Both Sherbert Lemons and Hunza G are British-designed premium swimwear brands that get mentioned in the same breath. They are not the same. Here is an honest comparison so you can pick the one that suits your body, your holiday, and your wardrobe.

At a glance

The fabric difference

Hunza G uses a proprietary crinkle stretch fabric that has been their signature since the 1980s. It is stretchy enough that one size fits a wide range of bodies. The look is minimalist and solid-colour focused.

Sherbert Lemons uses double-layered chlorine-resistant Lycra as the base, then hand-stitches 147 shell sequins onto every front panel of the Concha Shell range. No glue, no heat-press. Every shell is secured individually by hand. The result is a textured, light-catching piece that works equally well on a beach and at a rooftop dinner.

The sizing difference

Hunza G's one-size approach works well if you are between UK 6 and 14 and like a snug, stretchy fit. If you are outside that range or prefer an adjustable fit, it can be limiting.

Sherbert Lemons uses traditional XS to XL sizing with adjustable tie detail on most tops, which gives you more control over the fit. Size S is our most ordered size, which we find is where most UK 8-10 and US 4-6 customers land.

The price comparison

A Hunza G bikini set typically costs £270 or more. A Sherbert Lemons Concha Shell set is £115 full price, and £103.50 with the automatic 10% bundle discount when you buy the top and bottom together.

The Sherbert Lemons set is less than half the price of a Hunza G set. You get hand-stitched detailing and traditional sizing at a lower price point.

Which should you buy?

Choose Hunza G if: you love solid colours, you fit the one-size range, and you want the original crinkle-fabric aesthetic that has defined the brand for forty years.

Choose Sherbert Lemons if: you want a statement piece with texture and detail, you prefer traditional sizing with adjustable ties, you want a bikini that works as evening wear, and you like knowing your swimwear was hand-stitched rather than mass-produced.

What do customers say?

Our customers most often come to us from Hunza G when they want something more eye-catching than a solid crinkle bikini. The Concha Shell is the most requested crossover piece because it gives that same premium-British-design feel but with statement detail that actually shows up in photos.

See the range: Concha Shell Bikinis

Common questions

Is Sherbert Lemons cheaper than Hunza G? Yes. A Sherbert Lemons bikini set starts at £115 (£103.50 with bundle) compared to £270+ for a Hunza G set.

Are Sherbert Lemons and Hunza G made in the same place? Both are British-designed brands. Production details differ between the two.

Which lasts longer? Both use durable stretch fabrics built for repeated wear. Sherbert Lemons uses double-layered Lycra; Hunza G uses their proprietary crinkle fabric. With correct care (hand wash, lay flat to dry, rinse after salt or chlorine) both brands will last multiple seasons.

Do both brands ship to the US? Yes, both ship worldwide.