Founded in 2013, Bather was the product of an incorrectly packed suitcase sent to Croatia that led Kyle Kaminsky to realise that there was a gap in the market for affordable high-quality men’s swimwear. He decided to start his own brand of colourful trunks made locally in his native Canada, catering primarily to a North American market. Here Kyle tells us the story behind Bather.

<p>Founded in 2013, Bather was the product of an incorrectly packed suitcase sent to Croatia that led Kyle Kaminsky to realise that there was a gap in the market for affordable high-quality men&rsquo;s swimwear. He decided to start his own brand of colourful trunks made locally in his native Canada, catering primarily to a North American market. Here Kyle tells us the story behind Bather.</p>

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<p>Monocle Radio’s weekly tour of the most inspiring people, companies and ideas in global business, from startups to heritage brands, covering the best in hospitality, design, fashion and retail. </p>