Swimwear Bali

Requesting Digital Prints

Why We Print Digitally
At Swimwear Bali – We print exclusively on American REPREVE® recycled nylon using Italian MS digital printers and eco-friendly dyes. This method ensures colours appear exactly as intended: rich, true to the eye, and nearly indistinguishable from the original artwork.

The printed fabric feels exceptionally soft against the skin while offering superior body sculpting. Our high-resolution prints maintain their shape, depth, and clarity even after repeated exposure to sun, saltwater, chlorine, and frequent wear.

Printed swimwear sells. Many brands include one or more motifs in their collections. Our step-by-step process is simple to follow and built for fast turnaround.

Every other manufacturer in Bali prints using a sublimation process on polyester, typically used for activewear due to its compatibility with high-compression fabrics. However, sublimation lacks the soft hand feel and premium finish of nylon-based digital printing.

Adding prints to your collection costs only slightly more than using solid-dyed fabrics. Prints are also faster to produce and easier to manage. All prints are produced offshore and airfreighted to Bali every two weeks, keeping your lead times short and reliable.

REPREVE® Tahiti & Hawaii

REPREVE® Tahiti and REPREVE® Hawaii were developed by Swimwear Bali and are trusted by global brands seeking a high-end print solution. Both offer strong resistance to chlorine and salt water, allowing colours to remain vibrant even after repeated use.
Tahiti is typically chosen by brands whose customers spend more time in chlorinated pools, while Hawaii is often selected for beach-side and ocean-focused collections.
Overall, both fabrics are interchangeable and are excellent options for true-to-life printed swimwear designs.

REPREVE® HAWAII
86% REPREVE® Nylon + 14% Spandex | 210gsm | Circular Knit | Microfiber 70 Denier | UPF 50+
Key features:

  • Eco-friendly: made from recycled post-consumer waste
  • Soft, lightweight, and body-sculpting fit
  • High-performance: wicking, quick-dry, UV and chlorine resistant. This fabric is ideal for brands focused on swimwear designed for ocean use.
  • Stunning prints: vibrant, saturated colour reproduction
  • 4-way stretch for superior fit and movement

REPREVE® TAHITI
78% REPREVE® Nylon + 22% Xtra Life Lycra | 200gsm | Warp Knit | REPREVE® Fiber | UPF 50+
Key features:

  • Eco-friendly: made from recycled post-consumer waste
  • Soft hand feel: smooth and comfortable against the skin
  • High-performance: wicking, quick-dry, chlorine and cream-resistant.
  • Stunning prints: vibrant, saturated colour reproduction
  • 4-way stretch for superior fit and movement

Eco-Friendly Prints

We use premium Huntsman dyes from the USA, certified by OEKO-TEX® and GOTS, ensuring the highest safety and sustainability standards:

  • Skin-friendly & hypoallergenic — ideal for sensitive skin.
  • OEKO-TEX® certified — free from harmful chemicals.
  • Eco-friendly & non-toxic — no heavy metals or pollutants.
  • Soft & comfortable — preserves REPREVE®’s luxurious feel.
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Digital Print Options for Swimwear

  • Sample meters: 2-meter sections, 2–3 weeks processing.
  • Bulk prints: 70 meters per motif, to be used entirely in your bulk order.
  • Print runs are air-freighted into Bali every two weeks to ensure fast and on-time production.

Working with Custom or Online Prints

Adding prints to your collection can instantly elevate your designs. Whether you’re developing your own or sourcing online, here’s what you need to know. Submitting artwork for digital printing is simple, and most customers find it easier than expected.

1. Submitting Custom Artwork

Creating a print from scratch offers full creative freedom but can take more time and budget. If you’re planning to design your own, we recommend using Adobe Illustrator for best results. Alternatively, you can commission a graphic artist who understands seamless repeat pattern creation.

Simply send your motifs as Vector files such as AI, EPS or SVG or High-resolution JPEG, PNG or PDF at 300 dpi.

Your artwork needs seamlessly repeat, meaning the edges match so the pattern tiles smoothly. This is standard for most purchased or professionally designed motifs. 
You’ll also need to prepare front and back screenshots or a clear layout showing how the print should appear on your styles.

If you are unsure about anything, just send us a quick message & our graphics team can check your file and let you know if it is ready to use.

2. Purchasing Prints Online

If you’d prefer a faster and more budget-friendly option, consider purchasing a ready-made design. Platforms like Shutterstock, Adobe Stock, and VectorStock offer thousands of digital-print-ready motifs starting from just a few dollars.

Recommended Steps:

  1. Visit Shutterstock or your preferred platform
  2. Type your search + the word “seamless”
    Example: “Abstract flower blooming seamless pattern”
    This helps ensure the file tiles smoothly without visible joins.
  3. Choose files in vector format (EPS, AI, or SVG)
This allows us to scale the design to fit your style layout perfectly without losing resolution. Once selected, you can either send the original file directly to us or we can assist with format checking and layout suggestions before production.

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We offer a curated selection of free motifs on our Pinterest page — feel free to browse and send us your selection.

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Example: The motif below repeats seamlessly both left-to-right and top-to-bottom (most motifs repeat every 10–20 cm).

Check out this Quick Guide, which explains the difference between random and placement prints, a simple yet useful read if you’re new to print layouts.

Note
Digital printers can sometimes misinterpret similar colour tones, especially within the same colour family, such as greens, greys, and blues, which may cause unexpected results. When your print includes only a few distinct colours (up to 3 or 4), accuracy is usually consistent.
To help us match your colours more precisely, refer to this guide on using Pantone as a reference.

Questions About Prints?

If you’re unsure about anything — from how to prepare your file to handing it over — we’ve got you. Our team can assist with whatever you need, and in most cases, we don’t charge for this support. Have a print to hand over? Send it to us here and we’ll take care of the rest.

Note
If you wish to review any print motif before it is used in bulk production, we print a 2-meter sample to ensure color accuracy.

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