Swim binders made for trans masculine, FTM and nonbinary people who want a flatter chest in the water. Our Tank and Crop styles are made from quick-dry compression fabric that lets you swim, breathe and move freely. Australian owned and based in Melbourne/Naarm, we ship Australia-wide, or you can book a free fitting at our Melbourne store.
Gender neutral swimwear is swimwear designed without reference to binary "men's" or "women's" cuts, built instead around fit, coverage and comfort for any body. Our swim binders combine this with built-in chest compression, so you get gender-affirming swimwear that's also safe to swim, dive and move in.
Finding swimwear that feels right shouldn't be complicated. Unlike regular chest binders, swim binders are designed specifically for the water. They keep their structure and flexibility whether you're in a pool, the ocean or a lake, and dry quickly once you're out. Whether you're heading to the beach this summer, surfing, or just want to feel more comfortable at the local pool, a swimming chest binder is designed to make that possible.
We offer two swim binder styles, both made from the same quick-dry compression fabric:
Swim Binder – Tank sits at the hip for more coverage. Great on its own or paired with our Swim Shorts.
Swim Binder – Crop sits at the midriff. Pairs well with our Swim Shirts for more coverage, and our Swim Shorts.
Both styles provide moderate chest compression: enough to create a flatter silhouette while allowing comfortable breathing and free movement in the water.
Many chest binders on the market use rigid internal panels that stop your ribcage expanding when you breathe deeply, which is exactly what swimming needs. Transform binders have no rigid panels. A swimming chest binder is made from swimwear-grade materials that behave completely differently in water. They stay lightweight and flexible when wet, making them safe and comfortable for:
A well-fitted swim binder should feel snug and supportive without restricting your breathing or movement. Measure around the fullest part of your chest and check our chest binder size guide before you order.
If you have questions about sizing or which style might suit you best, our team is happy to help. Just get in touch or book a free fitting appointment at our Melbourne store.
A swim binder (or swimming binder) is a compression garment designed to flatten the chest while being safe and comfortable to wear in water.
Most chest binders aren’t designed for swimming, mainly because many use rigid internal panels that restrict your breathing in the water. Transform binders are panel-free, but we still recommend a dedicated swim binder for swimming, as it’s built to dry quickly and resist chlorine.
Choose a binder made for swimming, wear the correct size, take breaks, and take it off if you feel short of breath or uncomfortable.
Swim binders provide moderate compression: enough to create a flatter chest appearance while allowing comfortable breathing and natural movement in the water.
Yes. Swim binders are designed for both pools and natural water environments, including the ocean and lakes.
Transform Transwear is an Australian-owned brand based in Melbourne. Our swim binders ship Australia-wide, and you can also book a free fitting appointment at our Melbourne store.
Rinse in cold fresh water after each use, wash in a laundry bag on a cold gentle cycle, and hang to dry in the shade. Avoid the dryer and wringing the fabric.
Gender neutral swimwear is cut and styled without reference to binary "men's" or "women's" categories, focusing instead on fit and coverage that works across body types.
