Wonder how to work catwalk cool into your own closet? Here’s how to translate the trends for real life.
Whether you said goodbye to the bikini eons ago, or are just looking for a fresh new addition to your poolside rotation, itap time to say hello to the one-piece swimsuit trend.
The style, that offers more coverage that the skimpier two-piece, was hot on runways, and has been a favorite of celebrities, too, as of late – including Beyonce, Kate Moss and Kim Kardashian.
What we love is that the suit can work for all body types and ages, and comes in styles that range from sporty to uber-chic. Just do yourself a favor and pair it with a simple cover-up, flip-flops or flat sandals and a great floppy hat. Adding opera gloves and spiked heels, as shown on the catwalk, probably won’t go over too well at your club’s pool.
A vibrant print made this one-piece pop during the Milly by Michelle Smith spring/summer 2014 Fashion Week show. ( Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)
THE RUNWAY: Milly by Michelle Smith, spring 2014
A colorful painting-inspired one-piece with wide straps and flattering black piping would look fab at the pool. Save the gloves for fall, though, OK?
YOUR WAY:
Fashion-forward: When the world is your runway you want a one-piece with a little something special. Think cutouts, sheer panels and trendy designs that will turn heads – just use extra sunscreen – these styles are bound to leave some extra funky tanlines.
Love a good trend? Opt for a fashion-forward suit with serious style. (Provided by Asos, Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom)
French Connection , $43.82, ; one-piece with removable peplum trim, $99, ; Penelope crochet one-piece, $130,
Retro: If you love the look of pinup girls of yore, opt for a retro-inspired one-piece thatap not only flattering to a woman with curves with halter necks and fun prints that can help disguise bumps, but also just a lot of fun.
The retro style one-piece is a celebrity fave. (Provided by Ann Taylor, Anthropologie, Mod Cloth)
retro stripe swimdress, $89.99, ; Marilyn one-piece, $149, ; Esther Williams Bathing Beauty one-piece, $89.99,
Slimming: True, a swimsuit is not going to hide every lump, bump and bulge, but new fabrics, smart details and the right prints and patterns can help you look slimmer – and feel more confident – as you run to the beach or take a dive off the board. Think of it as Spanx for the pool.
Shirring, ruching and the right fabrics can whittle your middle. (Provided by Macy’s, SpanxEscape printed one-piece, $119.99, ; shirred halter one-piece, $50, ; draped one-piece, $114, macys.com
Lesley Kennedy writes for ShopAtHome.com. Email her at LKennedy@ShopAtHome.com or follow her on Instagram @shopathome.
