Springtime is here, and summer is right around the corner, which means long, lazy days on the beach or by the pool. While you may have your spring wardrobe essentials nailed down, you could still be struggling to find your bathing suits for the season. While trends come and go, one thing will remain constant: quality over quantity. Even if you have the ideal figure (every body type is beautiful, by the way), you want to feel confident in your bathing suit. While it’s tempting to be frugal when shopping for your swimwear, the reality is that the higher quality, the better the fit. And, when you’re trying to hide areas you may not feel as confident as you’d like to, quality matters. So, if you’re looking to splurge this summer on some luxury swimwear, keep reading.
For The Preppy Girls
Whether you’re tattooed or prim and proper, many people love the classic look of a preppy swimsuit. There’s something romantic about donning a swimsuit that could’ve been worn in the fifties and sixties, but with a modern twist to it. If that sounds like your style, J. Crew is still a mainstay when it comes to high-end swimwear. They offer an array of sizing from 0 to 24, so the inclusivity is as refreshing as the water you’ll be diving into in your new suit. This classic and preppy go-to store has you covered for your new suit, from bikinis to one-piece.
Designer Drip
If you’re the type of girl who loves all things designer, then take that as a sign to splurge on a designer swimsuit, too. We all have our favorite design houses – from Louis Vuitton to Gucci – and everywhere in between. It’s worth perusing their web pages to get an idea of the prints and cuts each designer is offering to narrow things down this season. If you live in an area that has these stores, you should take advantage and try them on in person to make sure you get the perfect fit. When spending that much on a swimsuit, you want to ensure the look is exactly what you’re searching for.
Mix and Match Your Luxury
Girls just want to have fun – and lots of options! If you know you’re going on lots of vacations this summer and will be by the pool the entire season, you’ll want the ability to mix and match. Some fantastic brands like Vix allow you to purchase your luxury designer swimwear as separates, making your mix and match dreams come true. Not only that, most of their suits are available in a full cut or a Brazilian if you’re looking to get tan nearly everywhere. Renowned for their classic and fashion-forward styles, there are swimsuits for every taste, along with cover ups and accessories.
Your “Go-To” Trusted Source
Maybe you’re constantly on Shopbop, Net-A-Porter, or Revolve shopping into the wee hours of the night on your phone. With so many brands under one website, these can be a treasure trove of wear to find the suit that fits your aesthetic best. While their shipping is usually lightning fast, return policies can be stringent, so make sure you read the fine print after adding to the cart and before clicking “place order.” One plus of sites like this is all the user reviews which can save you from spending a fortune on a high-end suit that ends up sagging in all the wrong places or has straps that break easily.
The Iconic Italian
Unless you’re a swimwear aficionado, you may have never heard the name Emilio Pucci, but he’s a man for whom you should be grateful. Pucci was the Marquis of Barsento in 1947 and designed the first one-piece ski suit. He then went on to create iconic swimwear and accessories. His prints are typically funky and have a psychedelic feel, not to mention will set you back a few hundred dollars for a one-piece. The prints are well known in the fashion world, and when you wear an Emilio Pucci bikini, everyone will know it.
Shopping for swimwear can be frustrating for many women, but it doesn’t have to be. Let the above brands listed be your jumping-off point to investing in luxury this summer. As they say, when you look good, you feel good – and summer is all about relaxing and feeling fantastic. Happy shopping!
