Lagoped swim shorts made from marine waste

Every summer, swim shorts become a must-have. However, behind this summer wardrobe staple lies a major issue: the environmental impact of textiles. Lagoped's KAJA swim shorts address this challenge by combining technicality, durability, and responsible design. Made from marine waste and recycled plastic bottles, they embody a new way of designing our clothes. What if, this summer, your shorts became a responsible act?

KAJA swim shorts are distinguished by their ethical and local design: the yarn is produced in Spain from marine waste collected in the Mediterranean and Atlantic. Weaving, printing, and final assembly are carried out between Spain and Portugal, within a small radius to minimize the carbon footprint.

• Main fabric: 93% recycled polyester (r-PET), 7% polyester (PES) – 125g/m²
• Inner mesh: 100% recycled polyester – 63g/m²

Its soft and comfortable material is ideal for all water activities. And with its featherweight 165g, you'll almost forget you're wearing it.

• Elasticated waistband with drawstring

• Integrated mesh briefs

• 2 side handwarmer pockets + 1 back patch pocket

• “One with nature” embroidery on the back

And because every detail counts: on the NAVY and THYM versions, the drawstring comes from production scraps (partnership with Cousin Trestec ) and its color is random. The embroidered bird feet also vary according to the pieces: no two shorts are exactly alike.

Available in three versions – blue (NAVY), green (THYM), or floral – the KAJA shorts adapt to all tastes. Their classic cut makes them easy to wear, whether at the beach, while water hiking, or paddleboarding.

SEAQUAL INITIATIVE , our partner in this area, goes beyond conventional recycling. Unlike other companies that use plastic collected on land, SEAQUAL works directly with cleanup initiatives in oceans, beaches, rivers, and estuaries to extract plastic already circulating in aquatic ecosystems.

Today, according to Seaqual Initiatives, 4.6 billion tons of plastic are buried or dispersed throughout our environment. Plastic production is exploding, and each year, 14 million tons end up in the ocean . If nothing changes, by 2050 , there will be more plastic than fish in the oceans . Every year, plastic kills millions of marine animals —an ecological disaster of global proportions.

And this concerns us directly: we ingest on average the equivalent of 50 credit cards per year , through the water, food or air we breathe.

SEAQUAL INITIATIVE is taking concrete action to reverse this trend. Its objective: to transform marine waste into high-quality recycled materials and create a real value chain around marine pollution control.

SEAQUAL INITIATIVE collaborates with ocean, beach, river, and estuary cleanup projects around the world. These initiatives bring together entire communities who refuse to allow plastic bags, bottles, or fishing nets to become a commonplace part of our daily lives.

Unlike many companies that focus on ocean-bound plastic (OBP) waste, often located up to 50 km inland, SEAQUAL INITIATIVE works at the heart of the problem, collecting waste already present in aquatic environments. This is where it poses the greatest threat to marine life.

To achieve real impact, SEAQUAL INITIATIVE focuses on areas where waste management is inadequate, usually due to a lack of infrastructure or foreign waste disposal sites. By creating local collection points and a vertical supply chain, the initiative helps reduce the carbon footprint while supporting the local economy.

Marine plastics are more complex to recycle. Even though they can survive in the ocean for centuries, UV rays, salt water, and friction accelerate their degradation. This is why SEAQUAL INITIATIVE is specifically dedicated to the recovery of plastic bottles found at sea, in rivers, and estuaries .

The process includes dope dyeing , which significantly reduces water usage and the release of microplastics. The initiative is also exploring chemical recycling options to expand the use of its materials and increase their circularity .

SEAQUAL INITIATIVE 's ambition doesn't stop at recycling. It is part of a comprehensive and coherent approach to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impact. Reducing waste, supporting local communities, and creating a circular economy around marine pollution control are the pillars of its commitment.

Buying KAJA swim shorts isn't just about choosing a piece of clothing: it's about making a commitment. It's about supporting a circular, local, and environmentally friendly model. It's about choosing a sustainable product that helps preserve what we love: the great outdoors, the sea, and nature.