Some pieces aren’t meant to blend in.
The Zinnia Hat by WOMA Hats is a bold celebration of craftsmanship, entirely handwoven in Colombia from 100% natural Toquilla straw using traditional techniques passed down through generations of artisans.
Like all WOMA hats, the creation process begins long before the hat takes shape. Natural fibers are harvested, cleaned, cooked, dyed, and dried before an artisan begins the meticulous work of weaving the straw strand by strand by hand. Once the weave is complete, the hat is hand-shaped and finished in the studio, creating its distinctive sculptural silhouette. The process can take up to 4–6 weeks to complete.
The Zinnia is designed with an oversized wide brim and structured crown, giving it a dramatic presence while remaining surprisingly lightweight and breathable. The brim is intentionally left raw and unfinished, creating a beautifully organic edge that reflects the natural origins of the material.
A vintage silk sari ribbon wraps the crown, adding subtle colour and character. Each ribbon carries its own history, making every hat slightly unique.
Bold in proportion yet grounded in natural materials, the Zinnia is more than a sun hat. It is a statement piece shaped by time, tradition, and the hands of true artisans.
Let’s get one thing straight: we’re not a fast-fashion brand and we’re not interested in pretending to be. We don’t do disposable trends or pieces that lose their spark after a season. We choose a slower, intentional path. One that honours artistry, empowers the women who craft each piece, and delivers swimwear designed to outlast the moment and elevate every getaway.
Each piece is crafted by women artisans worldwide, combining craftsmanship with confidence-inspiring designs.
We curate unique, small-batch swimwear designed to stand out. Why settle for ordinary?
We focus on quality with ultra-soft fabrics, flattering fits, and durable designs that last season after season.
I grew up on the shores of St. Lucia, where the water is warm, the days are long, and the women are strong. That island spirit shaped me. It gave me an eye for beauty, a love for bold colour, and a deep respect for women who do it all with grace.
Sandy Bottom started with a simple idea: what if I could create something that honoured the women I grew up around and the woman I was becoming?
When my daughter left for university, I decided to show her something important: that reinvention doesn’t have an age limit. That it’s never too late to build something from scratch. That betting on yourself is always worth it.
But this brand isn’t just about me. It’s about women everywhere. The artisans from Colombia to Italy, Bali to Brazil who hand make every piece with skill, heart, and tradition. The women keeping generations of craftsmanship alive while shaping futures of their own.. And the customers who choose slow fashion over fast trends, and impact over impulse.
Every Sandy Bottom piece is carefully curated and helps support real women with real stories. Women earning fair wages. Women preserving culture and craft. Women lifting each other up.
This isn’t fast fashion. This is swimwear with soul. This is resort wear with resonance. This is style with a purpose.
This is an international sisterhood.
xoxo,
Sanya.
Founder, Sandy Bottom Swimwear
Each piece is crafted by women artisans worldwide, combining craftsmanship with confidence-inspiring designs.
We curate unique, small-batch swimwear designed to stand out. Why settle for ordinary?
We focus on quality with ultra-soft fabrics, flattering fits, and durable designs that last season after season.
