Here comes the sun (kind of), and with it our favorite clothing season: swim season. Though we’re planning on spending as much of May through September (plus long weekend getaways from March to April) relaxin’ and maxin’ by the pool, we’re first taking a careful look at our current bathing suit inventory. If you’re wearing the same black one-piece you’ve had since that family beach trip 10 years ago, you might want to consider an upgrade. And whether there’s an upcoming vacay on your calendar or you’re just looking for some quality lounge chair time, the approaching warm weather months are reason enough to give those suits a refresh.
Ahead, we’re giving you a breakdown of the swimsuit trends you can expect to be big during spring break and beyond. Here you’ll find a little something for everyone, from revamps on classic prints to on-trend items that’ll have you standing out from the crowd. Click on and feel free to dive head-first into a purchase or two, because it’s only swim season for so long, y’all.
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Shades of Green
Our major takeaway from following all the recent fashion week happenings is that green is the ultimate street style trend of 2020. Whether you’re into leafier shades like forest or you prefer tangier hues like lime, adopt your favorite green into your summer look this season.
Topshop Lime Green Crinkle V Plunge Swimsuit, $, available at Topshop
Aerie Wrap Halter Bikini Top, $, available at American Eagle Outfitters
ASOS Texture Clasp Front Bikini Top, $, available at ASOS
Hilor Front Crossover Swimsuit, $, available at Amazon
Lively The Bikini, $, available at Lively
Ruffled Shoulders
Ruffles are always a swimwear staple, but our favorite iteration of the trend this season is happening in the shoulder region. Wear them as part of a dramatic one-shoulder look, or opt for a bikini style with fun ruffled straps instead.
Summersalt The Ruffle Sidestroke, $, available at Summersalt
Eloquii Drama Ruffle One Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Eloquii
Paper London Check Mate Coconut Bikini Top, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
Saha Swimwear Cumbia Top, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
Eberjey Grayson Bikini Top, $, available at Amazon
Two Tone
We’ve had our eye on the two-tone color trend since the spring/summer 2020 runways and we’re thrilled to see it making its way into swimwear. This trend essentially looks like your suit has been split down the middle, either vertically or horizontally, proving that half the look makes for double the fun.
PQ Swim Two Tone Bikini Top, $, available at Shopbop
Swimsuits For All Manhattan One-Shoulder Swimsuit, $, available at Swimsuits For All
OYE Swimwear Melis Knotted Two-Tone, $, available at Net-A-Porter
House of Harlow 1960 Pi One Piece, $, available at Revolve
SweatyRocks One Shoulder Cutout One Piece, $, available at Amazon
Tiger Print
Animal prints will always have a place in our bathing suit drawers, but this season appears to be favoring tiger-like motifs above all else. So set your wild side free this year with a suit featuring the popular pattern.
ASOS PETITE Petite Twist Slinky Swimsuit, $, available at ASOS
Mara Hoffman Sia Tiger-Jacquard Bikini Top, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Xhilaration Square Neck Bralette Bikini Swim Top, $, available at Target
CoEdition Tauri One-Piece, $, available at CoEdition
MINKPINK Endangered One Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Bloomingdale’s
Ombré
While you might associate ombré more with beauty than with beach attire, consider a one-piece or even a bikini with this gradient-inspired vibe because this style looks just as good on a garment as it does in your trendy tresses.
Jacquemus Le Maillot Camerio Ombré Swimsuit, $, available at Farfetch
Cynthia Rowley Sea Ombre Wetsuit, $, available at Cynthia Rowley
Jonathan Simkhai Midnight Ombré One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Bloomingdale’s
Bleu by Rod Beattie Ombré Twist Bandeau Bikini Top, $, available at Macy’s
Starcovedesign Pastel Rainbow One Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Etsy
Micro-Florals
A mini take on a major trend. Florals never go out of style, but shrinking them to a micro-size is a refreshing way to change things up this season.
J.Crew Halter Top In Liberty® Margaret Annie Print, $, available at J. Crew
Anthropologie V-Neck One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Anthropologie
Mango Floral Triangle Bikini, $, available at Mango
Madewell Second Wave Straight One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Madewell
Oseree Fantasy Stories Rose-Print Swimsuit, $, available at Matches Fashion
Long Sleeves
Meet the ultimate fashion-meets-function trend of 2020. Not only will you stand out on the beach with this long-sleeve style, you’ll also protect your body from unwanted rashes and sun damage.
Devon Windsor Skylar Bikini Top, $, available at Shopbop
Cynthia Rowley Daybreak Mixed Floral Wetsuit, $, available at 11 Honore
Billabong Tanlines Long Sleeve Rashguard Swimsuit, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Evaless Zipper Front One-Piece Long Sleeve Swimsuit, $, available at Amazon
Torrid Dark Teal Rashguard, $, available at Torrid
Baleaf Long Sleeve One Piece, $, available at Amazon
L Space Color Block Mod Long Sleeve One Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Swim Outlet
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