The best swimwear trends to wear this summer
Are these longer, warmer days making you dream about summer? Now that the holidays have been booked, there’s only one thing left to do: figure out what to wear!
If you need swimwear inspo, look no further: here are the six swimwear trends that, according to the experts, will rock beaches all around the world this summer.
Floral appliqués and rosettes will be everywhere this summer! It’s Polish designer Magda Butrym who popularised this trend, which adds a touch of old-school romance to any beach look.
Style it with classic accessories like straw hats and vintage-inspired sunglasses, and pair it with sarongs and high-waisted shorts.
-40%
Camilla
Ole Ole One-Piece Swimsuit
$257.40
$429.00
Neiman Marcus
Camilla
Ole Ole One-Piece Swimsuit
$429.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-78%
L*Space
Stella Top
$26.00
$119.00
GILT
Dolce & Gabbana
Reversible Swimsuit, Womens, Multicolour
$835.00
Vitkac
2. Chocolate browns
Brown has been the it-colour for a while now, and it’s definitely not going anywhere.
Chocolate brown swimwear is a chic, timeless choice that has virtually no downsides: it’s elegant, super flattering on a wide range of skin tones, elevated, and it adds a contemporary feel to classic silhouettes.
From deep browns to soft mochas, brown shades are a sleek and effortless choice for swimwear this summer.
Jacquemus
Bikini Top - Brown
$211.04
Italist
Guest In Residence
The Wild Rag Silk-Blend Scarf Brown
$145.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Andie Swim
Swim Lipari One-Piece Swimsuit Brown
$134.00
Anthropologie
Guest In Residence
The Wild Rag Silk-Blend Scarf Brown
$145.00
Neiman Marcus
Will cutout swimwear ever go out of style? We don’t think so!
From daring to chic, cutouts are a much-needed alternative to the bikini-one-piece binary. Create whatever shape your heart desires, and don’t forget to reapply your SPF.
-50%
Louisa Ballou
Cutout swimsuit Black
$175.00
$350.00
Mytheresa
Moschino
Logo-Print Cutout Swimsuit - Multicolor
$105.53
Italist
Alo
| Slit Bra in Azure Blue, Size: Medium
$78.00
Alo Yoga
-50%
Palmacea
Leo One-Piece Swimsuit Orange
$79.95
$160.00
Anthropologie
If you’re not too keen on accessories, consider going for a swimsuit with built-in hardware. Waist chains, decorative hoops, and shiny clasps are securely attached—goodbye to losing jewellery at the beach!—and will give you the glitz and glamour you’re looking for.
-30%
Ramy Brook
Ariel Bikini Top Black
$96.60
$138.00
Neiman Marcus
Dolce & Gabbana
Floral Print Bikini Top - Multicolor
$135.36
Italist
Ramy Brook
Titan Bandeau Bikini Top Green
$118.00
Neiman Marcus
Dolce & Gabbana
Side-Tie Logo Bikini Bottom - Black
$117.13
Italist
90s minimalism is all the rage this year, and that includes swimwear. The classic black bikini reigns supreme, especially when featuring high-hip cheeky bottoms. Sporty, clean styles are what to look out for.
Dolce & Gabbana
Nylon Stretch Brief - Black
$109.35
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Silk Stretch Cycling Shorts - Black
$117.13
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Polka-Dot Nylon Bikini Bottom - Black
$196.36
Italist
Just because minimalism is in doesn’t mean maximalism is out. Bold tropical prints of all sorts will be a big trend in swimwear this summer. If you’re looking to stand out on the beach, this is the trend for you.
-30%
Same Swim
Island floral bikini top Yellow
$161.00
$230.00
Mytheresa
Vix
Paula Floral Bikini Bottoms
$128.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-50%
Johnny Was
Paradis One-Piece Swimsuit
$107.50
$215.00
Neiman Marcus
Gottex
Tropic Boom Bandeau Bra
$41.99
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