Candice Swanepoel's sustainable fashion label, Tropic of C, has officially launched its second exclusive swimwear collection in partnership with lingerie giant Victoria's Secret. The new line, titled Dolce Vita, was unveiled on Wednesday with exclusive images shared with The Daily Mail, marking a significant evolution from the brands' initial collaboration.
A Meaningful Partnership Evolves
In a statement, Swanepoel expressed deep personal significance in continuing this creative alliance. 'Continuing this partnership with Victoria's Secret feels incredibly meaningful to me,' she revealed, announcing the Dolce Vita collection name. 'This new collection is an exciting evolution of our first collaboration. A beautiful culmination of both brands' aesthetics.'
The supermodel and designer emphasized how the collection merges distinct brand philosophies. 'It blends Victoria's Secret's iconic femininity with Tropic of C's elevated, sustainable sensibility. And I couldn't be more excited to share it,' she added enthusiastically.
Creative Vision and Campaign
For this launch, Swanepoel returns not merely as the campaign face, photographed by Greg Swales, but as the primary creative force behind the collection's design. She described reimagining Victoria's Secret swimwear entirely through her own lens, resulting in what the company calls 'a confident, elevated blend of both worlds: Victoria's Secret's iconic color energy meets Tropic of C's signature attention to cut, texture, and fit.'
On social media, Swanepoel promoted the drop with the evocative caption: 'Dress for the moment the sun hits your skin. Tropic of C x Victoria’s Secret just dropped.'
Collection Details and Design Philosophy
The limited-edition collection is rooted in Tropic of C's design ethos, blending the brand's signature elevated silhouettes and premium textures with Victoria's Secret's bold color narratives. Standout styles feature innovative materials such as high-gloss Pistachio Foil and Coffee Lurex fabrics, alongside a fresh Kiwi Shell print that feels seasonally perfect.
According to the brand, the collection offers 'effortlessly chic silhouettes that embody modern femininity, confidence, and a refined sense of ease and sensuality.' It includes signature one-piece and two-piece swim sets, plus select swim apparel, all available in sizes XS to XL.
Sustainability and Craftsmanship
Sustainability remains a central pillar, highlighting Tropic of C's commitment to thoughtful craftsmanship. The collection features expressive prints designed to last beyond seasonal trends while flattering the female form. With a history of modelling Victoria's Secret Swim covers, Swanepoel brings curated, effortless styles to this collaboration, presenting swimwear reimagined through her dual perspective as designer and creative director.
The result is a refined yet powerful swimwear line that represents a fusion of iconic brand energy with sustainable, elevated design sensibilities.
