Bikini Trends 2019
These Are the Best Bikini Trends For Summer
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As we prep for Summer, we have our eyes on a swimwear trend or two (or eight!) that we can't wait to get our hands on. This season, when it comes to our bathing suits of the bikini variety, we've seen nearly every memorable fashion decade emerge in one way or another. There are exaggerated silhouettes from the '60s, tortoise hardware from the '70s, neons from the '80s, and even ruching from the late '90s and early aughts. So, as you start to shop for the best season under the sun (quite literally), consider these eight bikini trends that are about to be absolutely everywhere — and the pieces we're shopping right now to get us in the beachside mood.
Smocked
The late-'90s trend that, quite frankly, really has it's roots in the 1960s, is back for it's third circle around the sun. We love lover-line tops that really let the textured ruching shine.
Faithfull the Brand
Mango
Mango Ruched Bikini Top($40) and Mango Ruched Bikini Bottom($30).
Next-Level Tops
When it comes to your bikinis this year, make sure you have a few on hand that really make a statement. The more head-turning details, the better.
Johanna Oritz
Marysia
Sporty Tanks
For large and small chests alike, get in on the sporty trend with a thicker-strap tank-like style. Pair it with high-waisted bottoms, cheeky hipsters, and skimpy side-tie strings alike.
H&M
1970s Hardware
Go retro with a little classic hardware, like round rings and angular square hooks made of lucite or tortoise. Channel that inner headscarf-wearing, sun-tanning beach babe this summer.
COS
Tori Praver
Leopard
We love leopard for it's head-turning print, yet uber-classic vibe. Whether you're going for a sporty style, timeless string bikini, or more covered high-waisted bottom with a supportive underwire top, 'tis the season to have a little fun with your animal prints this summer.
Ganni
Ganni Leopard Print Bikini ($145).
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Solid & Striped
Ruffles
Be a little girly this summer with a subtle ruffle detail on your favourite army of bikinis. While super exaggerated shapes can be fun at times, we're particularly enthralled with the looser cascading ruffles as we enter summer 2019.
Madewell
Gap
Neon
There's nothing quite like a true neon moment to really get you into the summertime mood. In hot pink, lime green, fluorescent yellow, and more, neon is a bikini trend that even the black-clad city slickers should try on for size this summer.
Mara Hoffman
Mara Hoffman Rae and Lei Bikini ($230).
Stella McCartney
High-Waisted Silhouettes
One of the most elegant bikini trends that has emerged as of late is the high-waisted bikini. Tummy flattering, suited for women of all shapes and sizes, and with a nod to the super chic beach looks that once filled our grandmothers' closet, we're all about this retro trend for summer.
