Photo: Peter Rosa/Studio D

O's Annual Swimsuit Guide
Yes, it's that time again, but don't worry—this is going to be your most gorgeous summer yet. O creative director Adam Glassman and his team sized up hundreds of suits to find the most flattering looks for you. Dive in!

Swim, top, $185, and bottom, $220; MaliaMills.com. Hat, Florabella, $125; JackRogersUSA.com. Beach ball, Big Mouth Toys, Target.com.

Photo: Courtesy of Everything But Water

The New Icons
Everything But Water is celebrating its 30th anniversary by collaborating with 30 designers. Each one created a suit inspired by an iconic bathing suit moment. Here are my faves:

Clockwise from top left:

1. Inspiration: Gracy Kelly circa 1956
Designer: Vitamin A
Top and bottom, $110 each; EverythingButWater.com

2. Inspiration: Farrah Fawcett in Sunburn
Designer: Lisa Marie Fernandez
$395; EverythingButWater.com

3. Inspiration: Bo Derek in 10
Designer: ale by Alessandra
$164; EverythingButWater.com

4. Inspiration: Sally Field as Gidget
Designer: PilyQ
Top and bottom, $72 each; EverythingButWater.com

Photo: Richard Majchrzak/ Studio D

The Little Black Suit
Just like their classic counterpart the LBD, these suits are slimming, go with everything and always look chic. And whatever your personal style, there's a perfect one for you.

From left to right:

Sexy, $180; BenteviSwimwear.com. Illusion mesh adds sheer touches.

Sporty, $78; SpeedoUSA.com

Sweet, Swim Sexy by Swimsuits for All, $58; SwimsuitsForAll.com (available in sizes 8 to 24)

Photo: Devon Jarvis/ Studio D

From Catwalk to Boardwalk
High-fashion suits reminiscent of designer looks.

Clockwise from top left:

1. Gingham, Altuzarra
Top and bottom, $88 each; SolidandStriped.com

2. Mesh, Balenciaga
Melissa Odabash, $258; EverythingButWater.com

3. Boho, Etro
Becca by Rebecca Virtue, top, $68, and bottom, $58; EverythingButWater.com

4. Abstract Floral, Burberry Prorsum
$256; LennyNiemeyer.com

Photo: Marko Metzinger/ Studio D

Roman Sandals
All hail the latest take on gladiators! These sizzling sandals are most flattering in neutral shades—straps that match your skin tone make your legs look longer and leaner—and will add an edgy touch to everything from sundresses to shorts.

From top: Jutta Neumann, $325; JN-NY.com. Johnston & Murphy, $148; JohnstonMurphy.com. Aldo, $60; AldoShoes.com. $229; ClubMonaco.com. Beek, $280; BeekShop.com. $65; TopShop.com. $50; Gap.com. Bernardo, $165; Bloomingdales.com.

Photo: Marko Metzinger/Studio D

Creative Coverage
Be as particular about your cover-up as you are about your bathing suit. These fashion-forward coordinating combos go effortlessly from beach to bistro.

Clockqise from top left:

Fancy Pants

Pants, Basta Surf, $253; Shopbop.com.
Swimsuit, Seea, $135; TheSeea.com.

The Boyfriend Shirt

Shirt, Lauren Ralph Lauren, $89; Bloomingdales.com.
Swimsuit,Arizona, top, $28, and bottom, $28; JcPenney.com.

Artsy Dress

Dress, $495; Zero + Maria Cornejo, New York, 212-925-3849.
Swimsuit, Tori Praver Seafoam for Target, $55; Target.com.

Matchmakers
I've said it before and I'll say it again: I just love a good matched set. Check out these looks for times when you just gotta coordinate.

Clockwise from top left:

1. Swimsuit, Le Weekend by Virginia Johnson, $50; VirginiaJohnson.com.
Tote, Le Weekend by Virginia Johnson, $25; VirginiaJohnson.com.

2. Ponchos, $50 to $60; Turkish-T.com Comes in kids' sizes, perfect for your mini-me.

3. Romper, $154; TrinaTurk.com.
Swimsuit, Trina Turk, $150; SouthMoonUnder.com

4. Swimsuit, Vita Coco L*Space, top, $86, and bottom, $77; LSpace.com. The bikini print was inspired by the Vita Coco packaging!

Photos: Devon Jarvis/Studio D, Le Weekend By Virginia Johnson: Courtesy of Virginia Johnson, Ponchos: Richard Majchrzak/Studio D

Picture-Perfect
Here's a way to promote your image: clothes and accessories decorated with photo prints. To keep the look from being a little too picturesque, wear one snappy item and keep everything else neutral.

Clockwise from top left:

1. Swimsuit, $50; Aerie.com

2. Clutch, Samudra,$65; Samudra11.com

3. Shirt, Cover + Gray Malin, $210; CoverSwim.com, UPF 50+

4. Shoes, Soludos x Jeff Divine, $75; Soludos.com



Photos: Richard Majchrzak/ Studio D, Shoes: Courtesy of Soludos

Show Your Metal
When it comes to suits and shoes this season, metallics are the new neutral. Whether you go for the gold, silver or bronze, you're sure to find a shade that highlights your complexion. To add to the shimmer, we've paired each look with matching nail polish that will keep you in the winner's circle.

From left to right:

1. Swimsuit, Luxe by Lisa Vogel, $124; SwimSpot.com
Sandal, Kyma, $225; KymaSandals.com.
Nail polish, MAC Studio Nail Lacquer in Cocktail Hour, $12; MACCosmetics.com.

2. Swimsuit, $329; MarieFranceVanDamme.com
Sandal, $89; BCBGeneration.com.
Nail polish, OPI Nail Lacquer in Lucerne-tainly Look Marvelous, $9.50; Ulta.com.

3. Swimsuit, Magicsuit, $156; LordandTaylor.com (available in sizes 8 to 16)
Sandal, Via Spiga, $195; Nordstrom.com.
Nail polish, Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Spice Age, $10; drugstores.

4. Swimsuit, Freya, top, $60, and bottom, $44; BareNecessities.com. Comes in sizes 30C to 38H.
Sandal, $58; Tkees.com.
Nail polish, Smith & Cult Nailed Lacquer in Bridge and Tunnel, $18; SmithandCult.com.

Photos: Marko Metzinger/ Studio D, Nail polishes: Ben Goldstein/ Studio D

Photo: Devon Jarvis/ Studio D

Blue Streak
What could be beachier than suits the color of sea and sky? I'm crazy for these flattering-on-every-skintone pieces; to feel even cooler, pair them with azure sunglasses.

Clockwise from top left:

1. Swimsuit, $98; Mott50.com.
Sunglasses, $215; EtniaBarcelona.com.

2. Swimsuit,Carmen Marc Valvo, $113; CarmenMarcValvoSwim.com.
Sunglasses, $150; EyeNack.com.

3. Swimsuit, $185; Giejo.com.
Sunglasses, $179; WildFox.com.

4. Swimsuit, Coco Reef, $103; CocoReefSwim.com.
Sunglasses, Jessica Simpson, $45; Amazon.com

Photo: Richard Majchrzak/ Studio D

Animal Print
Spotted on the beach: a fresh interpretation of animal prints. From a blush cheetah to a camo take on leopard, these roar-worthy looks aren't like anything you'd see in nature.

From left to right:

1. $180; RachelPally.com

2. & Other Stories, top, $39, and bottom, $29; Stories.com

3. Suboo, $215; SubooUSA.com

Photo: Courtesy of Melissa Obadash

Melissa Odabash and Future Dreams
Designer Melissa Odabash teamed up with the breast cancer charity Future Dreams for gorgeous postmastectomy suits that help women feel their best. Not only is it a beautiful combo of form and function, but 100 percent of proceeds benefit breast cancer research and support.

Left: Contains inner pockets for breast forms. Melissa Odabash, $190; Net-a-Porter.com.

Right: Higher-cut sides provide extra coverage. Melissa Odabash, $190; Net-a-Porter.com.

Photo: Courtesy of Orlebar Brown

Emilio Pucci and Orlebar Brown
One is known for iconic distinctive prints; the other for tailored swimwear. Now Emilio Pucci and Orlebar Brown have joined forces for a capsule collection of brightly patterned rash guards and matching swim shorts, with prints culled from Pucci's '60s and '70s archives.

Rash guard and swim shorts, $315 each; OrlebarBrown.com

Photo: Marko Metzinger/ Studio D

Tie One On!
Belted suits are a huge trend this season, and this version is the most flattering of them all, with a wide obi-inspired sash that whittles your middle.

$264; CloverCanyon.com

Photo: Marko Metzinger/ Studio D

Fancy Espadrilles
Metallic and embellished, distinctive and bright, these are dressed-up versions of the rustic Spanish shoe. They're as comfortable as flip-flops but much more stylish, so you'll turn heads both on and off the beach.

From left to right: $530; Aquazzura.com. $40; JustFab.com. $275; Coclico.com. $150; CharlesDavid.com. $175; SamEdelman.com. $89; Kaanas.com. French Connection, $100; Bloomingdales.com.

Photo: Richard Majchrzak/ Studio D

Pom-Poms
Here's a look to cheer for: colorful pom-poms decorating clothing and accessories. They're a fun detail that brings a festive touch to every outfit.

Sandal, Sondra Roberts, $25; ZokyDoky.com

Tote, $92; ElizaGranStudio.com

Photo: Gregor Halenda

Graphic Towels
The patterns on these lush towels (velour on one side, terry on the other) are not only beautiful, they're also modeled after digital interpretations of paths and sea waves.

Zuzunaga, $132 to $150; APlusRStore.com

Photo: Marko Metzinger/ Studio D

Show Your Stripes
Oversize (it's 19½" x 8" x 15¾") and durable, this stylish tote can go everywhere from the beach to the farmers' market.

Restoration Hardware, $59 each; RH.com

Photo: Courtesy of Athleta and Soludos

Boss Tweed
It's not just for the office anymore. These bold, sexy tweed print pieces are definitely more pool than pitch meeting.

Top, $54, and bottom, $49; Athleta.com
Soludos x Malhia Kent, $150; Soludos.com
From the June 2015 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine