Your Guide to the Chicest Swim Trends of the Season
Choose your summer adventure.
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The moment we’ve all been waiting for has finally (almost) arrived: swimsuit season. If you haven’t planned your summer vacay yet—don’t worry; we haven’t either—it’s time to get your summer wardrobe ready, starting with your swimwear. Think Caribbean beaches, Mediterranean sunsets, poolside sips, lakeside lounging, and the perfect bikini or one-piece to enjoy it all in.
If you’re not already convinced, maybe a peek inside the hottest swim trends of the summer will help you choose your adventure. No matter your style or aesthetic, you can easily translate your own tastes to swimwear for the nearest body of water. From the runways to our favorite brands, we’ve rounded up the best swimsuits to shop now. Romanticize away!
Nautical or Nice: Stripes
Whether nautical, preppy, or artistic, stripes are gaining popularity in fashion this season. From Dior to Duran Lantink, the runways were overrun with stripes, and now you get to translate that into your swimwear.
Summer Romance: Rosette Renaissance
We saw rosettes everywhere in swim and ready-to-wear several years ago, thanks in large part to Magda Butrym’s feminine aesthetic. Now, they’re making a comeback just in time for a summer to be lived through rose-colored glasses.
