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Retro Prints Are The Biggest Swimsuit Trend for Summer 2021

It Looks Like Retro Prints Are the Swimsuit Trend To Try This Summer

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No matter how divisive the trend, fashion loves a comeback. Fortunately, the latest trend in swimwear is one we can totally get behind. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the triumphant return of retro prints and patterns (think: '70s-inspired motifs reminiscent of vintage Pucci and Versace). According to the search engine Stylight, retro-print bathing suits have generated a whopping 1,000 percent increase in clicks from online shoppers compared to this time last year.

In other words, retro print is the trend to try if you're in the market for a new suit — or if you're just looking to expand the beachwear section of your closet (summer is coming, people!).

Not sure just how groovy you'd like your bathing suit to be? With a bevy of styles and prices, you're bound to find a print that strikes your fancy. Keep reading to shop some of our favourite retro-print swimsuits for summer 2021.

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Faithfull the Brand + Net Sustain Mumbai Paisley-Print Underwired Swimsuit

Made in Bali, Indonesia by local artisans, this Faithfull the Brand + Net Sustain Mumbai Paisley-Print Underwired Swimsuit ($179) is equal parts playful and refined. We love the added underwire support, too.

Faithfull the Brand + Net Sustain Mumbai Paisley-Print Underwired Swimsuit
$179
from net-a-porter.com
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ModCloth x Princess Highway Tie-Front One-Piece Swimsuit

ModCloth never misses the mark with vintage-inspired styles, and this ModCloth x Princess Highway Tie-Front One-Piece Swimsuit ($89) is no different. With a halter neckline and fun floral print, it checks all the right retro boxes.

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ModCloth x Princess Highway Tie-Front One-Piece Swimsuit
$89
from modcloth.com
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J.Crew Underwire Bikini Top in Liberty® Mini Floral Walk

This timeless J.Crew Underwire Bikini Top in Liberty® Mini Floral Walk ($74, originally $82) in a classic silhouette features a multi-coloured marigold print by British print house Liberty London and a darling criss-cross back.

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J.Crew Underwire Bikini Top in Liberty® Mini Floral Walk
$74
from jcrew.com
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J.Crew High-Cut-Waist Bikini Bottom in Liberty® Mini Floral Walk

Can't forget the matching bottom! This J.Crew High-Cut-Waist Bikini Bottom in Liberty® Mini Floral Walk ($70, originally $78) provides plenty of coverage in the same mood-boosting print.

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J.Crew High-Cut-Waist Bikini Bottom in Liberty® Mini Floral Walk
$70
from jcrew.com
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Madewell Second Wave Button-Front Bikini Top

In a cheery check print, this Madewell Second Wave Button-Front Bikini Top ($35, originally $50) is not only covetable — it's made with recycled fabric. Win-win!

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Madewell Second Wave Button-Front Bikini Top
$35
from madewell.com
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Madewell Second Wave Retro High-Waisted Bikini Bottom

Also made from 80 percent pre-consumer recycled nylon, this Madewell Second Wave Retro High-Waisted Bikini Bottom ($35, originally $50) features a super-flattering high-back cut.

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Madewell Second Wave Retro High-Waisted Bikini Bottom
$35
from madewell.com
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Esther Williams The Christie One-Piece Swimsuit

With bold vertical stripes, this Esther Williams The Christie One-Piece Swimsuit ($79) is a 1980s dream.

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Esther Williams The Christie One-Piece Swimsuit
$79
from modcloth.com
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Versace Trésor de la Mer One-Piece Swimsuit

We're picking up some serious Venus-goddess-of-love vibes from this Versace Trésor de la Mer One-Piece Swimsuit ($650), inspired by archival Baroque prints.

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Versace Trésor de la Mer One-Piece Swimsuit
$650
from nordstrom.com
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ASOS DESIGN Step Front Underwire Swimsuit

Bold colours and a plunging neckline come together to make this ASOS DESIGN Step Front Underwire Swimsuit ($46) both flirty and unabashedly sexy.

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ASOS DESIGN Step Front Underwire Swimsuit
$46
from asos.com
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Pink Lily Brightest Days Striped Bikini Top

Available in a variety of colours, this Pink Lily Brightest Days Striped Bikini Top ($28) is just as practical as it is adorable.

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Pink Lily Brightest Days Striped Bikini Top
$28
from pinklily.com
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Pink Lily Brightest Days Striped Bikini Bottoms

These matching Pink Lily Brightest Days Striped Bikini Bottoms ($26) are the perfect mix of sporty and retro.

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Pink Lily Brightest Days Striped Bikini Bottoms
$26
from pinklily.com
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ModCloth x Princess Highway Crop Bikini Top

Nothing screams "1970s" like orange-hued floral prints — or this ModCloth x Princess Highway Crop Bikini Top ($49).

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ModCloth x Princess Highway Crop Bikini Top
$49
from modcloth.com
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ModCloth x Princess Highway High-Waisted Bikini Bottom​

The quirky motifs on this ModCloth x Princess Highway High-Waisted Bikini Bottom ($49) have us totally sold.

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ModCloth x Princess Highway High-Waisted Bikini Bottom
$49
from modcloth.com
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Venus Underwire Retro Bikini Top

Looking for a new top to spice up a solid pair of bottoms? This Venus Underwire Retro Bikini Top ($44), adorned with a cute bow, boasts almost every colour of the rainbow.

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Venus Underwire Retro Bikini Top
$44
from venus.com
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Boden Corsica Swimsuit

An adjustable halter top makes this Boden Corsica Swimsuit ($98) an extremely versatile summer buy. Bonus: Both the polyester lining and nylon outer layer are made from recycled materials.

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Boden Corsica Swimsuit
$98
from bodenusa.com
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Follow Suit The Kerry

We love the low neck and scoop back on this Follow Suit The Kerry ($125). The high cut has an amazing leg-lengthening effect, too.

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Follow Suit The Kerry
$125
from shopfollowsuit.com
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