Swimwear Trends for 2011

Summer is right around the corner, so The Blonde & The Brunette thought it was time to research swimsuit trends for 2011!  (I know this definitely keeps me motivated at the gym!)  Here are the trends we noticed:

One-Pieces with a Twist (especially ruching & wrapping)

• a.) Vitamin A Runway Wrap Maillot ($247)
• b.) L Space Stardust Beige Monokini ($122)
• c.) Beach Bunny Wild Child One-Piece ($175)
• d.) J Crew Asymetrical Ruched Bandeau Tank ($88)
• e.) Norma Kamali Halter Robin Ruched Mesh Bodysuit ($350)

Bold Patterns

• a.) Missoni Mare California Crochet Knit Bandeau Bikini ($465) B. Swim’s Sydney Betty Bandeau is a similar look for less ($54/piece)
• b.) Agua Bendita Bendito Malibu Two-Piece ($180)
• c.) Maaji Pink Poison Bikini ($122)
• d.) Paradizia Wildlife Bandeau Two-Piece ($168)

Bustiers & Bra-Style Tops

• a.) Mara Hoffman Embroidered Bustier Swimsuit ($220)  She also makes a bikini.  Net-A-Porter has it in blue, Anthropologie has it in black in M and L and RevolveClothing has it in white in XS (top: $138, bottom: $128).
• b.) Victoria’s Secret Miraculous Multi-Way Push-Up Bandeau Top ($62) Great if you like some lift.  BUT, if you don’t like padding, this isn’t the style for you.
• c.) Zimmerman Valentine Printed Underwired Bikini ($210)
• d.) Tori Praver Betty Smocked High-Waisted Bikini Briefs ($98) Great if you prefer a two-piece, but need a little more coverage.  Urban Outfitters also has a similar style ($34).  Pair it with your bustier/bra-style top…or even a bandeau or vintage-style halter.
• You can also go for solid mix-n-match styles.  Nanette Lepore and O’Neill both make some nice ones.

– Ashlee, Brunette Contributor