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.
Wild Lovers
Dolly Daze Bikini Top
$50.00
Anthropologie
Camilla
Ole Ole One-Piece Swimsuit
$429.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Wild Lovers
Dolly Daze Bikini Bottoms
$40.00
Anthropologie
L*Space
Levy Bitsy Rosette Bikini Bottoms in White at Nordstrom Rack, Size Medium
$49.97
Nordstrom Rack
-30%
Naked Wardrobe
Rosette Bust Bodysuit in Black at Nordstrom, Size X-Large
$54.59
$78.00
Nordstrom
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.
Helen Jon
Reversible String Bikini Top Brown
$49.99
Rue La La
-30%
Max Mara
Carisma belted swimsuit Brown
$192.00
$275.00
Mytheresa
Ronny Kobo
Tunis Mini Skirt Brown
$89.99
Rue La La
Sanctuary
Double Tunnel V-Hipster Bikini Bottoms Brown
$59.00
Anthropologie
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
Devon Windsor
Gabriella One-Piece Blue
$63.99
Rue La La
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.
Dippin' Daisy's Swimwear
Lotus Strapless Bikini Top Blue
$56.00
Anthropologie
Helen Jon
Reversible String Bikini Top Brown
$49.99
Rue La La
Sanctuary
Longline Bra Bikini Top Beige
$65.00
Anthropologie
-20%
Isabel Marant
Salmage floral bikini top Blue
$152.00
$190.00
Mytheresa
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.
-50%
Off-white
Logo one-shoulder swimsuit Black
$140.00
$280.00
Mytheresa
PQ Swim
Lace Halter Bikini Top White
$92.00
Anthropologie
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.
-40%
Alexandra Miro
Clara printed swimsuit Red
$213.00
$355.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Same Swim
Island floral bikini top Yellow
$161.00
$230.00
Mytheresa
Farm Rio
Tropical Scenario One-Piece Swimsuit Blue
$218.00
Anthropologie
Gottex
Tropic Boom Bandeau Bra
$41.99
Rue La La
