Swim Season

The best swimwear to get wet in

Saturday, 28 Jul 2012

Travel discount, fabulous villa at the Maldives, yummy hubby: check, check check.

Your swimwear? so last season.

If your swim closet is looking a little more 1990s mum than 2012 fashionista, it’s time for an update, ladies.

We’ve found 10 great pieces to make you the talk of the pool… and the best part: there’s plenty on sale!

Read on for some great deals.

Quirky one-shoulder Marzia Genesi Se bikini top nails the flirty sans trashy look.
On sale at Anthropologie, USD29.95.

We are all over the ikat trend right now and this bandeau bikini top by Eberjey is adorable.
On sale at Shopbop, USD57.40.

The classic black and white combo is updated with a contemporary one-shoulder strap, making this one-piece look anything but boring.
On sale at SSENSE, USD192.

As bold as Mara Hoffman’s designs are, her prints are total staples in any swimwear collection.
Underwire Cami Bikini available at Mara Hoffman, USD220.

This seersucker stripe bikini by the talented Lisa Marie Fernandez strikes the right balance between sexy and vampy.
Available at Lisa Marie Fernandez, USD390.

Told you we’re lovin’ the ikat print! Mix and match your bikini separates at Luxe By The Beach.
Ikat long tri top and Ikat string tie sides available at Luxe By The Beach, SGD79 and 69 respectively

Charm the lookers with a sweet ruffled top adorned with petite mother-of-pearl beads. Tip: ruffles are especially great for small busts.
OndadeMar Havana Glow Bandeau Top available on Shopbop, USD116.

Keep it classy with Chloe – before surprising everyone with a super sexy open back.
On sale at SSENSE, USD305.

Really big this season: polka dots. Get trendy with this set by Red Carter.
Castaway Bandeau Bikini Top on sale at Shopbop, USD35

Reminiscent of a pin-up girl, this retro-style suit is modest in the front and cheeky behind.
The Dinero by Tavik Swimwear on sale at NeedSupply, USD85.99