THE SIX SWIMWEAR TRENDS TO TRY THIS SUMMER

Finally – swimwear season is here and we cannot wait to get our hands on the most trendy swimming costumes for summer 2019.

Whether you’re jetting off on a tropical holiday or keeping it local, stylish swimwear is a wardrobe essential. And why limit yourself to just one? Here are the six swimwear trends to have on your radar.

Written by Jolandi Morkel

From left: Kelso cut out bikini top 189.95 and Kelso bikini bottom 169.95; Kelso one-shoulder floral ruffled bikini top 159.95 and Kelso floral bikini bottom 149.95; Free 2BU knotted bikini top 159.95 and Free 2BU bikini bottom with side bows 149.95; Kelso Curves tassel bikini top 259.95 and Kelso Curves high waisted bikini bottom 199.95; Free 2BU slogan one-piece costume 279.95

1. THE FULL COSTUME OR ONE-PIECE SUIT

The full costume came back on the scene a couple of seasons ago and we don’t see the trend going anywhere this summer. We say opt for a high-cut leg to really elongate and show off those pins.

Free 2BU slogan one-piece costume 279.95

Free 2BU slogan one-piece costume 279.95

2. THE NEON BIKINI

A nod to the '80s, the neon bikini is the swimwear of choice for celebs like Kylie Jenner and is the perfect way to really play up your sun-kissed skin. 

Free 2BU halter neck bikini top 159.95 SHOP NOW; Free 2BU high waisted bikini bottom 149.95 SHOP NOW; Free 2BU neon bikini top 159.95 SHOP NOW; Free 2BU neon bikini bottom 149.95 SHOP NOW

3. THE KNOTTED COSTUME

More than just a pretty design, knots are also super practical. If you struggle to find a bikini top that fits, big or small, the knotted top allows you to customise the fit. 

Free 2BU knotted costume 299.95

Kelso Curves bow-detail costume 359.95

4. THE ANIMAL-PRINT COSTUME

While your closet is probably already filled with animal print, it’s time to invest in one more piece – the printed swimsuit. Whether you opt for leopard print or zebra, you’ll be bang on-trend.

Kelso leopard-print one-piece 299.95

5. THE RUFFLED AND FRILLY BIKINI

Give your swimsuit a flirty edge with ruffles and frills – a great choice for those wanting to highlight their curves or draw attention away from certain areas of the body.

Kelso one-shoulder floral ruffled bikini top 159.95; Kelso floral bikini bottom 149.95

Kelso striped peplum bikini top 249.95; Kelso striped bikini bottom 169.95

6. THE HIGH-WAISTED BIKINI

The high-waisted bikini is a swimwear staple. Universally flattering and super trendy, this retro style hit the streets (by which we mean beach) a few seasons ago, and was such a welcome return that the options in this cut are now virtually endless.

Kelso Curves tassel bikini top 259.95; Kelso Curves high waisted bikini bottom 199.95

Kelso Curves floral bikini top 259.95; Kelso Curves floral high waisted bikini bottom 199.95

SHOP SWIMWEAR

Fashion editor: Brittany Penebre. Junior fashion editor: Rushana Burton. Photography: Lesedi. Make-up: Lynne Kennedy. Hair: Mimi Duma. Styling: Francois.

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