Last year, Andie Swim tapped Demi Moore to collaborate on a swimwear collaboration that really got the internet buzzing thanks to the campaign, which the 60-year-old starred in alongside her three daughters Rumer, Scout and Tallulah Willis. This year, the brand is at it again, tapping another superstar to design must-have staples for the season — Mindy Kaling. The Never Have I Ever creator designed a 33-piece capsule of one-pieces, bikinis, pareos, plus a cardigan and shorts set ranging from XS to XXXL.
“I bet you didn’t know my side hustle was swimsuit design,” the actress, screenwriter and producer, 43, wrote on Instagram. “I am so excited to launch my first-ever swimwear collection(!!) in collaboration with Andie! I designed new limited edition styles, and also re-imagined classic Andie suits in bold + fun Mindy-approved colors (but also some classic colors if you’re, like, just trying to be chill).”
The star got candid and confessed she’s “not crazy about trying on swimsuits.” Adding, “In fact, I kind of famously despise it?” But since Andie offerings are “so flattering” she promises they will be everyone’s new favorite suits. (GRAZIA USA editors can attest, Andie fits are the real deal.)
Kaling’s collection is now available at andieswim.com and comes in rich marigold, a splashy sky blue, classic black and deep green shades to name a few. “I wanted the collection to be bold, fun and empowering, full of pieces that make you look and feel amazing… I hope that you love Mindy x Andie as much as I do,” the comedian also wrote on Instagram.
In an interview with WWD, Kaling told the outlet that posing for the campaign was one the best shoots she’s ever done in her life. “And I was not wearing any clothes, which, like, is a big surprise to me.”
In conversation with People, the star admitted that right now is the best she’s felt in her body. “I’m feeling really confident in my body these days, which is not something that I’ve been able to say for my whole life, unfortunately,” the mom of two said. “And I really do love the ease with which I can get dressed in the morning. It doesn’t take me a long time to get ready, which I love. And I feel great.”
Fans have noticed a change in Kaling’s frame, and while she says it’s flattering, the attention can be “a little much.”
“I try not to tune into it,” she said. “The truth is that I spend so much time and energy trying to be healthy. I run or hike 20 miles a week and I lift weights. It’s a big commitment for me. I basically live in workout clothes so I can get it in.”
If you want to exude the same confidence as Kaling on your next pool day or beach hang, head to andieswim.com to shop the full range.
