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Cooling products to keep you from breaking a sweat this summer

Brittney Levine joins Hoda and Jenna with her list of the perfect products to keep you cool in the summer heat, including the Keter cool bar, no sweat hat liners and more.

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The 15 Best Board Shorts to Wear This Summer

I’ve always been partial to skin-tight, short-shorts, the kinds of styles with four-, sometimes three-inch inseams. My legs look great, and I like to flaunt them whenever I can. This applies tocargo shorts, running shorts, swim trunks, and more. The one time that it doesn’t is when—on the very, very rare occasion—I try surfing, boogie boarding, wakeboarding, jet skiing, or anything that requires gear in water. For all this, board shorts are preferred. Believe me.

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Summer Wedding Attire for Men Guide: Here's What Guys Should Wear

You know wedding season is coming when the usual mix of bills and random catalogues in your mailbox is disrupted by large envelopes with thick cardstock. While the attractive wedding invitations with calligraphy might at first seem like a nice surprise, most guys can easily feel overwhelmed by the time their eyes read the dress code.

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The Best Men's Swim Trunks for the Pool, the Beach, and Beyond

The Bayberry Trunk from Fair Harbor offers a more sustainable spin on classic men’s swim trunks. They’re made with a blend of recycled polyester, cotton, and elastane for a comfortable feel and stylishly faded colors; a slightly tapered leg gives them a more fitted look. They’re DWR treated, so they’ll dry quickly, and a soft built-in liner keeps you comfortable during long days by the water.

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The Best Polo Shirts for Men, Tested and Reviewed by Style Editors

When you want the crisp feel of a camp shirt but you love the look of a polo, Fair Harbor will have you covered. Breathable and lightweight, the Atlantic Polo also comes with a sun-drenched wash to look lived-in. At under $70, it can be easily dressed up or down, for your nightlife or your office life.

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To B Corp or Not to B Corp? For Many Founders, There's No Question

Fair Harbor baked sustainability into its corporate mission from the start, with its business model of using plastic bottles as the raw material for its line of beachwear.

The New York City-based apparel brand launched in 2014, but it wasn't until six years into business that Danehy took steps toward B Corp status--thanks to a push from one of his most junior employees.

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Sun's Out! 10 Father And Son Matching Swim Trunks For Enjoying Those Summer Days

With Father's Day around the corner and summer ahead, what better way to celebrate dad than to match him up with his mini-me?

Whether dad is a pool guy or a beachgoer, these matching father-son swim trunks will brighten all of the warm weeks to come. He and his little guy will look effortlessly cool in their coordinated summer.

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Father’s Day Gift Guide: The Best Swimsuits For A Beach Vacation

Summer is all about beach vacations and water fun but chances are he’s still wearing the same swimsuit he’s had for decades. Do him a favor and treat him to a new pair of swim trunks — the latest ones are made from performance material, dry quickly and have lots of thoughtful features and details. Many of them double as shorts and are even sustainably made, using fabric woven from recycled plastic water bottles.

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Sibling Entrepreneurs Turn Plastic Waste Into A Sustainable Lifestyle Brand

Caroline Danehy, cofounder and chief brand officer of Fair Harbor Clothing, and her brother started the company in 2014 when she was in high school. She had passion, youthful exuberance, agility, curiosity, grit, a willingness to be coached, and an attitude to do whatever it takes.

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How This Sister and Brother Co-Founded a $45.1 Million Revenue-Generating Sustainable Business

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Venus and Serena Williams, and even Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss have proven that great ventures can emerge from sibling relationships. Unlike the business relationships between parents and children, sibling ventures are much more likely to be a partnership among equals.

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Fair Harbor to Expand Into Womenswear, Launching First Commercial

Fair Harbor is taking a major step toward its goal of becoming a lifestyle brand for the entire family. On April 18, the men’s sustainable swimwear brand will introduce its first women’s collection. The launch collection will encompass 25 pieces in six styles: the Atlantique 2.75-inch inseam short; the Corliss 4.5-inch inseam short; the ...

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These Under 30 Listers Tripled Revenue In Two Years By Transforming Plastic Bottles Into Bathing Suits

When siblings Jake and Caroline Danehy appeared on our 2020 Under 30 list, their swimsuit brand Fair Harbor had just hit $2 million in revenue. A year later, they exploded—hitting $18.1 million in 2021 thanks to a sustainability-focused mission and an aggressive, old-school marketing campaign.

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The 25 Best Swim Trunks for Any and All Aquatic Adventures

Most lined swim trunks feature a mesh brief on the inside. Not so with Fair Harbor's Anchor trunks, which have a snug interior short made from soft CoolMax fabric. Hey, it's a preference thing. And that's not all these trunks have to offer. The shell is made from 88 percent recycled polyester that comes from reclaimed plastic bottles (the rest of the fabric is spandex for supreme stretchiness). All that, plus an oversized diamond pattern at the side. Nice.

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The 30 Best Men's Bathing Suits to Wear to the Beach and Beyond

Can you believe these swim shorts are made from a fabric that’s 88% recycled plastic bottles? These eco-friendly trunks also feature four-way stretch and quick-dry capabilities. Oh, and if odor is your issue, this swimsuit has you covered there, too.

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A brother-sister duo tackle plastic pollution

Meet the brother-sister duo whose happy summers growing up on the beaches of Fire Island, New York, helped spark a successful business tackling plastic pollution in the ocean.

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The ultimate spring break packing list for your 2022 vacation

More than 13,000 Fair Harbor reviewers agree that this Anchor Trunk is worth obsessing over. What makes this bathing suit different from the thousands of other options on the market? Well, for one, the brand has done away with the chafe-inducing liner of yore, replacing it with a stretchy, supportive,

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The 22 Best Men’s Swim Trunks to Wear in 2022

When the warmer weather arrives, and it’s finally time to take out our summer clothes, you need to grab the best bathing suits for men from the bottom of your underwear drawer and let those legs breathe again.

If you reach for your most recent pair of the best men’s swim trunks, only to find they no longer fit, are completely trashed, or you suddenly despise the way they look, it’s time for new men’s swimwear. Luckily, you don’t need to worry. We’ve researched and compiled a list of the best bathing suits from our favorite brands.

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The Best 2022 Father's Day Gifts For Every Dad

Father’s Day is rapidly approaching and it’s time to pick out something special for your dad, uncle, grandpa, or brother who’s celebrating his first as a parent, Dads do so much day in and day out, and Father’s Day is an opportunity to express your love by giving him a gift he can use all year round. We know every dad is unique, so we’ve curated a list of 2022 Father’s Day Gifts with something for every type of dad. Now, all that’s left for you to do is sign the card.

Read our guide and get the dads in your life a truly spectacular gift. Whether you’re looking for a

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Why the C-suite Embraces Empathy as a Key Leadership Approach

At apparel company Fair Harbor, practicing empathy has been built into the brand since day one. When asked about the benefits of it, cofounders Caroline and Jake Danehy said it is central to the firm’s success along with creating a “family-style culture.”

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The Lead’s power list of high-growth D2C brands that are reinventing & redefining the future of fashion, retail, & consumer.

Ultra-comfortable beachwear made from recycled plastic bottles, so you can enjoy the places you love while protecting them too.

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In its 35th year, EY honors unstoppable entrepreneurial creators and disrupters in the New York Region.

Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) is pleased to announce the winners of the Entrepreneur Of The Year® New York  Award. Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. The New York program celebrates entrepreneurs from New York and Connecticut. This group of audacious entrepreneurial leaders was selected by an independent judging panel made up of previous award

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Introducing the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America

No. 26 on the list:

Fair Harbor transforms upcycled plastic bottles into timeless, ultra-soft apparel.

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The 19 Best Men's Elastic Waist Pants, Tested by Style Experts

With a lightweight and versatile design, they provide unparalleled comfort in any setting—whether you're on the move or enjoying leisure time outdoors, the four-way stretch and adjustable drawstring waist will always ensure an easy fit, no matter your adventure. The addition of a durable water-repellent finish also ensures a quick dry, keeping you fresh and ready for anything. We also love how we were able to effortlessly transition from casual to refined with this pant's classic look and slightly tailored silhouette.

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How These Siblings Sold $18 Million Of Bathing Suits Made From Recycled Water Bottles During Covid-19

“We were really frustrated by plastic bottles and everything going on in the environment—that’s the backbone of our business,” says Fair Harbor cofounder and CEO Jake Danehy, 27, who made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list alongside his 24-year-old cofounder and CCO sister in 2020. “But that’s not really what sells our products; we make a superior product people want to wear, that’s what sells.”

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Fair Harbor Anchor Short

Are swim trunks good for the earth? Not usually, but these are. Made from a blend of recycled ocean plastic and spandex, each pair of these comfy, stretchy shorts reuses the equivalent of 12 plastic bottles. A DWR fabric treatment helps them dry quickly, and they come with a built-in liner and three pockets for maximum versatility in and out of the water.

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Good Company: Fair Harbor Aims to Protect the World’s Oceans by Making Swimsuits Out of Plastic Bottles

The company had humble beginnings. Caroline, 22, says they “bootstrapped” Fair Harbor after its initial debut, going out to small beach towns, not unlike the company’s namesake, “to sell to anyone who would listen to our story. We’ve developed a real community while building it,” she says of the company.

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Mens Activewear Moves Forward By Leaps And Bounds In 2022

Fair Harbor’s The One Pant is the perfect option for those who value quality materials, effortless comfort, and protecting the environment. The One Pant is made from 20 plastic bottles but, don't be fooled, these pants are ultra-soft and feature durable water repellent. You can also opt-in for ultimate comfort with the Optional Ultra Soft Moisture Wicking Boxer Brief Liner!

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How Fair Harbor, one of fashion's fastest-growing sustainable brands, hit record sales during the pandemic

Sales figures in the months following the pandemic up through June, reviewed by Business Insider, were up 1,200% year-over-year, and their overall rate of near-1,000% year-over-year growth has remained steady. Jake said "It's been an incredibly exciting journey, we've had to keep our heads down, stay creative and stay incredibly nimble and agile," he continued.

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In Menswear, There Is A Visible Step Forward

The Fair Harbor Henley is essential F/W purchase because not only is it the world's softest and most sustainable Henley but its custom fabric is made of recycled plastic bottles, tree bark and spandex, comes in four colors and has UPF 50 sun protection built in. The Harbor Henley allows customers the opportunity to enjoy the places they love in comfort and style, while protecting the places they love for future generations

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Short Takes: What’s Happening With Take-Back Programs?

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“In an effort to bring our entire process full circle, we started Round Trip to give outdated, old swimwear a second life. To date, we have received and recycled hundreds of swimsuits,” said Caroline Danhey, cofounder of Fair Harbor

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Best Beach Essentials for Your Ultimate Day in the Sun

Fair Harbor is making some of the most eco-friendly, comfortable, and cool trunks of the moment. This swimsuit made with recycled polyester—which keeps 12 bottles out of landfills per pair—makes for feel-good beach attire catching some waves. The four-way stretch fabric with water-repellent coating allows for optimum flexibility and comfort for all beach activities.

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A millennial and his Gen Z sister used a $20,000 grant to launch a line of swimsuits made from recycled plastic bottles, and it marks the next generation of sustainable fashion. "We've recycled over [2.5 million] plastic bottles, and next year, we'll do over [3 million]," Caroline told Business Insider, noting that they receive the plastic bottles from recyclable facilities around the world.

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Sustainable fashion brands to support on World Environment Day

Specializing in men’s swimwear, Fair Harbor is transforming the industry one pair of swim trunks at a time. Each pair is made from 12 plastic bottles, and has an innovative boxer brief liner that not only does good, but feels good too.

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Fair Harbor Transforms upcycled plastic bottles into timeless, ultra-soft apparel.

Introducing the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in AmericaBusiness is booming in the U.S. Find out where in Inc.'s annual ranking by revenue, industry, state or metro area.

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Fair Harbor clothing turns plastic bottles into swimwear

A pair of siblings have "upcycled" more than 500,000 plastic bottles to create eco-friendly swimwear.

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Jake and Caroline Danehy: Approaching sustainability.

Jake and Caroline Danehy grew up near the beach in Fair Harbor. Now based in New York City, the siblings are co-founders and chief executives of a sustainable beachwear line named for the place where their love of the ocean and commitment to the environment began – a place they still get away to, every chance they get. 

“Sustainability is incredibly important in our lives... I wouldn’t buy the Polestar 2 just for the sustainability aspect, but because of the smooth ride and feeling when we’re in the car.” 

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Forbes 30 Under 30: Manufacturing and Industry

Siblings Jake and Caroline Danehy spent childhood summers on Fair Harbor, Fire Island, and started their company to reduce ocean plastic. Their process uses a technology to convert plastic bottles into recycled polyester that Jake learned as a student at Colgate University, and which is then turned into board shorts and swimwear.

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FAIR HARBOR COMPASS PANT

“Blending the durability of workwear with classic style, the Fair Harbor Compass Pant is crafted from a highly technical fabric that's super "green" to boot--mainly fashioned from recycled bottles, with cotton and some spandex. The four-way stretch material is also quick drying and water repellent and offered in a range of understated hues.”

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Meet The Swimwear Brand Saving The Ocean One Swimsuit At A Time

“What sets Danehy apart from other swimwear brands is his powerful interest in a sustainable humanistic approach. Danehy’s attention is in implementing assistive technology that has allowed for his Fair Harbor Swimwear brand to take advantage of sustainable applications by leveraging technology to mitigate the use of single-use plastics and transforming recycled plastic bottles into exceptional swimwear.”

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CAROLINE DANEHY CO-FOUNDED A SUSTAINABLE SWIMWEAR COMPANY WHILE IN COLLEGE

While a majority of her classmates fell under the trance of senioritis after the second day of senior year in high school classes, Caroline began her journey as an entrepreneur. With college around the corner, she had a number of decisions to make concerning her own future and the concurrently developing future of Fair Harbor.

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SWIMWEAR TAKES THE LEAD ON A MORE SUSTAINABLE FASHION WORLD

“There wasn’t a specific fashion house/designer/celebrity we thought about when first creating our designs. However, we did acknowledge the platform that these parties have in voicing their opinions on a matter they feel passionate about,” say the founders. “Our goal is to use our brand as a platform to promote the mitigation of single-use plastics.”

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In Fair Harbor’s Eco-Friendly the One Short, You’re Set to Catch Waves or Grab Drinks From Morning to Night

“I’ve been wearing these regularly since the sustainability-forward Fair Harbor sent me a pair to try out — and wore them for multiple days straight last weekend. They really do hit all the marks they’re designed to, constructed with 50% organic cotton, 10% spandex, and 40% coming from recycled plastic bottles.”

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