Finding the perfect swimsuit is tricky, especially when your heart is torn between gorgeous one-pieces [1] and cute bikinis [2]. Thankfully, though, brands have thought of the perfect alternative: enter the trikini!
Much like a one-piece, it provides coverage for days when you don't feel like wearing a bikini, while also looking sexy thanks to strategically placed cutouts. Not convinced? Read on to get a look at our favourite finds — one look at them and you'll want to take the plunge. Just one tip: these are best combined with a high SPF sun cream and a fake tan . . . otherwise you'll get some very odd tan lines.
Pull & Bear Striped Swimsuit
Pull & Bear Striped Swimsuit [4] (£20)
Mara Hoffman Kia Cutout Swimsuit
Mara Hoffman Kia Cutout Swimsuit [5] (£295)
Vero Moda Printed Cut Out Swimsuit
Vero Moda Printed Cut Out Swimsuit [6] (£23.50)
Derek Lam Cutout One-Piece Swimsuit
Derek Lam Cutout One-Piece Swimsuit [7] (£343)
Bikini Lab Floral Colour Block Cut Out Swimsuit
Bikini Lab Floral Colour Block Cut Out Swimsuit [8] (£18)
Marysia Swim Mott Halterneck Swimsuit
Marysia Swim Mott Halterneck Swimsuit [9] (£260)
Mara Hoffman Cutout Printed Swimsuit
Mara Hoffman Cutout Printed Swimsuit [10] (£114, originally £228)
Vero Moda Cutout Frill Swimsuit
Vero Moda Cutout Frill Swimsuit [11] (£12)
Vince Camuto High-Neck Swimsuit
Vince Camuto High-Neck Swimsuit [12] (£92)
MinkPink Tie Front One Piece Swimsuit
MinkPink Tie Front One Piece Swimsuit [13] (£70)
Juicy Couture Floral Print Cut Out Swimsuit
Juicy Couture Floral Print Cut Out Swimsuit [14] (£40, originally £78)
Matthew Williamson Ocean Odyssey Cutout Printed Swimsuit
Matthew Williamson Ocean Odyssey Cutout Printed Swimsuit [15] (£235)
La Perla Lycra One Piece Swimsuit
La Perla Lycra One Piece Swimsuit [16] (£477)
Topshop Daisy Split Swimsuit
Topshop Daisy Split Swimsuit [17] (£29)