Why Swimsuit Color Matters
Drowning is the top cause of death for kids ages 1–4 and the second for ages 5–9. It often happens quietly—kids don’t splash or shout for help. Bright swimsuits help lifeguards and grown-ups spot a child under the water or at the surface.
The Color Test
Alive Solutions put 14 swimsuits into two kinds of pools: one with a light bottom and one with a dark bottom. They took pictures of each suit:
- Floating on the surface
- About 18 inches below, with water movement
Best Colors to Wear
- Neon Orange
- Neon Yellow
- Lime Green
These colors stand out both close up and far away, on light- or dark-bottom pools.
Colors to Avoid
- Blues & Greens (they blend in with water)
- White & Light Blue (look like sun reflections)
- Black & Dark Colors (can look like leaves or shadows)
Pool Safety Rules
- Always Supervise.
Choose one adult as the “Designated Watcher.” No phones or distractions—just eyes on the swimmer. - Learn to Swim.
Swimming lessons teach kids to float, kick, and feel safe in the water.