Popsugar Fashion Celebrity Fashion Gabrielle Union Wears an Andrea Iyamah Drawstring Bikini We Like the Things Gabrielle Union Keeps in Mind When Buying a Bikini 27 December 2021 by Sarah Wasilak View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gabrielle Union-Wade (@gabunion) As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Gabrielle Union-Wade celebrated the end of the holiday season (and the entry into the new year) sitting poolside in a purple drawstring bikini by Andrea Iyamah. The glow of the sunset in the distance might have been one factor that led us to stop in our tracks, but the design detail is also pretty extraordinary. Featuring a striking cut that frames the bust with underwire and also gives way to ruched cap sleeves, the crop top is immaculate, while the bottom is gathered at the centre and comes in a flattering high-rise silhouette. It's no surprise we noticed — Nigerian designer Andrea Dumebi Iyamah, who is also famous for her striking resort wear, has been churning out pieces that celebrate her African heritage and her own contemporary take on femininity since 2011. You'd be hard-pressed to find a swim label consistently embracing its cultural roots while also maintaining such incredible attention to quality and the brand's DNA. Each swimsuit on the site tells its own story, so much so that it doubles as a work of art. Gabrielle included album shots of almost every angle, though you might be surprised and excited to find that the Menasa suit, which retails for $210, also comes with a criss-cross back. Available in sizes XS-XXL and both Gab's Lilac shade and Vanilla, the look is sort of like that one poolside set you don't already own that you simply must, based on its backstory alone. "Magic Hour 🪄🦄🧞♀️🌈👙by @andreaiyamah #SupportBlackDesigners 🎁🔥," Gabrielle captioned her photos, reminding her fans and followers that it's also crucial to do research on the labels you're investing in, no matter what. Scroll to shop her Andrea Iyamah co-ords, then check out even more products at andreaiyamah.com. Related: Shopping For New Swimsuits? These 17 Black-Owned Brands Have You Covered Image Source: Instagram user gabunion Image Source: Instagram user gabunion Shop Gab's Andrea Iyamah Bikini in Lilac Image Source: andreaiyamah.com Andrea Iyamah Menasa Lilac High Rise Bikini ($210) Andrea Iyamah Menasa Lilac High Rise Bikini $210 from andreaiyamah.com Buy Now Shop Gab's Andrea Iyamah Bikini in Vanilla Image Source: andreaiyamah.com Andrea Iyamah Menasa Vanilla High Rise Bikini ($210) Andrea Iyamah Menasa Vanilla High Rise Bikini $210 from andreaiyamah.com Buy Now View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gabrielle Union-Wade (@gabunion) Celebrity FashionBikinisShoppingCrownedAndrea IyamahFashion ShoppingCelebrity Bikini PicturesCelebrity InstagramsFashion InstagramsGet The Look