I'm a huge fan of two- and three-piece swimsuit [1] sets, mostly because you can mix and match the separates with the rest of your wardrobe — seamlessly working the printed button-downs and sarong skirts into your at-home athleisure style [2]. With a handful of new swim releases to talk about come full-fledged summer outfits [3] that include extra coverage thanks to this trend. Harley Viera-Newton's label HVN just released her own iteration in the adorable cherry print above, complete with a wrap skirt. And some of our favorite brands in resortwear, such as Andrea Iyamah and Montce, have been coordinating bikini and one-piece patterns with cover-ups, caftans, and loose, flowy pants for years, churning out fresh looks for 2020.
It's safe to say this trend has gone above and beyond the retail space, because our Instagram feeds [4] are now filled with the likes of Frankies Bikinis [5]'s signature terry cloth combinations and Solid + Striped's relaxed button-down shirts, which top off some of the brand's most classic maillots. This "collect-them-all" swim separates approach certainly might cost you a few extra dollars, but then again, you could argue that the versatility of these designs make them a solid investment beyond the summer months. Keep reading for some quick styling inspiration, then shop my favorite pieces available right now.
My Favorite Pieces
HVN Cherry Bra Bikini Top [7] ($95), Cherry Seamless Bikini Bottoms [8] ($75), and Cherry Mesh Wrap Skirt [9] ($125)
Solid + Striped Oahu Print 2-Piece
Solid + Striped Oahu Print The Gemma One-Piece [10] ($168) and Oahu Print Cabana Shirt [11] ($98)
Montce Chartreuse Paisley Set
Montce Chartreuse Paisley Bandeau Bikini Top [12] ($102, originally $122), Chartreuse Paisley Euro Bikini Bottom [13] ($68, originally $78), and Chartreuse Paisley Boho Pants [14] ($98, originally $128)
Frankies Bikinis Terry Set
Frankies Bikinis Eloise Top [15] ($105), Claire Bottom [16] ($90), and Coco Bottom [17] ($95)
Blackbough Swim Candy Rocks Set
Blackbough Swim Candy Rocks Billie Top [18] ($45), Billie Bottoms [19] ($40), and Sol Sarong [20] ($29)
Andrea Iyamah Set
Andrea Iyamah Majida High-Waist Bikini [21] ($125) and Jafar Robe [22] ($190)
Gigi C Set
Gigi C Patricia One-Piece [23] ($175) and Terri Mesh Cover-Up [24] ($110)
I.Am.Gia Santos Set
I.Am.Gia Santos Bikini Top [25] ($35) and Donna Wrap Sarong [26] ($35)
Calzedonia Glittery Set
Calzedonia Glittery Federica Bikini Top [27] ($50), Federica Bikini Bottoms [28] ($35), and Glittery Sarong [29] ($15, originally $30)