The 10 Biggest Swimwear Trends to Shop in 2021
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This year, there's a desire for swimsuits and an urge to shop fresh trends like never before. That could be because we spent a good chunk of quarantine laying low around the house in our "swimwear-turned-loungewear," as we liked to call it, and we're committed to that vibe wholeheartedly.
There are so many fun takes on classic silhouettes this season, we don't even know which to try first! The one shoulder style gets a bold upgrade, some with double straps that run across the chest and add some edge. As far as patterns go, we're seeing a return to the '70s with ditsy florals and paisley offered in bohemian, earth tones. If you love girlie suits, try out a smocked bikini with pouf sleeves, and if you're sporty, you'll love the lace-up designs we've gathered below.
If you know exactly what you're interested in shopping, you can hop ahead to the proper category, or scroll through our wish list of bikinis and maillots one by one.
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One Shoulder
This season, the one-shoulder swimsuit is particularly statement making with two straps or one that sweeps across the neckline in a way that's slightly sporty, and always eye-catching.
Solid & Striped The Issi ($178)
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Andrea Iyamah Kanem High Waist Bikini
Andrea Iyamah Kanem High Waist Bikini ($130, originally $185)
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L*Space Phoebe One Piece Classic
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Marysia Pink Venice One-Shoulder Cutout Swimsuit
Marysia Pink Venice One-Shoulder Cutout Swimsuit ($175, originally 350)
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MIKOH Bikini
MIKOH Queensland Cross Shoulder Bikini Top ($94, originally $118) and MIKOH Zuma 2 Bikini Bottoms ($78, originally $98)
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Ditsy Floral Print
If all of these floral-y prints are putting you in the mood to flip through a Limited Too or Delia's catalogue, we really don't blame you. Shop tiny prints or large scale, in natural colors or bright color pops.
Frankies Bikinis Binx Triangle Bikini Top ($90) and Frankies Bikinis Binx Skimpy Bikini Bottom ($80)
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Beth Richards x Roopa Pemmaraju Sophia One Piece Swimsuit in Pink Garden
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Holiday The Label Vacation One Piece in Happy Hawaii
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ASOS Design Ruched Underwired Swimsuit in Garden Floral Print
ASOS Design Ruched Underwired Swimsuit in Garden Floral Print ($35, originally $46)
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Kitty and Vibe Scoop Top
Kitty and Vibe Scoop Top ($52) and Kitty and Vibe High Waisted Bottoms ($46)
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GIGI C Kendall Surfsuit in Mod Floral
GIGI C Kendall Surfsuit in Mod Floral ($260, originally $325)
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Smocked
If you reached for velvet or ribbed swimsuits for added texture last season, then this season is all about the smocked or "shirred" fabric, which adds exciting dimension to both bikinis and one-pieces.
Blackbough Swim Mila Top ($41, originally $55) and Blackbough Swim Mila Bottoms ($38, originally $50)
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Tanya Taylor Kendra Smocked One Piece
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& Other Stories Smocked Floral Embroidery Bikini
& Other Stories Smocked Floral Embroidery Bikini Top ($39) and Smocked Floral Embroidery Bikini Bottoms ($25, originally $29)
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Solid & Striped The Bailey One Piece Swimsuit
Solid & Striped The Bailey One Piece Swimsuit ($150, originally $188)
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ASOS Design Shirred Bikini
ASOS Design Shirred Tie Front Triangle Bikini Top ($21, originally $26) and ASOS Design Shirred Bikini Bottom ($20)
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L*Space Marilyn One Piece Classic Swimsuit
L*Space Marilyn One Piece Classic Swimsuit ($158, originally $198)
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Charlie Holiday Bikini
Charlie Holiday Millie Bikini Top ($35, originally $59) and Charlie Holiday Newport Smocked Bikini Briefs ($32, originally $79)
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Faithfull The Brand + Net Sustain Shirred Polka-Dot Bikini
Faithfull The Brand + Net Sustain Shirred Polka-Dot Bikini Top ($45, originally $90) and Faithfull The Brand + Net Sustain Shirred Polka-Dot Bikini Briefs ($45, originally $90)
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Pastels
Dream in whimsical, sugary-cool colors, all of which might remind you of Easter eggs and/or Taylor Swift's "Me!" music video. Whether you prefer gingham, stripes, or checks, there's a pastel iteration for you this season.
ASOS Design Tie Back High Leg Swimsuit in Check Print ($31, originally $37)
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ASOS Design Curve Textured Bikini in Lilac
ASOS Design Curve Textured Bikini in Lilac ($47, originally $52)
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& Other Stories Jacquard Check Halter Neck Swimsuit
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Maisie Wilen YS704 Deep V One Piece Swimsuit
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L*Space Stripe Bikini
L*Space Rebel Stripe Top ($88) and L*Space Portia Stripe Bottoms ($99)
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Oséree Yellow Blossom Colorè Floral Jacquard Bikini
Oséree Yellow Blossom Colorè Floral Jacquard Bikini ($163, originally $325)
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Skatie Nicole One Piece in Encinitas
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Valimare St Barths Colorblock Bikini
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Lurex
Don't just call them glitter swimsuits — lurex is a luxe fabric with a metallic sheen and it's also extremely flattering. Whether you prefer a bikini or a wild one-piece, this '70s inspired fabric is a groovy addition to your swim drawer.
Frankies Bikinis Seraphina One Piece Swimsuit in Shimmy Blue ($180)
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Oséree Green Lumière Stretch Lurex Bikini
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Ramy Brook Knit Marta One Piece Swimsuit
Ramy Brook Knit Marta One Piece Swimsuit ($190, originally $238)
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Montce Bikini
Montce Cabana Bikini Top with Straps ($160) and Montce Paula Tie Up Bikini Bottoms ($71, originally $118)
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Oseree Shine Bandana Bikini Set
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Hunza G + Net Sustain Carmen Metallic Bikini
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Beach Riot Bikini
Beach Riot Kelsey Bikini Top ($70, originally $88) and Beach Riot Island Bottoms ($64, originally $80)
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Midriff Cutouts
Whether you like a circular cutout at the center or you prefer a knotted maillot with fabric gathered at the center, so your cutouts are on each side, this look brings even the most simple one-piece a little something special.
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Andrea Iyamah Amina Olive One Piece Swimsuit
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LaQuan Smith Tie Front Swimsuit
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Agua Bendita Tutti Jambo One Piece
Agua Bendita Tutti Jambo One Piece ($120, originally $150)
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Morgan Lane Jeysa One Piece in Noir
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PatBO Black Oasis Cutout Chiffon Trimmed Printed Halterneck Swimsuit
PatBO Black Oasis Cutout Chiffon Trimmed Printed Halterneck Swimsuit ($270, originally $450)
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Lace-Up
What's sporty and delicate at the same time? Lace-up details you can knot or tie loosely in a bow, bringing a little more dimension to your beach ready look.
OOKIOH Paloma Bikini Top ($50) and OOKIOH Bondi Bottom ($50)
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Melissa Odabash Salvador Bikini
Melissa Odabash White Salvador Lace-Up Bikini Top ($59, originally $117) and Melissa Odabash Bikini Briefs ($47, originally $117)
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Ashley Graham x Swimsuits For All CEO Lace Up One Piece Swimsuit
Ashley Graham x Swimsuits For All CEO Lace Up One Piece Swimsuit ($51, originally $128)
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Sézane x Ysé Vague d'Amour Swimsuit
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Paisley
We're gladly welcoming this '70s-inspired pattern back into our swim drawer. It's best worn in natural earth tones with braided hair and some gold jewelry for the ultimate sun-kissed at sundown glow.
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Faithfull The Brand + Net Sustain Mumbai Paisley-Print Underwired Swimsuit
Faithfull The Brand + Net Sustain Mumbai Paisley-Print Underwired Swimsuit ($90, originally $179)
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Veronica Beard Bikini
Veronica Beard Celeste Bikini Top ($118, originally $148) and Veronica Beard Azoia Bottoms ($118, originally $148)
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Zimmermann Lilac Brighton One-Shoulder Cutout Ruffled Paisley-Print Swimsuit
Zimmermann Lilac Brighton One-Shoulder Cutout Ruffled Paisley-Print Swimsuit ($225, originally $375)
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Melissa Odabash Bora Bora Baroque Blush Swimsuit
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Zimmermann Pink Lulu One-Shoulder Cutout Gathered Printed Swimsuit
Zimmermann Pink Lulu One-Shoulder Cutout Gathered Printed Swimsuit ($186, originally $310)
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Two-Tone
In bikini form, opt for classic contrast patterns, or select a maillot with two differently colored panels. If you like to dress up your swimsuit, trust, keep your accessories minimal with this one!
Anemos The Tortoise Bandeau Top in Thin Stripe Print ($155) and Anemos The High-Waisted Cheeky Bottom in Wide Stripe Print ($145)
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ASOS Design Recycled Crop and High Leg High Waist Bikini in Polka Dot
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Silvia Tcherassi Macumba Swim One Piece
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ASOS Design Shimmer Bikini in Apricot and Coral
ASOS Design Shimmer Bikini in Apricot and Coral ($16, originally $46)
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Evarae + Net Sustain Cassandra Belted Two Tone Stretch Econyl Swimsuit
Evarae + Net Sustain Cassandra Belted Two Tone Stretch Econyl Swimsuit ($180, originally $360)
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Hunza G Majorelle Duo Edie Nile Bikini
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Solid & Striped For Net-a-Porter Lime Green The Lucia
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'90s High Leg
While this trend might not be for everyone, it certainly elongates the length of your legs as the bottom sits above the hip. To emit full-on vintage vibes, go for a retro pattern.
Out From Under Heidi Printed High-Cut Bikini Bottom ($10, originally $42)
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Mara Hoffman Idalia Voluta Print High Cut Leg Swimsuit
Mara Hoffman Idalia Voluta Print High Cut Leg Swimsuit ($220, originally $368)
Vitamin A x Misha Nonoo Leah One Piece
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Good American Layout One-Piece in Gold
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Out From Under Bikini
Out From Under Skimpy Scoop Neck Bikini Top ($25, originally $42) and Out From Under Heidi High-Cut Bikini Bottom ($20, originally $39)
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WhiteShoreSwim Avery One-Piece in Black
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