The Hottest Swimwear Trends to Try This Season
This season is all about options that feel effortless but look next-level. High-leg cuts are back, giving that legs-for-days energy without going overboard. One piece swimsuits are having a moment too—think clean lines, scooped necklines, and open backs that hit that sweet spot between sporty and sleek. If bikinis are more your thing, triangle and halter tops keep it classic, while bandeau and bralette styles lean into that minimal, sun-chasing vibe. Prefer a little extra hold? Look for structured seams and wide straps that bring comfy support without cramping your style.
Textures are doing the heavy lifting right now—ribbed, crinkle, and subtle ruche details add dimension without shouting about it. Prints bring the fun: bold brights, checks, stripes, florals, and a few retro nods for the nostalgia lovers. Neutrals aren’t going anywhere either; earthy tones and clean blacks or whites keep it timeless and super easy to mix and match. Coverage is fully your call—cheeky cuts for maximum tan, fuller briefs for that chill, secure feel. And yes, beachwear is part of the look: throw on an oversized shirt, a breezy sarong, or a lightweight dress and you’re brunch-ready in under a minute.
How to Choose the Right Swimsuit for Your Style
Start with what makes you feel most like you. Love a set? Go bikini and play with proportions—pair a minimal top with a high-rise bottom for balance, or keep things clean with matching separates. If you want a one-and-done moment, a one piece swimsuit is your go-to. Scoop necks are universally flattering, square necks bring a modern edge, and a plunge neckline keeps it bold but wearable. High-cut legs elongate, while mid-rise or low-rise bottoms bring that laidback, throwback feel. If you’re after more coverage or extra comfort for all-day wear, look to wider bands, thicker straps, and styles that feel supportive without feeling stiff.
Fit is everything. Adjustable straps are your best friend for dialling in comfort. Tie sides on bikini bottoms let you fine-tune the fit on the fly. Removable cups give you options. Double-check your usual size against the size guide and think about how you like to wear your swim—lounging, laps, volleyball on the sand. Movement matters, so look for stretch that recovers well and a lining that sits smooth. Color and print should back your mood: solids for minimalists, print clashing for the bold, and soft pastels or earth tones if you live for that low-key, coastal palette.
If support is top of your list, start with the straps and underbust. Wider straps, thicker underbands, and secure clasps help keep everything in place without digging. For smaller busts, triangle and bandeau tops bring that effortless shape; for more coverage and hold, bralette or sporty cuts get it done. Bottoms are about comfort and confidence—go cheeky for a sun-chasing fit or choose fuller coverage for everyday ease. No rules here. Just what feels good on you.
How to Wear Swim Pieces Beyond the Beach
Your swim doesn’t clock off when the sun dips. Treat a one piece like a bodysuit and pair it with denim shorts, linen pants, or a maxi skirt—add slides and an open shirt for instant after-swim plans. Bikini tops double as crops under an oversized button-up or light cardi, perfect for markets, coffee runs, and summer nights. A sarong can do it all: skirt, halter dress, even a quick shoulder wrap when the breeze picks up. If sporty is your lane, throw a ribbed bikini top under a relaxed tank with bike shorts and sneakers for that gym-to-swim energy.
Beachwear ties it together. An oversized shirt is the ultimate layer—sun-safe, easy to style, and always cool. Lightweight dresses slip on and off without drama. Add a cap or bucket hat, sunnies, and a tote that can handle towels, SPF, a water bottle, and your book. Keep it simple, keep it comfy, and let your swimwear do the talking. The goal’s the same wherever you end up: feel good, move freely, and make every day feel like a mini-holiday.
From bikinis to one piece swimsuits and everything you throw over the top, Cotton On Women’s Swimwear is built for real life and good times. Mix it, match it, swim in it, live in it. Your summer, your rules.
