We’ve spotted the brands and trends from all your favourite celebrities on Instagram, that are essential in swimwear for SS21. From groovy patterns, cut-out swimsuits and ways to accessorise – there’s a style for everyone.
Trend: Belly Chains
We’re really feeling the y2k resurgence in SS21 and another bold trend that nods to the era is the return of the belly chain. Simple and sexy, this small addition is the perfect way to add some bling to your swimwear. Go bold like Lizzo who wears a chunky gold personalised chain, or keep it intricate like Hailey Bieber in a dainty body piece.
Trend: Material Play
From metallic pieces to crochet embellishments – another trend for swimwear this season is material play. Kylie Jenner wears a crochet bikini with stunning floral details and pearls, it’s one of the most creative forms of garments and brings heat to boho. This blue metallic set worn by Chi Virgo is by the brand Nii HAi – if you’re looking to stand out in your swimwear this summer this set is for you, with not many brands jumping on the concept, yet.
Trend: Groovy Patterns
It’s no secret that one of the most noteworthy trends of the season is groovy, bold, vibrant 70s-style patterns – and it’s made its way to swimwear too. Two brands that are doing this right are Frankie’s Bikinis and Oh Polly, with lots of marble-themed pieces for you to pattern play with.
Trend: Gloves
Another timeless accessory that has stayed for SS21 is gloves, and now they’re coordinating with your swimwear. Em Rata’s brand Inamorata launched their new swimwear collection with floral sets in tie-up and halter neck silhouettes which come with matching mesh gloves. All new celebrity-acclaimed swimwear brand Gonza has just dropped their new season swimsuits, too, and all the designs come with gloves to match.
Gonza Caribe Gloves
Trend: Graphic Prints
Keeping it far from basic, Bikini’s this summer are coming in all sorts of different prints. Miaou’s first-ever swimwear pieces launched earlier in the month with dollar note-themed digital designs printed all over keeping with the bold theme of SS21. Of course, you also can’t go wrong with an animal print and this set which Jordyn Wood wears by Monday Swimwear proves Tiger looks hot.
Trend: Cut Out Swim Suits
This year we’re here for all things cut out – including swimsuits. The brand taking Instagram by storm is Louisa Ballou and their unique asymmetric designs embellished with silver detailing and groovy coloured designs, as worn by SZA and Kali Uchis.
Trend: Wrapped Up
Wrap up this summer with the tie-waist swimwear movement. With details coming around the waist and haltering above the neck there’s endless silhouettes with this trend and it’s super sexy.
Trend: Monochrome Moment
Sometimes you need a monochrome option when it comes to swimwear and what’s more timeless than a simple black two-piece or B&W set? Kristen Noel Crawley wears a high-waisted set by Laquan Smith in a checkerboard theme. Whereas Father Kels kept it classic with an all-black thong silhouetted bikini which can match with anything you choose to style it with.
GUCCI GG Bikini
Laquan Smith Bikini Set
Words By Natasha Legge, Graphic By Emily Chapillon
