Supreme x Speedo Swim Cap
The original behind the Supreme x Speedo Swim Cap is the Speedo Silicone Swim Cap — $16 retail vs Supreme's $24.
Supreme vs. Original
Supreme version
About the original
The Speedo Silicone Swim Cap is a one-size latex-free cap molded from 100% silicone, designed to reduce drag and protect hair from chlorine during training and competition. Speedo was founded in 1914 by Alexander MacRae in Sydney, Australia and has been a primary outfitter of Olympic swim teams since the 1950s, and its silicone cap line is worn at pool decks from recreational lap swim to the World Aquatics Championships. The Speedo Silicone Swim Cap retails for $16 at Speedo and swim retailers. The SS20 Supreme version is the same Speedo cap with a printed box logo, released at $24 — an $8 markup on a production swim staple.
About Speedo
Speedo is an Australian swimwear manufacturer founded in 1914 by Alexander MacRae in Sydney as MacRae Knitting Mills. The brand introduced the Racerback swimsuit in 1928 and later pioneered the Fastskin fabric technology, followed by the LZR Racer suit co-developed with NASA and worn during a run of world records at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, which prompted FINA to rewrite its swimwear regulations. The company produces racing suits, goggles, caps, and training gear, and sponsors national teams and Olympic swimmers worldwide. Speedo is owned by Pentland Group in most markets. Supreme has collaborated with Speedo on co-branded swim and training apparel.
Price comparison
| Supreme retail | $24 |
|---|---|
| Speedo retail | $16 |
| Hype tax | +50% |
Questions
Is the Supreme x Speedo Swim Cap just the regular Silicone Swim Cap?
The Supreme x Speedo Swim Cap, released in Spring/Summer 2020, is based on the Speedo Silicone Swim Cap. Supreme collabs sometimes change the colorway or materials; the description on this page covers the original's specs and any notable differences in the Supreme version. If you want the product without the box logo, the Speedo Silicone Swim Cap is the one to buy.
How much cheaper is the Speedo Silicone Swim Cap than the Supreme version?
Supreme charged $24 for the Supreme x Speedo Swim Cap; the Speedo Silicone Swim Cap retails for $16. That's a 50% markup — buying the original saves you $8, or 33% off the Supreme price. Buy the original at retail and you skip the hype tax entirely.
Where can I buy the Speedo Silicone Swim Cap?
You can buy the Speedo Silicone Swim Cap direct from Speedo. Retail price is $16. The buy links on this page go straight to the product listing at each retailer.
