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SWIMSUITS AHEAD
By Alexia Lam | June 17, 2022
Greca Signature bikini top - Versace / Greca Signature bikini bottoms - Versace / La Greca silk shorts - Versace
Whether as a one- or two-piece, the asymmetric swimsuit is everywhere this summer. An iconic 2000s cut, this style has the advantage of working for all body shapes, notably by highlighting curves and elevating the silhouette. Our favourites? This ruched floral print suit from Zimmermann, this sophisticated black model from Eres or, this bright pink bikini from the Italian label Moschino.
Tropicana Spliced one-piece swimsuit - Zimmermann / Ekla linen-blend trousers - Isabel Marant / Frozen In Time gold-plated earrings - Misho
Two-piece swimming costume - Off White / Double Hope hoop earrings - Mara Paris
Resolutely retro, stripes are back as an undeniable trend of the season. We love wearing lemlem's coloured stripes as much as Ganni's crocheted version. On the men's side, we opt for this ultra-graphic pair of Prada swim trunks, this multi-coloured Maison Labiche model and this model with pockets by the American label Hartford.
Him: Carltone printed shirt - Dries Van Noten / Phibbs nylon swim shorts - Dries Van Noten
Her: Organic cotton crocheted bikini top - Ganni / Organic cotton crocheted bikini bottoms - Ganni / Ella knitted dress - Remain / Basket-style bag - Au Printemps Paris
Another iconic look you'll find at the beach this summer? The high cut swimsuit! It's sexy and will highlight your silhouette by elongating your legs. We've fallen for the Exotica model by Reina Olga, which, with its mix of vibrant patterns and criss-cross straps at the chest, will definitely bump temperatures up a notch.
Bikini top - Orange - Off White
Feeling bohemian-chic? Bet on floral! In style since the late 60s and the Flower Power movement, the floral print is the ideal choice for adding a touch of freshness to your wardrobe. For this 2022 season, the Canadian brand Shan unveiled a bikini both chic and sensual, with moulded cups and subtle cut outs. The brand Zimmermann brings an element of surprise with its ruffled Moonshine model, a romantic front-tie option. And for men, opt for these sunflower print trunks from Paul Smith, a colourful, super 70s style look from Nanushka or the Peinture model from the French label Jacquemus.
Flower top with tie - Botter / Asymmetric skirt - Coperni / Hoop earrings - Au Printemps Paris / Irma straw tote bag - Cult Gaia
That iconic scene. We'll never forget Ursula Andress emerging from the water in the James bond film Dr. No. Dressed in her infamous belted white bikini, she made her mark on an entire generation of cinema and fashion lovers. Decades later, we're surprising ourselves by copying this cult look. Here are a few options to choose from: a sensual deep V from Alberta Ferreti, this abstract print one-piece with a back cut out from Shan, this Moschino bikini with gold-accented top and bottoms or finally this taupe bandeau style from swimwear specialists Tatiane de Freitas. Plenty to choose from.
Some consider it kitsch, other audacious, but either way, animal prints are part of our swim wardrobe. For a sexy look, we set our sights on this one-piece orange and black leopard print suit or this recycled nylon triangle bikini, both from the brand Ganni. For swim trunks, we choose this Dries Van Noten style with an illustrated print.
Leopard print one-piece swimsuit - Ganni / Les Chouchous earrings - Jacquemus
Colourful, patterned?the print swimsuit is another summer essential. And again, the possibilities are endless! For example, why not succumb to this psychedelic style with its abstract designs? Straight out of the 70s, this trend will turn heads this summer. And for swim trunks, it's an embarrassment of riches! Swimwear specialist Gili proposes the Trawangan style, inspired by the travels of the brand's founders, and it's available in colours like blue, red and green. Another option: pieces from the eco-responsible brand Apnée like their Sillage, Ocean or Abysses trunks.
Oversized silk shirt - Etro / Printed swim shorts - Etro / Aviator sunglasses - Ray Ban
Chloe two-piece bikini - Fête Impériale / Sunglasses - Bottega Veneta
Nylon swim shorts - Stone Island / Two-tone cotton baseball cap - Botter
Mid-length swim shorts - Ahluwalia
Two-tone one-piece swimsuit - Shan / Stella earrings - Cult Gaia
For those who wish to stay classic, there's still the solid colour swimsuit! Guaranteed to avoid any faux pas, it will give you an elegant look for your upcoming beach escapades. We love the Aquarelle range from the very chic label Eres, this plum-coloured style from the Spanish label Nina Ricci, this one-piece suit in recycled plastic by the Danish label Organic Basics and also the very practical swim trunks by American brand Polo Ralph Lauren.
Zipped one-piece swimsuit - Nina Ricci / Straw bucket hat - Nina Ricci
One-piece swimsuit - Nina Ricci / Barocco Goddess earrings - Versace