Best bikinis to get for your summer vacation

Sun + sand + sea = swimsuit

1/13

Summer is upon us — which means it is time to dig our swimsuits out from the depths of our wardrobe so we can rock our summer bods in all their glory.

But alas, if they’ve been ravaged by age and well, clothes-eating bugs because your bikinis haven’t seen the light of day since last summer, it’s time to toss those tattered pieces away. You know, those with saggy elastic and discoloured fabric.

We’ve rounded up 12 designs that will make bikini shopping a whole lot easier. Whether you love to show some skin in a skimpy two-piece or you prefer a silhouette-hugging one-piece, keep scrolling for our current new-in favourites.

 

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Rudi Gernreich embellished triangle bikini top, US$135.60 (S$185.93), www.net-a-porter.com.

2/13

Here’s a little history lesson for you: Austrian-born designer Rudi Gernreich was known for pushing the boundaries of fashionable norms, especially with his monokini that left the breasts exposed.

While we’re not asking you to plunge into the realm of exhibitionism, you can however, show off your summer body in this fiery orange piece that’s sure to turn heads too.

 

Photo: Net-a-Porter

 

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Nonya halter one-piece suit, $318, K.Blu.

3/13

Local swimwear label K.Blu proves that a one-piece swimsuit doesn’t have to be boring when it comes with Peranakan-inspired patterns and a plunging neckline.

 

Photo: K.Blu

 

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Aquarelle, €270 (S$416.04), Eres.

4/13

Stand out from the sea of bodies at the beach with this zany, multi-coloured number from Eres. Love unconventional designs? This cheerful number is definitely a crowd pleaser.

 

Photo: Eres

 

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Adriana Degreas two-tone swimsuit, US$187 (S$256.41), www.theoutnet.com.

5/13

You might still be holding on to some festive weight but that shouldn’t stop you from enjoying the summer fiestas. This Adriana Degreas creation cleverly uses a black panel to slim and tuck the tummy.

Fake it till you make it — and with the seductive, deep v-neckline, you can.

 

Photo: The Outnet

 

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Buttoned swimsuit with plunging neckline, US$995 (S$1,364.34), Balmain.

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Plunging neckline? Check. Slimming black shade? Check. Gold buttons that give a touch of old money glamour? Check. This chic black Balmain number has everything we want in a swimsuit and screams sophistication.

 

Photo: Balmain

 

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Asymmetrical bikini top Ostende, $242.99, and asymmetrical brief bikini bottom Ostende, $205.61, Vilebrequin.

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This Vilebrequin two-piece gives a refreshing, contemporary take to the classic camo print. We also diggin’ the asymmetric silhouette as it gives the bikini a strong-woman, glamazon vibe.

 

Photo: Vilebrequin

 

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Palm print plunge bikini top, $25.90, and palm print tie side hipster bikini briefs, $21.90, Marks & Spencer.

8/13

What’s summer without a dash of nature-inspired prints? We love the addition of the green band detail on this Marks & Spencer combo as it gives it that sporty, Calvin Klein edge without trying too hard.

 

Photo: Marks & Spencer 

 

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Bandeau bikini top, $44.95, and frill-trimmed bikini bottoms, $29.95, H&M.

9/13

Don’t let bikini straps cramp your tan lines — opt for this H&M bandeau set instead. The cute floral detail also add a sense of playful flirtatiousness to this simple piece.

 

Photo: H&M

 

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black buckle plunge swimsuit, $72.90, Miss Selfridge.

10/13

Everybody needs an LBB — little black bikini — in their lives, especially if it comes with a sexy deep v-neckline and a bare back silhouette, like this Miss Selfridge piece.

 

Photo: Miss Selfridge 

 

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Tart Collections Brynn strap-detailed lace-up printed halterneck bikini, US$63 (S$), www.theoutnet.com.

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Not only are we loving the geometric tribal-esque print, the strappy design has a bondage aesthetic, without being overtly coquettish or trashy.

 

Photo: The Outnet

 

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Swim Roxanne digital print rashguard (meadow), $169, Pinksalt.

12/13

Here’s something for the ladies who surf or spend large amounts of time by the sea. This rashguard swimsuit frees you from the fuss of having to reapply sunscreen on your upper body. Plus, the top is pretty enough to double as a crop top for easy weekends.

 

Photo: Pinksalt 

 

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Your Type wrap crop bikini, $99, and Your Type spliced wide side bikini pants, $79, Seafolly.

13/13

Flaunt your shoulders with this off-shoulder pick which also does the job of accentuating your chest. We love the white and black colourway which gives gives it a classic and modern effect.

 

Photo: Seafolly 

 

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