101 Ideas: Swimwear for Every Woman
A swimsuit (and how you feel in it) is only as great as the shoes, shades, bag, jewelry, jacket, and hat that go with it.
A Note From Nina Garcia
Confidence is the key to looking great in a bathing suit. You've heard it a thousand times; I've said it at least twice as many. Yet every year, even the most confident and beautiful women in the world complain to me about bikini season. Focus on the complete ensemble. Showcase your everyday style from head to pedicured toe, and the confidence will follow.
Get Swimsuits for Every Shape and Budget
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
Color GuardNix traditional summer floral prints in favor of modern blocks of vivid brights.\r\n\r\n
DESIGNER: RICHARD NICOLL
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
STRONG SUIT:Strategic symmetry means slimming sophistication.
SWIMSUIT $112, DKNY; bloomingdales.com for stores.
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
NEW VINTAGE:Neon-green enamel updates a classic paste-style necklace.
NECKLACE $350, Givenchy; (800) 578-4552 for stores.
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
TOP $85, Shelly Steffee; refinery29shops.com.
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
PRACTICAL MAGIC:So very Hervé Léger—a hot banded skirt does beach days and party nights.
SKIRT $39.90, H&M; hm.com for stores.
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
RING $58, Sequin; (212) 398-7373.
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
WATCH, Price upon request, TechnoMarine; (800) 822-2312.
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
SUNGLASSES $560, Louis Vuitton Stephen Sprouse; louisvuitton.com.
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
DRESS, Price upon request, Proenza Schouler; saks.com for stores.
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
SHOES $15.50, Aerie; aerie.com.
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
\r\nCARRY ALL:Zipper pockets keep BlackBerries, iPods, and sunscreen sand-free.
BAG $1095, Tod\'s; tods.com for stores.
Colorful Swimwear
colorful swimwear, bright beachwear, summer accessories, bright bathing suits, sandals, bikinis, modern
colorful swimwear
BIKINI $295, MB Beach Couture by Maria Buccellati; saks.com for stores.
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
neutral swimwear
Sun TanBlack, white, gold, beige—in neutral style territory, all shades are welcome.\r\n\r\n
DESIGNER: MARIOS SCHWAB
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
neutral swimwear
NEARLY NUDE: The neutral suit is a solid foundation for classic, shiny bangles.
SWIMSUIT $445, Tomas Maier; tomasmaier.com.
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
neutral swimwear
CLUTCH (WITH CUFF) $1025, Roberto Cavalli; robertocavalli.com for stores.
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
neutral swimwear
COMFORT LEVEL: Espadrilles rule the summer the way ballet flats own spring.
SHOES $79, Talbots; talbots.com.
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
neutral swimwear
TOP $260, Karen Walker; karenwalker.com.
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
neutral swimwear
SUNGLASSES $78, Banana Republic; bananarepublic.com for stores.
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
neutral swimwear
BRACELETS Price upon request, David Yurman; davidyurman.com.
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
neutral swimwear
RING $357, Tous; (212) 219-1444.
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
neutral swimwear
SIMPLY CHIC:Stuffed with groceries or seashells, a leather-handled tote can hold it all.
BAGS $48 & $78, J.Crew; jcrew.com.
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
Neutral Swimwear
HAT $78, Hat Attack; gumtreela.com.
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
neutral swimwear
NECKLACE $210, Orly Genger by Jaclyn Mayer; jaclynmayer.com.
Neutral Swimwear
neutral swimwear, nude swimwear, neutral clothing, gold accessories, nude summer clothing
neutral swimwear
WATCH $65, Timex; timexstyle.com.
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
jeweled swimwear
River\'s EdgeYour jewels of the Nile: tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, agate, batik print, and linen.\r\n\r\n
DESIGNER: MARNI
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
jeweled swimwear
TREASURE CHEST:An accessorized suit keeps eyes up and away from problem spots.
SWIMSUIT $588, Rosa Cha; neimanmarcus.com.
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
jeweled swimwear
SUNGLASSES $340, Sophia Kokosalaki by Linda Farrow; lindafarrow.co.uk.
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
jeweled swimwear
DRESS & BELT $298 & $98, BCBG Max Azria; bcbg.com.
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
jeweled swimwear
BAG $24.99, Gap; gap.com.
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
jeweled swimwear
EARRINGS $900, Louis Vuitton; louisvuitton.com.
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
Jeweled Swimwear
BIKINI $180, Diane von Furstenberg; (702) 818-2294.
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
jeweled swimwear
PAPER-BAG WAIST:When the shorts are baggy chic, the top gets snug and tucked.
BELT $145, Jenni Kayne; jennikayne.com for similar styles. Shorts $29.90, H&M; hm.com for stores.
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
jeweled swimwear
FAUX REAL:Cheat the luxe of python by simply faking it.
SHOES $89, Colin Stuart for Victoria\'s Secret; victoriassecret.com.
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
jeweled swimwear
NECKLACE Price upon request, Gucci; gucci.com for stores.
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
jeweled swimwear
DRESS $188, French Connection; frenchconnection.com for stores.
Jeweled Swimwear
jeweled swimwear, tortoiseshell, fine-woven straw, egyptian clothing, natural stones, natural style, river\'s edge
jeweled swimwear
BAG $39, Loft; anntaylorloft.com.
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