Holiday season is here – and when it comes to packing for summer getaways, swimwear is of the utmost importance.
Whether you’re jetting across the globe or staycationing in the sunshine, a stylish swimsuit or two-piece is a must-have – and there are plenty of incredible pieces to choose from this season.
From vintage-inspired prints to bold colours and figure-flattering shapes, these are the five key swimwear trends to know about now…
The groovy Sixties and Seventies fashion trend spills over into beachwear with flower-powered swimsuits and bikinis.
Ted Baker Telisea Cut Out Detail Bikini Top, £45; Tiffnei Bikini Bottoms, £40
After what feels like years of anticipation, Greta Gerwig’s live-action Barbie film lands in cinemas right in the middle of vacation season – on July 21 – and the all-pink-everything trend is still going strong.
Monsoon Lace Trim Bikini Top with Recycled Polyester Pink, £40; Lace Trim Bikini Bottoms with Recycled Polyester Pink, £35
After several seasons of lingerie-inspired multi-strap swimwear that leaves you, more often than not, with very weird tanlines (we’re blaming Love Island), minimalist styles are back.
And/Or Shirred Bandeau Bikini Top Blue, £24; Side Shirred Bikini Bottoms Blue, £18, John Lewis & Partners
Bring vintage glam to your poolside look with a ring-detail bikini or bathing suit.
Peacocks Womens Brown Leaf Print One Shoulder Control Swimsuit, £24
Asymmetrical designs combined with cut-out detailing make for one of the sexiest swimwear trends of the year – and it’s a look celebs and fashion influencers are loving.
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Matalan Be Beau Multicoloured Wiggle One Shoulder Swimming Costume, £21