The 25 Best Swimsuit Trends of Summer 2016
O creative director Adam Glassman and crew have plunged in to find the season's top trends, the most flattering swimsuits and all the stylish extras.
By Adam Glassman
Photo: Devon Jarvis/Studio D.
The A-List
1. The Little White Suit
It's all about white this summer! The zippered detail gives this classic style a glam touch.
Lauren Ralph Lauren, $97; RalphLauren.com
2. Pedi-Perfect Sandals
These rubber slides instantly put a smile on my face—and I love that they come in three different shades.
$120; CharlotteOlympia.com
3. One-Piece Rash Guard
This reminds me of the original Bond girls—it's sophisticated and sexy.
$108; Athleta.com
4. A Tongue-in-Cheek Tote
Because don't we
all need a vacation? This witty bag stores all your beachy accoutrements.
Kate Spade New York, $198; KateSpade.com
5. Contoured Legs
Yes, we all want Mariah's legs, and now you can get them in three simple steps.
Say Hello to Sexy Legs Tinted Glow Gel, $38, Illuminating Fluid, $34, and Contour Stick, $21; Sephora.com
6. Terry-Cloth Blazer
Throw this tailored style over your swimsuit or wear it with jeans for a country club–chic look.
Bask, $289; BaskNYC.com
From Catwalk to Boardwalk
These of-the-moment suits pay homage to this season's runway trends.
Ruching: $129;
LandsEnd.com
Rainbow Stripes: $103;
Longitude.com
Checks: Jag, $114;
Dillards.com
Tiered Ruffles: top, $70, and bottom, $40;
Avenue.com
Mesh Details: Ninety Six Degrees, $86;
JCPenney.com
Photo: Runway models from left: Venturelli/Wireimage. Victor Virgile/Gamma-rapho via Getty Images. Catwalking/Getty Images. Victor Virgile/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images. Dan & Corina Lecca. Swimsuits: Kevin Sweeney/Studio D.
Photo: Kevin Sweeney/Studio D.
Into The Wild
Breezy silhouettes and muted earth tones are soft and sophisticated for summer.
Tote: Michael Michael Kors, $478;
select Michael Kors stores
Swimsuit: $60;
Gap.com
Sunglasses: Michael Kors, $169;
SunglassHut.com
Watch: $575;
Shinola.com
Ring: $395;
JohnHardy.com
T-Shirt: $48;
LARelaxed.com
Pants: $79;
Chicos.com
Necklaces: $55 each;
RJGraziano.com
Sandal: Vionic, $140;
VionicShoes.com
Jumpsuit: $139;
AnnTaylor.com.
Belt: H&M, $25;
HM.com.
Hat: Ále by Alessandra, $110;
Solescapes.com
Midi Skirt: H&M, $60;
HM.com
Image: The Resort at Paws Up, Greenough, Montana
Photo: Kevin Sweeney/Studio D.
All-American
Head to your next picnic in stars, stripes and gingham prints.
Hat: $55;
HatAttack.com
Clutch: Hilfiger Collection, $160; Tommy Hilfiger,
212-223-1824
Jeans: $37;
OldNavy.com
Sneaker: $225;
FrancesValentine.com
Bikini: Canvas by Lands' End, top, $59, and bottom, $55;
CanvasByLandsEnd.com
Skirt: $250;
ToryBurch.com
Sunglasses: Colors in Optics, $175;
866-393-3374
Dress: $325;
DraperJames.com
Tank: Mossimo Supply Co., $15;
Target.com
Tote: $148;
ParkerThatch.com
Get your initials handpainted!
One-piece: $148;
TommyBahama.com
Image: Wequassett Resort and Golf Club, Chatham, Massachusetts
Photo: Devon Jarvis/Studio D.
Dr. Scholl's for J. Crew
The comfort geniuses at Dr. Scholl's have collaborated with J.Crew to create four exclusive versions of their iconic Original Sandal in glitter, plaid, gingham, and white.
Dr. Scholl's x J.Crew, $98 to $108 per pair; JCrew.com
Photo: Kevin Sweeney/Studio D.
Fruit Punch
Make a splash in this summer's juiciest prints.
Bracelet: $38;
BaubleBar.com
Swimsuit: top, $98, and bottom, $72;
TommyBahama.com
Sandal: Jack Rogers, $148;
JackRogersUSA.com
Shorts: Piamita, $300;
ModaOperandi.com
Bucket Bag: Kate Spade New York, $298;
KateSpade.com
Photo: Devon Jarvis/Studio D.
Two if by Sea
When this suit gets wet, a subtle snakeskin print emerges, giving you two looks in one—and making it the perfect style to pack for vacation.
Echo, $148;
EchoDesign.com
Photo: Devon Jarvis and Kevin Sweeney/Studio D.
The Cover-Up
In the market for a classic bathing suit topper? Try one of these effortless options.
Tailored Tunic: Guru,$225 each;
Guru-NYC.com
Boyfriend Shirt: Frank & Eileen, $238 each;
FrankAndEileen.com
Photo: Devon Jarvis/Studio D.
California Girl
Tie-dye, fringe, and mixed prints lend a laid-back vibe.
Scarf: Echo, $68;
EchoDesign.com
Hat: $96;
HatAttack.com
Dress: $69;
Loft.com
Sneaker: Hilfiger Collection, $190; Tommy Hilfiger,
212-223-1824
Sunglasses: Mondelliani for John Robshaw Textiles, $360;
JohnRobshaw.com
Jacket: Chico's, $129;
888-855-4986
Swimsuit: H&M, top, $18, and bottom, $13;
HM.com
Sandal: Dolce Vita, $70;
DSW.com
Weekender: $248;
MercadoGlobal.org
Pants: Miguelina, $290;
Net-a-Porter.com
Image: Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur, California
Photo: Kevin Sweeney/Studio D.
Match Sets: Volleyball
Be a good sport in a coordinated set, fashionable and functional whether you're a serious athlete or just playing around.
Rash Guard and Swimsuit: Lonely, $145; Lonely, top and bottom, $78 each;
LonelyLabel.com.
Sneaker: $185;
CynthiaRowley.com.
Volleyball: Tachikara, $18;
Kohls.com.
Match Sets: Paddle Boarding
Rash Guard and Swimsuit: $79 and $89;
Loft.com.
Sandal: $70;
Teva.com.
Paddleboard: $1,945;
Nikaukai.com.
Photo: Kevin Sweeney/Studio D.
Match Sets: Paddle Ball
Rash Guard and Swimsuit: $240 and $290;
HeidiKlein.com.
Boat Shoe: $134;
CapeCodShoeSupply.com.
Paddle: Frescobol Carioca, $215 for set of two;
MrPorter.com.
Photo: Kevin Sweeney/Studio D.
Swimsuits Under $50
Warning: graphic content ahead. These black-and-white suits are budget-friendly and far from basic.
From left: $33,
Forever21.com; H&M, top, $25, and bottom, $13,
HM.com; Shade and Shore, $45,
Target.com
Photo: Devon Jarvis/Studio D.
Maxed Out: Haute Hippie
A few standout accessories take these striking cover-ups from pool to cocktails—or après-beach, as we like to call it.
Cover-Up: $850;
Camilla.com.
Swimsuit: $99;
Triangl.com.
Clutch: $228;
LouiseEtcie.com.
Bangles: $35 for set;
RJGraziano.com.
Sandal: Jack Rogers, $178;
JackRogersUSA.com.
Photo: Devon Jarvis/Studio D.
Maxed Out: Modern Romance
Cover-Up: $910;
Miguelina.com.
Swimsuit: $160;
BenteviSwimwear.com.
Necklace: Chloe + Isabel, $148;
ChloeAndIsabel.com.
Clutch: $149;
FromStXavier.com.
Sandal: $50;
Avenue.com.
Photo: Devon Jarvis/Studio D.
Maxed Out: Nautical by Nature
Cover-Up: Canvas by Lands' End, $139;
CanvasByLandsEnd.com.
Swimsuit: top and bottom, $50 each;
Bikyni.com.
Clutch: $25;
CharmingCharlie.com.
Watch: $450;
CitizenWatch.com.
Bracelets: $85 (left) and $215;
Miansai.com.
Sandal: Misha Nonoo x Aldo Rise, $160;
AldoShoes.com.
Photo: Kevin Sweeney/Studio D.
Retro
Vintage-inspired pieces and cheeky prints give you that Hollywood pinup look.
Wine: $13; Limited edition design by Zac Posen;
EccoDomani.com for locations
Hat: $319;
JenniferOuellette.com
Clutch: Lizzie Fortunato, $398;
ShopBop.com
Wedge: $89;
NineWest.com
Dress: $245;
FlagPoleSwim.com
Swimsuit: Solid & Striped, $168;
SolidAndStriped.com
Shorts: Sperry, $58;
WestMarine.com
Tote: Kestrel, $118;
KestrelBags.com
Camera: Lomography, $169;
LordAndTaylor.com
Top: Cover Swim x Donald Robertson, $120;
SaksFifthAvenue.com
Sunglasses: Elizabeth and James, $195;
Ditto.com
Image: Hotel del Coronado, Coronado, California
Photo: Kevin Sweeney/Studio D.
Mix Masters
These complementary colors (think opposite sides of the color wheel) are unexpected and modern.
From left: $375,
FlagpoleSwim.com; Zero + Maria Cornejo, $340,
ZeroMariaCornejo.com; Top, $34, and bottom, $22,
VictoriasSecret.com
Photo: Courtesy of Companies
Say My Name
Make a personal statement with a customizable piece, like a solid suit with classic cursive in metallic or this tote with cool graffiti-style letters.
Swimsuit: $220;
BrunaMalucelli.com
Tote: $108;
MisaLosAngeles.com
Photo: Devon Jarvis/Studio D.
Midcentury
Channel Betty Draper in these 1960s-inspired pieces with lace details and sunny yellow hues.
Sunglasses: Beauty & the Beach, $46;
BeautySwim.com
Bag: $149;
Talbots.com
Bikini: Gottex, $108;
800-225-7946
Dress: Miguelina, $400;
Net-a-Porter.com
Wedges: $138;
AnnTaylor.com
Bangles: Sequin, $28 to $38 each;
Sequin-NYC.com
Pants: Lisette L Montreal, $130;
Lisettel.com
Scarf: Echo, $69;
EchoDesign.com.
Shorts: $135;
jmclaughlin.com.
One-piece: Michael Michael Kors, $114;
Zappos.com
Image: Parker Palm Springs, Palm Springs, California
Photo: Devon Jarvis/Studio D.
Flat-Out Fabulous: Neutral
A pretty and polished alternative to flip-flops, these on-trend sandals will elevate all your summer looks.
From top: $275,
SigersonMorrison.com; $115,
FrenchConnection.com; White House Black Market, $98,
WHBM.com
Photo: Devon Jarvis/Studio D.
Flat-Out Fabulous: Bejeweled
From top: $525,
PedroGarcia.com; $299,
Canfora.com; Ivanka Trump, $79,
Bloomingdales.com
Photo: Devon Jarvis/Studio D.
Flat-Out Fabulous: Slides
Photo: Devon Jarvis and Kevin Sweeney/Studio D.
Genius Ideas
1. The foolproof terry sarong: No tying, no tucking–just throw it on, button it, and go.
$48;
SimpleSarong.com
2. Apply this powder to skin and say goodbye to sand.
Sand Remover, $17;
SandGone.com
3. Add volume or enhance cleavage with inserts that can be worn in or out of the water.
$20 to $22;
Double-Scoop.com
4. This SPF 50 sunscreen is oil-free and antioxidant-rich, with a natural citrus scent.
$48;
SuperGoop.com
Shady Lady
These frayed-edge toppers, which dress up any outfit, are great for gardening (hello, UPF 50+) and totally packable.
$198 each;
EricJavits.com
From the
June 2016 issue of
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