Standing Out by Design: Enez Swim’s Decade-Long Path to the Runway
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For most swimwear brands, a Miami Swim Week runway show is a milestone. For Enez Swim founder Stephanie Pope, it was the culmination of a dream more than ten years in the making.
This year marked Enez Swim's first appearance at Miami Swim Week, but the brand's story began long before the lights, cameras, and runway. What started as a passion project in her Miami apartment has evolved into a growing swimwear brand known for its bold designs, inclusive sizing, and unapologetically glamorous aesthetic.
Stephanie's path to fashion was anything but traditional. A graphic designer and photographer by trade, she never attended fashion school. Instead, she taught herself every aspect of swimwear design, learning through years of experimentation, creativity, and lots of failure. Her background in visual arts became the foundation for a brand that would eventually develop a distinct point of view: swimwear designed for women who want to be seen.
"Being creative has always been part of who I am," Stephanie says. "Whether it was graphic design, photography, or fashion, I was always looking for ways to bring ideas to life.”
That creative spirit is evident throughout every Enez Swim collection. Known for sparkly fabrics, iridescent finishes, shimmering details, and eye-catching silhouettes, the brand embraces confidence and individuality. Rather than blending in, Enez Swim celebrates standing out.
"Our customer isn't afraid of attention," Stephanie explains. "She wants to feel confident, beautiful, and memorable. Every piece is designed to help her shine."
While the aesthetic is bold, the brand's mission is rooted in inclusivity. ENEZ Swim offers sizing from XS to XXXL, reflecting Stephanie's belief that confidence should never be limited by size. From the beginning, she wanted to create a brand that made more women feel represented and celebrated.
That commitment to inclusivity was on full display at Miami Swim Week, where models of varying sizes showcased the collection on the runway.
The momentum behind Enez Swim extends beyond its Miami Swim Week debut. This year, five Enez Swim designs were selected to be featured in the prestigious Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show, one of the most highly anticipated events in the swimwear industry. The collection was worn by notable personalities including Alix Earle, Penny Lane, and Stassi Schroeder, further introducing the brand's signature sparkle and statement-making designs to a global audience.
For Stephanie, seeing her creations worn by some of today's most recognizable names was another milestone in a year filled with unforgettable moments.
"Watching women I admire walk in designs I created was incredibly rewarding," she says. "It's always been my goal to design pieces that make women feel confident and beautiful, and seeing those looks come to life on such an iconic stage was surreal."
For Stephanie, however, the most meaningful moment came after the final look had walked the runway. As the music played and the audience applauded, she stepped onto the stage for the designer finale – a moment she had imagined countless times over the past decade.
"Walking out at the end was the moment I had been waiting for since I started the brand," she recalls. "Seeing all of the looks together in person on the runway was dreamlike. After years of hard work, it felt like everything had come full circle."
Miami Swim Week represented a significant milestone, but for Stephanie, it also felt like the beginning of a new chapter. As Enez Swim continues to expand its reach, the brand remains committed to its core values: confidence, inclusivity, creativity, and self-expression.
Looking ahead, Stephanie hopes to continue growing the brand while staying true to what makes it unique. In a sea of swimwear, Enez Swim stands apart by embracing sparkle, color, and individuality – encouraging women to celebrate themselves unapologetically.
For a founder who built her brand through passion, persistence, and self-taught creativity, taking the runway at Miami Swim Week was a defining moment. But if the past ten years are any indication, the brightest chapters of the Enez Swim story are still ahead.
About Enez Swim
ENEZ Swim is a contemporary swimwear brand known for its sparkling fabrics, iridescent finishes, and inclusive sizing ranging from XS to XXXL. Founded by designer Stephanie Pope, the brand creates statement-making swimwear for women who want to stand out, feel confident, and shine both on and off the beach.
Contact info
Website: enezswim.com
Email: contact@enezswimwear.com