Headwear for Swim & Sport
Nerida Fraiman Millinery has been a leader in fashion headwear for over 20 years. From igniting the global fascinator trend in 1998 to being among the first to respond to the demand for high-quality accessories for modest swimsuits, our London atelier reflects the contemporary inclusive worldview and restless imagination of our founder and Creative Director.
Each of our luxury swim & sport turbans is a peerless expression of high functionality and timeless craft. Each modest swim turban and swim hijab that we produce is comfortable, versatile and beautiful, as well flattering and a joy to wear.
We also offer a bespoke service if you wish to create a completely original design.
Handcrafted Excellence
Swim turbans and swim hijabs from Nerida Fraiman are all handmade from the most technologically advanced performance fabric. Soft yet durable, contemporary yet respectful of tradition, they are environmentally-friendly and twice as resistant to chlorine, suntan creams and oils than other swim fabrics.
It is not easy to find a unique style within an established tradition. It takes vision, courage, knowledge and a willingness to experiment, and those are all words that describe Nerida to a T. Her swim turbans and swim hijabs are meticulously handmade to order in her London atelier, each style can be ordered in a wide range of colours to coordinate with your favourite swimwear.
Nerida is continually innovating, discovering new and exciting ways to infuse modest beach fashion with contemporary touches that place her turban style swim caps squarely in the 21st century. The feel is always luxurious and dignified. The lines are clean and considered, with a touch of retro glam. Colours are bright without being gaudy, always flattering. Nerida is on hand to help to choose the perfect shade.
Her team of world-class artisans hand sew every swim cap to perfection. The result is a bespoke fit that gently cradles the head and stays in place even when the wind and the waves are acting up.
Versatile Swim Style
Women wear a swim turban for a variety of reasons – to protect their hair from chemicals, sea water and sun, or to respect their culture. Others just want to look drop dead fabulous strolling along the beach or relaxing poolside at their favourite resort.
Nerida Fraiman’s swim hijabs and swim turbans are the ultimate complement for modest swimwear of all types – from full coverage swimsuits to high fashion swimwear for the plus-size women. Our environmentally-friendly fabric is quick-drying, easy to wash, maintains its shape over time and always flatters the wearer.
Ready to Wear or Bespoke
Our ready to wear swim hat range coordinates with every beach outfit from bikini to burkini and will always look great. If you do not find your dream look in our ready to wear collection we offer a bespoke design option for in a one-of-a-kind couture hijab or turban style swim cap that will be the envy of your friends.
If you’re looking for a totally unique piece we can also personalise our ready to wear swim turbans and swim hijabs with bespoke embellishments to take it to another level. Make an appointment to visit Nerida in the London studio or chat by phone or Whats App on +44 (0)796 9981 405 to start creating your dream look.
Driven to Excel
Nerida Fraiman brings her many years of experience in designing and crafting world-class ready to wear and bespoke hats to each and every one of her swim turbans and swim hijabs. They are the perfect complement to contemporary modest swimwear, crowning the look and mindful and respectful of tradition.
A swim hat from Nerida Fraiman’s atelier will take pride of place in your beach wardrobe and provide you with a timeless accessory you can wear in the water, on the yacht, in the resort or even out on the town. It’s this versatility, combined with true Old World levels of craftsmanship, that set our swim hats apart and keep our clients coming back year after year.