Swimwear Season
The weather is not very nice still, but it is better to stock up on the latest swimwear styles before they are gone and also have the time to order them and squeeze into one of them too. Having the swimsuit in front of you rather than a distant goal will help in prepare your body with the right waxing, buffing and everything you need to feel confident. I've picked some really nice brands.
This lovely bikini is the Totally Stripe by Freya and it has that vintage look that makes you feel like Brigitte Bardot or Sophia Loren. Also the vertical stripes elongate the body. It is available in either red or blue stripes and the sizes go from 28D to 38F for the top in two styles: halter neck or Bardot while the bottom comes in either bikini briefs, frill decorated briefs as in the picture or high waist briefs. www.freyalingerie.com/swim
This swimsuit is great because you've got 2 instead of one reducing space in your suitcase. The Poppy Reversible Swimsuit by White Stuff has got a double pattern so that it can be worn inside out. It has a power mesh lining for tummy control and secret support and it is made of a quick drying fabric. A real gem. www.whitestuff.com
This gorgeous bikini is part of the new Aloha collection from Elomi with an availability for the top of plunge or bandeau and briefs either classic or high waist. If you like the print but not too keen on the style you can opt for the swimsuit or tankini. Sizes are from 34G ro 44FF. www.elomilingerie.com
Feel like a 50's diva with this Sorrento Spot halter swimsuit by Figleaves. It has a tummy control for a nice silhouette and the top is padded so no embarrassing views. The model is a halter neck one with plunge neckline. Size are from 8 to 18 either regular or long. www.figleaves.com
Orange is one of my favourite colours and also it is one of the best colours for summer because it enhance even the slightest tan. This beauty is the Marina Moulded Bandeau Bikini from Panache and it can be bought at Figleaves. Sizes go from 30E to 38G and it comes with a fold bikini briefs. It can be worn in three ways, with removable shoulder straps, or a rope tie around your neck or just without straps. www.figleaves.com
The Geneva swimsuit by Fantasie shapes the body beautifully giving support starting from 32D to 40GG. The back is scoop cut and from the same collection you can have the tankini, or if you prefer a 2 pieces one, the full cup or moulded top bikini and a choice of classic fold or mid rise briefs. www.fantasie.com
I really like the prints from the J by Jasper Conran collection at Debenhams for this swimwear range. The top has a bandeau style with padded cups and it is not wired. You can add a matching pareo for a total look at the beach and if you like the prints but bikini is not your style there is a swimsuit as well in two styles. www.debenhams.com
It is beautiful like lingerie but it is a swimsuit despite the inserts in lace. It is from the Profile collection by Gottex in a gorgeous peacock colour with a scoop cut back and adjustable shoulder straps. It is really different from everything I've seen around, a real luxury piece. www.gottex-swim
This bikini by Patagonia is made of recycled nylon with this tropical print and soft removable side entry cups. The top is halter neck style while the bottom is banded like in the picture or low rise. The particular nanogrip banded waistband makes possible to surf or swim without risking of loosing your briefs thanks to a violent wave. Fairtrade certified. www.eu.patagonia.com
At Kaleidoscope you can find everything for the beach, starting from this lovely Palm Print Swimsuit with a straight neckline, removable straps and lined with power mesh for support. Pair it with a matching caftan or opt for a white one like in the picture and a huge hat to protect you from the sun. www.kaleidoscope.co.uk
A leopard print swimwear can't be left out from this selection and Simply Be has made this lovely piece with orange details and high waist briefs or hipster bikini briefs. Sizes are from 12 to 32 and you can mix and match different styles and patterns. The top is available either as a bandeau or halter neck. www.simplybe.co.uk
Turquoise is one of the colours that are great when tanned and I have found at Figleaves this gorgeous Tapisserie swimsuit by Maryan Mehlhorn. Neckline is a low scoop and the back is a medium scoop cut. It is underwired but not padded with full cup and double straps. Sizes are from a 12 with a C cup to a 18 with a E cup. www.figleaves.com
