Binder – designed for swimming

The Be Who You Are binder Be Who You Are been specially designed to support you in aquatic environments while respecting your body, your breathing, and your mobility. Whether at the pool, the beach, or in the shower, this style lets you feel comfortable and confident, without having to choose between comfort, gender expression safety. Unlike a binder , the binder features a polyester lining that doesn’t absorb water, dries quickly, and doesn’t retain moisture. It has a front zipper, designed to make it easy to put on and take off, even when the fabric is wet.

👉 Important tip: We recommend choosing a size larger than your usual size to make it easier to put on and ensure optimal comfort while swimming.

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🧵 Features

The binder is designed to provide light yet secure support in the water.

Material composition:

• Outer fabric: 80% nylon / 20% spandex. Stretchable, breathable, and abrasion-resistant fabric.
• Inner lining: 100% polyester. A technical fabric that does not absorb water and dries quickly.
• Zipper: A front zipper designed to make it easy to put on and take off, even when the binder wet.

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🫶 Comfort and feel

The binder provides light compression, specifically designed for use in water. This design ensures proper breathing and prevents excessive compression, which could be dangerous in an aquatic environment. It looks like a standard swim top and allows for a natural, streamlined fit while maintaining a high degree of freedom of movement.

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📏 Recommendations

For safe use:

• Choose a size larger than your usual size
• Do not wear for more than 8 hours a day
• Don't sleep with
• Remove immediately if you experience difficulty breathing, fatigue, or unusual discomfort
• 👉 This binder specifically designed for use in water and is not a substitute for a binder for everyday use

⚠️ This product is not a medical device. Improper use may cause discomfort or pose health risks.

🎥 How do I choose the right size and take my measurements?

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🧼 Care Instructions

To keep your binder good condition (especially after exposure to chlorine or salt water):

• Hand wash in lukewarm water with mild soap, or
• Wash at 30°C, delicate cycle, in a laundry net
• Air-dry, preferably flat
• Do not iron, do not wring out, do not expose to direct sunlight, and do not tumble dry

🎥 How do you wash a binder

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🧍 How do you put on your binder ?

🎥 How do you put on a binder ? 👉 Click here

There are two possible methods, depending on your preference:

Method 1 – Like a vest:
Put on your binder an open vest.
Grab both ends of the zipper and pull them outward.
Lean forward slightly and insert the slider into the zipper.
Pinch it between two fingers, then zip it all the way up.

👉 During the first fitting, it may be helpful to have someone else there to assist you.

Method 2 – Traditional way of putting it on:
Zip the binder before putting it on.
Put it on like a regular T-shirt.

⚠️ Never close it halfway, as this could damage the clasp or the fabric.

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❓ FAQ

🏊 Can I go swimming while wearing a binder ?
Yes, but binders aren’t designed for use in water: the cotton lining absorbs water, they take longer to dry, and they can be difficult to remove. If you’d still like to try, test it out in the shower first to make sure it’s comfortable.

⏳ Does it dry quickly?
Yes, thanks to its polyester lining, this binder dries much faster than a traditional cotton-lined model.

📏 What size should I choose?
👉 We recommend choosing one size larger than your usual size for added comfort. You can check out our size guide to help you choose.

🫧 Is it as compressive as a binder ?
No. It provides slightly less compression, designed not to restrict breathing in the water, while still offering a natural flattening effect.

📦 Is shipping discreet?
Yes. All our packages are plain and do not indicate the contents. For more information, see our shipping terms.

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🤍 The Be Who You Are Be Who You AreCommitment
At Be Who You Are, we design products meant to support your journey with respect, safety, and kindness. Our binders designed to support your well-being, never to constrain your body.