She designed every piece herself — and yes, there’s even something for your dog.
Megan Thee Stallion Is Building a Hot Girl Universe
Summer 2026 is almost here, and Megan Thee Stallion is making sure no one — not even your pet — gets left out. The three-time Grammy Award-winning rapper and entrepreneur has officially dropped the second collection of her Hot Girl Summer swimwear brand, and this time, she went all the way in. The new drop, entirely designed by Megan, is now available at nearly 500 Walmart stores nationwide, on Walmart.com, and at MeganTheeStallion.com, with Walmart continuing as the exclusive retail partner for the limited-time release.
This isn’t just a celebrity collab slapped together for a press moment. This is a full-on lifestyle brand expansion, and Megan is clearly in it for the long haul.
What’s Actually in the Collection
The women’s 20-piece lineup features bikinis, one-piece swimsuits, and cover-ups in bold, seashell-inspired colors — think red, orange, pink, and blue — with prices ranging from $18 to $32. Affordable, bold, and built for every body. That’s the ethos.
But the real headline? The second collection expands beyond women’s fashion into men’s swimwear and pet apparel for the first time — a move that signals Megan isn’t just building a swim line, she’s building a world. Included in the collection are bikinis, one-piece swimsuits, and swimsuit cover-ups for women; swim trunks and tank tops for men; and barkini sets and dog tees for pets. Yes, you and your dog can now twin in Hot Girl Summer gear, and honestly, we love it.
The men’s pieces carry “Hot Boy Summer” branding throughout, which is a witty touch that keeps the energy playful and inclusive without diluting the brand’s identity. The collection is also size-inclusive across all categories.
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Megan’s Historic Fashion Moves
Let’s not forget what makes this moment so significant. With the introduction of the Hot Girl Summer line, the Houston native officially became the first hip-hop artist to launch her own swimwear brand. That milestone alone deserves recognition — but Megan has never been one to stop at just one first.
In 2021, she made history as the first hip-hop artist to grace the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, and in 2022, she became the first Black woman to appear on the cover of Forbes’ Under 30 issue. The swimwear brand, then, feels less like a business venture and more like an inevitable next chapter in a career that has always been about redefining what’s possible.
As part of the first collection’s 2025 release, Megan hosted a fashion show at PARAISO Miami Swim Week to showcase the brand’s designs. She was also honored with the Cultural Icon award at the event, recognized as a trailblazer in the industry.
The Walmart Partnership That Actually Means Something
It would be easy to overlook the Walmart partnership as simply a retail strategy — but the meaning behind it runs deeper. When the line first debuted in May 2025, Megan spoke about her roots and what it meant to see her own designs on the shelves of the store where she once shopped as a kid growing up in Houston. That personal connection gives the brand a layer of authenticity that’s hard to manufacture.
Walmart’s Senior Vice President of Women’s Fashion described the expansion as building on the original collection’s momentum to turn Hot Girl Summer into a true lifestyle brand — one that brings Megan’s signature confidence and bold style to more customers than ever at accessible price points.
Why This Drop Matters Right Now
Summer 2026 has barely started, and the Hot Girl Summer collection is already making a statement about what inclusivity in fashion can actually look like. It’s not just about size range — it’s about the vision. Megan designed every single piece herself, which means this line reflects her creative instincts, not a design team’s compromise.
The drop marks a significant step forward from last year’s debut, and with the addition of men’s and pet categories, the brand is no longer just a swimwear line — it’s a cultural moment. Whether you’re poolside, beachside, or just living your best life on a Wednesday, the Hot Girl Summer collection is out now and available for a limited time only.
Don’t sleep on it — because summer, much like Megan Thee Stallion, waits for no one.
Source: SI Swim
