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Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's.
1. A super fun one-shoulder bikini with a flirty side-tie detail for added cuteness. One-shoulder pieces are super trendy this summer, and it's easy to see why: they'll make you look and feel like a goddess! This pick comes in so many fab colors and prints — from solids to animal prints to florals to tie-dye — that you may not be able to pick just one. (And why should you have to???)
I ordered the floral print above for this summer and it fits great! 😍 I'm SO excited to wear, and I'm tempted to get the pink leopard version too....
Promising review: "I haven’t worn a bikini in eight years and this was my first one and I fell in love. The material is of good quality. I am a size 10 and I got a medium. The only thing someone may not like is that it’s cheeky on the booty, but let that thang do its thang and enjoy the bikini." –Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in sizes S–XL and in 33 colors and prints).
2. A short-sleeve rash guard here to protect you from any risk of blending in with everyone else on the waterfront.
3. A high-waisted retro number that has over 8,000 (!!!) 5-star ratings and, warning, may cause the spontaneous urge to strike a pose.
Promising review: "I wish I could give this 6 stars! To my curvy ladies, this bathing suit is an absolute must! I'm about to buy it in every color it's so perfect! The quality feels super expensive, and the colors are vibrant and just straight-up stunning. I usually wear a size 12–14 and the 3XL fit perfectly." —HoneyEyes0012
Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in sizes S–4XL and in 28 colors and prints).
4. A photo shoot–worthy long-sleeved, palm-printed pick with cutouts and so much flair, you'll shine brighter than the sun on the beach. Bonus points if ya add the matching pants!
Promising review: "I was looking for something fun to wear this summer. Something different, that worked for the boat and also stopping for lunch while on the lake. This suit and cover-up are fabulous! So easy to wear. Protects the arms, too, so it alleviates sunburns (still wear sunscreen, though!). It's cut high a bit in the back, FYI. But a really fun swim outfit I can wear all summer long. Well-made, no ripped seams or loose threads." —Backyard Model
Get it from Eloquii for $159.95 (available in sizes 18–32).
5. A tassel-trimmed bikini that proves fun prints get even MORE fun with embellishments. The high waist is absolutely *chef's kiss* too, IMHO!
Reviewers recommend sizing up!
Promising review: "I'm obsessed with this swimsuit!!!! I have been eyeing similar swimsuits all the Instagram bloggers wear (by a brand I won’t name :)) but couldn’t justify spending that much on a swimsuit! This is awesome and the quality is great. I listened to the reviews that recommended sizing up, and I’m glad I did." —Stephanie
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in sizes 4–16 and nine colors and prints).
6. A badass fishnet panel bikini sure to get you ~caught up~ checking yourself out in the mirror and to ~mesh~ well with your chicest pair of sunnies.
7. A groovy floral swim dress that can serve as a total outfit for strolling the beach before you actually dive into the waves.
Promising review: "This suit is completely adorable and so far seems durable. If you're wearing it in the water, the skirt will float out around you somewhat, and the inner piece looks like a bikini bottom in the same pattern (with a light tan mesh piece from your waist to the top of the skirt)." —Amy L.
Get it from ModCloth for $104.99 (originally $119; available in sizes 8–18W).
8. An eye-catching ruched one-piece with a sultry sweetheart neckline, fun '50s-inspired graphic print, and perfectly placed padding.
It's got over 3,500 positive reviews, and reviewers say to size up!
Promising review: "YOU GUYS. Buy this bathing suit. Trust me. I have NEVER felt comfortable in a bathing suit, ever. I was reluctant because of the price, but it is better than any other suit I’ve tried that’s even 3X the price. It’s PERFECTION. The ONLY thing that’s weird is that the cups are hard and my boobs are kinda squished, but I DON’T CARE I AM GOING TO THE BEACH AND NOT HIDING FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE." —Lori
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in sizes 4–16 and in seven colors and prints).
9. A trendy velvet bikini that'll not only provide a cool touch of texture, but also the perfect fit you've been dreaming of all these years. You can get the top and the bottom in different sizes, or you can even message the seller to get it fully customized.
10. A knockout one-piece beloved by over 8,000 people and guaranteed to make you look pinup perfect.
Check out BuzzFeed's full write-up on this swimsuit.
Promising review: "This is the most perfect bathing suit. I wear a 16/20 depending on brand and have a VERY difficult time finding bathing suits that fit the way I want. I took the advice of other reviewers and purchased the XXXL. IT BLEW ME OUT OF THE WATER, HOLY HECK!!! The fit is, in a word, perfect. I'm very glad the bust area has more fabric, as previous reviews have stated, since I'm not even close to lacking in that department. I may just buy this in every color." —Emma Maas
Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in sizes S–3XL and in 29 prints, colors, and styles including some with criss-cross straps).
11. A drool-worthy Johnny Was tie tankini that is such a unique shape and print and may be my single most exciting summer wardrobe purchase this year. I can't wait to rock this baby — the top would even be cute worn like a regular blouse with breezy pants!
12. A vintage-inspired skort-style swim dress (you can tell it's got boyshorts from the back!) that's sultry yet whimsical, in case you're feeling both naughty and nautical.
Promising review: "This is the best swimsuit I've ever bought! I will buy this swimsuit in every color available! It's super comfortable and the neck tie provides good support for the boobs. It creates an hourglass silhouette. I'm 34 years old and I have never purchased a swimsuit that makes me feel as confident as this does. And the price can't be beat." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in sizes S–4XL and in 17 styles).
13. A genius convertible colorblocked one-piece with long straps that can be tied in all kinds of different ways to make it look like a new piece every time.
14. A crochet-trimmed confection for anyone ready to ~take the plunge~.
15. The bear-y cutest teddy-inspired halter bikini with ruffle-trimmed bottoms that's ~just right~ for the adorbs aesthetic you're looking to cultivate.
16. A peekaboo crochet one-piece featuring convertible straps and a sheer crochet middle, because wanting to show a little skin doesn't mean you have to go the two-piece route.
Promising review: "I never leave reviews, but this is by far the best swimsuit I've ever had. I not only feel comfortable, but sexy and confident in this. This is the ONLY swimsuit I've worn that completely supports, lifts, and holds my boobs in place while I chase a toddler around the pool. It also came with two sets of straps with two places to put them. I opted for the thicker ones, but since it has room for both sets, I crisscrossed the smaller straps in the back and it looked really good and provided more support! Overall, this is a great, cute, sexy, and supportive one-piece." —Hope Brown
Get it from Amazon for $36.99 (available in sizes 2–16 and in seven colors).
17. A bikini with a cool ruffle hem that'll make your old triangle halter top long for the old days when it was the coolest suit in your collection.
18. A short-sleeve top and super high-cut bottoms duo giving me sultry "I just threw on an old T-shirt and undies" vibes, but in a way that's appropriate for a public pool.
19. A sweet swim dress to have you twirling from your lounge chair to the ocean and back again.
20. An on-trend butterfly-printed number that will make posing *mandatory*. Siri, play "Metamorphosis" by Hilary Duff.
21. A rash guard top and high-waisted bottoms combo because (sun) safety is sexy! *Extremely Madonna voice* strike a pose.
Promising review: "Loved this suit! I went to Mexico on vacation and was concerned with getting too much sun. The top was perfect and I was expecting to hate the bottoms but they fit and looked great for my frame! Not only was this functional but super cute and I received a lot of compliments. I also did not get sunburned laying on the beach all day." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in sizes 4–20 and eight colors and prints).
22. A romantic ruffled one-piece cutie, which quite simply has me swooning. The color? The tied high waist?? The color- and print-blocking??? The perfectly proportioned ruffles???? DREAMY.
Get it from Unique Vintage for $48 (available in sizes S–XL).
23. A funky layered tankini that's got an elastic band at the bottom to help it stay put even if you're not the kind of person to just sit back with a beach read. You like to be active. Volleyball? Paddleboarding? Bring it on.
24. A wonderfully wild retro-inspired cutout one-piece guaranteed to make everyone (please read this in Ryan Tedder's voice) stop and stare.
25. A sexy bikini with a dramatic geometric ruffle detail that'll be the final touch you need to get your vacay wardrobe into ~shape~.
26. A pastel-striped wrap one-piece to bring a lil' sunshine even when the clouds roll in and it's time to hop in the hot tub.
27. An enchantingly extra ruched top and swim skirt bottoms set for anyone who is in their mermaid era after watching Halle Bailey belt "Part Of Your World."
28. And an epic, splurge-worthy one-piece to turn the sand and surf into your own personal runway, you style icon, you.
This fashion masterpiece is the work of Brooklyn-based Grenadian designer Felisha Noel.
Get it from Fe Noel for $378 (available in sizes XS–XXL).
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