Summer is officially here, which makes it a good time to revisit our favorite one-piece swimsuits and coverups. In April we shared swim style in our walk and talk. We know that thinking about swimwear isn’t on the top of many of our lists, but we want you to feel good this summer when you’re by the pool or on the beach. So, we’re sharing our swim styles again, just in time for your upcoming vacation!
We’ve added some new options, too! Having a complete “swim look” (swimsuit, coverup, bag and sandals) will not only help you look your best, but you’ll feel more confident. Swimsuits are our least favorite thing to buy — and we’re pretty sure many of you agree! But with our tips, you’ll be looking AND feeling great this summer!
Megan’s One-Piece Swimsuit Picks
Swimsuit season is all about the cover up! To be honest I’d rather spend my $$ on a good cover up than a fancy swim suit. I always check TJ Maxx and Nordstrom Rack for my go to maillot style. My ride or die is the strapless J.Crew suit, they have it every year in a multitude of colors. Over the last 10 years I’ve had three of them and I always seem to come back to it. It looks good on everyone, tall or small. And since it’s strapless, no tan lines!
Cover ups are my favorite part of my swimming costume (am I dating myself with that phrase??). Love an easy breezy throw on dress, but my very favorite cover up is actually free of charge. It’s one of my husbands old button down work shirts. Nothing looks more chic than a men’s white work shirt over a black bathing suit with a pair of heeled sandals or wedges.
Again with the aging, but I just can’t wear plain old flip flops like I used to. My feet kill me and my plantar rears it’s ugly head if I spend too much time in flat flip flops. Meet my new best friend, Archies. Found these last summer and I’ve already ordered a second pair for this summer. They have the perfect amount of arch support and cushion. Highly recommend.
*NEW* SHOP THE CLASSIC WHITE LOOK
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SHOP THE RED LEOPARD LOOK
Christa’s One-Piece Swimsuit Picks
My go to brand for swimsuits is Summersalt, especially their bestselling, universally flattering “Sidestroke” one shoulder style. If you haven’t given it a try yet, you really should. I love that Summersalt shows their swimsuits on models of all different sizes and body types, and their suits come in so many colors, sizes and styles, so anyone can feel confident in them. Lauren Ralph Lauren and Miraclesuit (try the “Jena” one shoulder style) are also a go to for me.
I need a suit that will accommodate/support bigger boobs, and these brands work. Even though they aren’t specifically cup-sized, they’re still supportive enough — Summersalt is the best for this because their suits offer the most compression (I find that I don’t need to size up in their suits). I love the one-shoulder and halter styles and they’re most flattering for me. Pro tip: try a suit even if it doesn’t come in cup sizes, because you never know. I’ve been happily surprised.
And no swim ensemble is complete without the ever important coverup. Invest in a good coverup, and feel good while lounging by the pool, walking to lunch, and strolling along the beach. My favorite brands for coverups are Summersalt and La Blanca. You can find a great variety of stylish coverups at Nordstrom and Anthropologie. (And can we talk about the totes — I want all three, but that blue stripe Mar Y Sol tote is calling my name!)
*NEW* SHOP THE ORANGE STRIPE LOOK
SHOP THE BLUE FLORAL LOOK
SHOP THE CLASSIC BLACK AND WHITE LOOK
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