Hi, I’m Kate, And This All Started With a Shirt

I’m a cartoon artist by day, competitive breaststroker by morning, and a book-loving cat lady by night. Oh—and the founder of Lane Line Threads.

I started this brand because I couldn’t find swim shirts that actually felt like me. So I made them. Now I make them for you, too.

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What We Make

Apparel for swimmers with personality, purpose, and a bit of sass

  • Made and tested for swimmers by a swimmer
  • Printed with breathable, water-based inks
  • Actually funny and actually comfortable
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It’s More Than a Shirt

Lane Line Threads is for swimmers who don’t need to explain the smell of chlorine on everything.

It’s for the ones who secretly love early mornings, cracked goggles, and the sound of a flipturn.

These shirts are little nods—to lane mates, long sets, and the joy of being in your element.

When someone sees your shirt and smiles, you’ll know: they’re one of us.

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Our Promise to the Planet

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Cleaner Water & Healthier Oceans

  • Reduces Microplastic Pollution: By using natural, biodegradable fibers, we help keep tiny plastic particles out of our ocean
  • Minimizes Chemical & Dye Runoff: Our eco-friendly process mean fewer harmful chemicals entering waterways
  • Conserves Fresh Water: We choose materials and methods that significantly reduce water consumption
  • Less Waste: Durable, high-quality, made on demand clothing means less textile waste filling landfills and polluting our environment
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Every Item Sold Contributes $1 to Oceana

At Lane Line Threads we're proud to support their vital work protecting the world's oceans

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Slow, Ethical Fashion

  • Built to Last, Not Just to Wear: We make apparel you’ll want to live in—soft, sturdy, and ready to survive hundreds of wash cycles (and probably a few swim meets too)
  • Made by Humans, Treated Like Humans: Every piece of our clothing is produced in facilities that pay fair wages and keep workers safe, because feeling good about your shirt starts with knowing who made it
  • Less Stuff, More Meaning: Buy what you love, wear it often, and take care of it
  • No Secrets Here: From farm to print shop to your front door, we believe you deserve to know where your clothes come from
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LGBTQ, Swimmer-Owned Business

  • Our unique perspective as members of the LGBTQ+ community, combined with our love for the water, fuels our dedication to sustainable practices
  • We believe in building a better future for everyone, and that includes protecting our oceans and waterways
  • Every choice we make, from our materials to our production, reflects our commitment to a healthier, more inclusive world