Brazil’s breathtaking landscape of oceans, beaches, mountains and rainforests, all bathed in endless sunshine, makes the country a must-see for glamorous globe-trotters. And according to Sandra Moleirinho, Babajaan’s creative director, this stunning backdrop combines with the country’s infectious music and dance culture to foster a unique joie de vivre among Brazilians. It’s this mood that infuses Babajaan’s collections. “Brazilian women have a natural sensuality,” says Moleirinho, noting that women basking on the country’s beaches, from Ipanema to Bahia, prefer to look as effortless as possible, and instead let their simple and chic swimwear make a style statement. “Swimwear is everything in Brazil – it’s the most important thing in your wardrobe,” she says. “The summer never ends, so a great bikini is part of your daywear.” Babajaan’s collections stay true to the uncomplicated silhouettes that Brazilian women turn to, such as bandeau and triangle bikinis, along with sleek one-piece swimsuits. And while Moleirinho draws inspiration from the “energy” of Brazilian institutions such as Rio de Janeiro’s carnival, Samba music and Copacabana beach, she also takes her design cues from some lesser known aspects of the country’s culture. The Lari swimsuit, with its petal-like texture, is inspired by the Amazonian legend of a young woman who was transformed into a Brazilian water lily. And the intricate lace dresses worn by women in Salvador, Bahia, inspire one of Babajaan’s smocked, Empire line sundresses. Meanwhile, the country’s sometimes tumultuous history means that its citizens have adopted a “live for the day spirit,” says Moleirinho, and this free, spontaneous attitude weaves its way into her collections. “So much about the country might change at any time that Brazilians really enjoy the moment, and that’s a really beautiful thing,” she says.