in a coordinated manner with public and private actors to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) to Brazil, focusing on strategic sectors for the development of the competitiveness of Brazilian companies and the country.