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Beautiful Branded Bodysuits

Bodysuits was gaining popularity a few year back, these days, all designers must include some of bodysuits design in their shows. 

Bodysuits are not worn by every body, but it’s a great fashion item to have, it looks like a one-piece swimsuit, however you wear it not on the beach or by the pool, you wear it in normal daily life or special occasions.

Worn nicely, bodysuits can easily put a fashion entitle on your head without a doubt.  When you sit down and have a close look, actually bodysuits are not that intimidating —  it’s good idea to layer your choices of clothes,  to half cover it, to expose the upper part with a long sleeve underneath, or put a blazer on top of it, or a daring short skirt to show a glimpse of it from time to time…  the options are endless.

For example this DKNY bodysuit, you can wear a maxi skirt or a Bermuda shorts under to be  presentable outside gym or personal space.

DKNY bodysuit

This one will look fantastic with a white or black blazer…

This CHANEL bodysuit is so lovely and I myself would choose something made of sheer chiffron and you can see through… why not? this is so pretty! :)

CHANEL bodysuit

What do you think about bodysuit?  Do you own any or want to try, or you are already an expert of wearing bodysuit?  Please share your thoughts with us!

 

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Top 7 Beaches in Australia – Where to show off your swimwear this summer season

How lucky for the beach lovers in Australia that there are so many wonderful natural resources around! No matter which states you are (apart from the center of the vast land), you are hours within the closest beach and dipping into the water is not a dream at all!

Let’s check out a few gems in Australia and get our gears ready!

Bondi Beach, Sydney

One of the famous beaches in Australia, conveniently locates 20 mins drive from Sydney city center. Due to the weather in Aussie land is always favored by the nature, Bondi beach has been always packed by tourists and locals who love the sun. Especially in warmer days. For your information, the 16th installment of Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi opens from Oct. 18th till Nov.4th – 113 sculptures overall will make the beach a even more exciting place to visit!

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New Swimwear Spotted at New York Fashion Week – Tommy Hilfiger…

New York Fashion Week has attracted every fashion lover’s attention this week, later will be diverted to London, Milan and Paris.  Oh, I love this September… Eye candy for my eyes.  haha…

We spotted quite a number of interesting swimwear from New York Fashion Week, some from upcoming new designers, some from experienced famous designers…  fame is not everything, you will definitely figure out some trend for the coming seasons – jump on the fashion bandwagon and enjoy the ride!

From Katie Gallagher’s 2013 RTW show, we saw her interpretation of street style of swimwear, with the zest style cover up (not really fully covered, more of a decorative item) – you can see that V-neck and cut out are key elements being portrayed in the design.

 

Tommy Hilfiger’s show has given a cheerful interpretation of Americana attitude. With the usage of the modern fisherman knits style & seafaring look, with oversize jackets, trousers, stripes, clean colors, you can imagine the clear water, blue sky and snow white clouds on the beautiful boats.  The swimwear collection adopts the wavy prints based on the inspiration of sea waves & clean cut light color swim suits with strings and belt buckles as the embellishment, very Refreshing!

Tommy Hilfiger Swimwear at New York Fashion Week

Tommy Hilfiger 2013 Swimwear at New York Fashion Week

We will report more as more designers revealing their new thoughts and inspirations.  So Excited!

Let us know what you think and what you like the best.

 

 

 

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Cover Ups’ Time is Here!

It’s already September, for all the northern hemisphere beach goers, weather is getting chilly. Our team remind you – while still having fun in the water or on the beach, be careful not to catch cold.  So the cover ups become our best friends now.  They are beautiful, light, sexy and the most important for your health – prevent you getting too cold. ;)

Let’s have a look of a few top voted cover ups now —

Mara Hoffman Cocoon Cover Up Tunic

White color is always one of the favorite colors on the beach. This 100% cotton wide-neck gauze cover-up features a 5-button closure, on-seam hip pockets.   The ruching at cuffs and domain sleeves make you look like part of royal family.

 

River Island Orange Ethnic Print Maxi Kaftan

If you want to cover more, no problem-  the full length maxi kaftan will be your best choice. Look at this River Island Maxi kaftan,  it’s crafted in semi sheer, lightweight chiffon with a contrast Ethnic print design. V-neckline, wide draped sleeves with an open design through the sides, maxi length to the floor – all contribute to the fact that you are all covered!

 

L*Space Ava Beach Poncho

Love to appear mysterious?  Then this black scoop-neck jersey poncho will be the one for you!   The beautiful fringe at the hem and cuffs,  Long sleeves and Semi-sheer black color design, will make everyone lost in your smile. :)

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What is Facekinis? New Trend?

New News! Facekinis?!

In Qingdao (a beautiful beach city), China, a new trend of swimwear has been spotted.  Apparently not appreciated by me, but many Chinese women chose this way to  protect heir skin from the UV rays at the beach while enjoying what the summer can offer worry-free.

People call these masks “facekinis,” such a new thing this summer, but so far still within the boarder of China, where pale skin represents beauty and wealth.  Tanned skin, on the other hand, represent labor work and poverty.   From the photos, you can also see many people pair their facekinis with a long-sleeved shirt or swimsuit to ensure maximum protection in the water.

The mask doesn’t really flattering one’s look, leaving only the wearer’s eyes, nose and mouse exposed, so much so like what the robbers in the movies look like. However, the power of pursuing beauty is much stronger than temporary fanny scene. I guess.  Also there are many people do the same thing, so no big deal.

A lot of people bought their facekinis online, these only cost between $2.40 to $4,  with multiple designs & color, as well as sizes.

What do you think?  Are you going to wear facekinis?

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Nail the Swimwear Trend #5 Sequins

If you like sparkling clothing or accessories, you are not alone.  One of the biggest hit on the beach or pool side this season and will continue to next season is Sequins Swimwear. 

IF you are bold, go with sequins all over; if you just want a bit sparkling, can choose sequins as decorative element on the top or bottom.  Sequins can go with all colors & embellishment like beads, crystals etc.

Just Cavalli Sequin Triangle Bikini
Just Cavalli sequins bikini set. Classic sexy triangle cups, halterneck straps, a tie closure to the back, matching hipster briefs.  Sequin embellishment to the cups and front of the briefs.  Cute, eh?!

 

Gabriella Rocha, Maeve Bikini
Gabriella Rocha Maeve Bikini  show off your cheeky style on the beach!  The classic sliding triangle top with sparkly sequins will attract enough attention.  White bead in the middle to calm the heat a bit.  matching briefs without sequins to accentuate all the heat up.

 

ASOS Crochet Sequin Beach Cover Up
If you don’t want the sequins feeling or look on bikini or one piece swimwear, try the sequin cover up!  This cute Crochet Sequin Beach Cover Up is crafted in an open crochet knit.  Generous scooped V-neckline with a reinforced trim makes it easy to slip on and off, sequined embellishments are the highlight of the whole piece – shine in your own way!

 

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Nail the Swimwear Trends #4 Print Swimsuit

Apart from solo color swimwear, print swimsuits have been the most common type. However, it has been the most long lasting and inspiring one for most designers. 

All kinds of prints can look awesome if designed well.  Swimwear gives designers a broad canvas to express their artistic feeling and experiment on different materials, with various styles.  The most seen and something you want to consider to include for the upcoming season are floral, tribal, geometrical and animal prints.   Some popular prints include leopard, python, zigzags, stripes, kaleidoscopic and city views.
We Are Handsome Panel One Piece
This strapless beautiful rose-print one-piece swimsuit features romantic rose print all over, exposed back zip to keep the suit in place while you are in the waves. Removable halter straps tie behind neck. The product is made in Australia.

 

Cia Maritima Deep V Cut Out Swim Suit
Sexy animal print swimsuit by Cia.Marítima . Look at the bold animal print – wild and sexy! The deep v-neckline with a wrap front design, ruching to the waist with pyramid stud detailing, and an open back with a cross over strap design.  Easy fit and suitable for attractive ladies. :)

 

Eberjey Francine Ikat Love Bikini
This ikat-print bandeau bikini is like the lotus from the water, clean & refresh! The color contrast with the print can perfectly show off your beautiful tanned skin!

So, don’t hesitate anymore.  Print swimwear won’t be out of fashion scene ever. If you are not wearing it this summer, grab one for the next!

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Nail the Swimwear Trends #3 Bandeau

I trust that you have seen quite a lot Bandeau swimwear collections this season.  Bandeau bikinis look amazing on ladies with small(er) breasts.  If you have big busts, be cautious to try them (for safety concern since good support is not what bandeau tops are good at).   Similarly Bandeau one pieces are hot too,  but beware to try them before you buy the beautiful swimsuits because you don’t want to just look at them on the hangers all the time, you want to wear them!

Mara Hoffman Beaded Bandeau Bikini
Black Bikini set with bead details.  The bandeau top features beading between the ruched cups. Boning at sides. Detachable spaghetti straps tie behind neck. The matching bottom features beading at the sides.  Simple but elegant.

 

Zimmermann Charmer Ruched V Wire Bikini

Mermaid is here! The padded bandeau top features a metal V inset at the ruched cups. Buckle closure at back. Simple matching brief enjoy the same feminine tulip color.  Sleek and romantic!

 

L*Space Love Affair Lola Bandeau Bikini
This lace-print bandeau bikini top features a lovely twist detail between the cups. Ruching and boning at sides and tie closure at back. Matching brief with white block on the side.  Very girlish romantic feeling is brought out from the styling.

 

Marc by Marc Jacobs Cleo Print Bandeau Maillot

This mixed-print Marc by Marc Jacobs one-piece tank suit features ruching at the cups and boning at the sides.  The bandeau top part and the fluro multi colors portrayed very unique vintage flavor and flirty feel.

 

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Nail the Swimwear Trends #2 – Vintage Inspiration

Since the hottest TV series “Mad Men” swamped across the globe,  vintage style fashion has got most popular than ever ever!  Vintage-inspired shoes,  clothes, jewelry can be seen all over the place.  And all the stylish women still chase the retro steps to expect more to come. 

In terms of swimwear – vintage inspired styles have a few pointers to note — bikinis with high waist bottom; one piece swimwear with halters or vintage floral prints or Hawaiian prints; Shirred sides that flattering waist and hips part; Full cupped tops and a bit boy bottoms.

Mara Hoffman Ladder High Waisted Bikini
Vintage inspired bikini set.  Fuller covered triangle top features cutouts and ruching at the cups. High-waist bottoms feature cutouts at the back. Multi-color retro prints set you to think, relax and enjoy.

 

Rebecca Manning Swim Suit With Vintage Rose Print
Rebecca Manning’s beautiful retro swimsuit. Crafted in a smooth, stretch fabric. Typical retro elements include a halterneck tie fastening, vintage style floral prints, ruched detailing to sides, with a low cut to legs, and a high back.  Held your head high walking around the pool and appreciate all the admiring staring.

 

ASOS Vintage Hawaiian Print Reversible Triangle Bikini Top
Try to be a bit low keythis triangle bikini top features an all over photo collage and reversible zig zag print design, contrast zig zag trims, halterneck ties, and an adjustable tie back.  Very retro, very cool.

Are you a vintage style lover?  Let us know what kind of retro swimwear you liked the best.

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Nail the Swimwear Trends #1 – Ruffles

While we are lingering a bit sadly around the corner of 2012 summer, to explore the every possibility to enjoy the summer a bit more… let’s look at the swimwear again.  Due to the timing, more and more swimsuits will be put on a bit more sale, so what are you going to choose if you want to get ready for next year. Or going to southern atmosphere (like Australia or tropical island Phuket, Bali) during northern atmosphere winter to continue enjoy the warm weather and beautiful beaches!!!

Bikini Trend 1: Ruffled swimwear

Ruffle treatment adds a lot of femininity in swimsuits.  Ruffled bikinis and ruffled swimsuits have started become popular this season and will continue for next season.

There are a few distinctive styles – single layer ruffle, multiple layer ruffles and big ruffles, one piece ruffled swimsuit.

Mara Hoffman Ruffle Bustier Bikini
Mara Hoffman Ruffle Bustier Bikini - top features a ruffle overlay and lightly padded underwire cups.  Simple matching coral brief makes the whole set chic and sleek, making the ruffles on top standing out more.

 

Heidi Klein Koh Samui Bandeau BikiniThis Heidi Klein Koh Samui bandeau bikini set has multi-layer ruffles.  The  python-print shows off the wild side of the design, however, the coral/orange color has injected more feminine feel, reaching a sweet balance.

 

Tavik Swimwear Bronco
This tie-dye bikini top features a big size ruffle overlay and an elastic band, spaghetti straps.  Matching brief, low cut, showing off the waist more than the top part.

 

Juicy Couture Ruffle Swimdress
This sweet  Juicy Couture Ruffled swimdress is very figure challenging. If you are not 100% confident about your body type, don’t try it too early.  However, it’s really sweet and pretty, you are temped to put it on as soon as you can.  The swimwear features a bandeau neckline with removable halter strap, a fitted main with a ruched design, and tiered ruffle detailing to the bottom, in a soft, stretch finish.

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Liz Hurley Shows She is Still Gorgeous in Swimwear PhotoShoot

If you think 47 years of age is too old to wear bikinis to look sexy, think again!

Liz Hurley just finished her photoshoot for her new 2013 swimwear collection & beach collection.  Close to 50, she still looks amazing, much younger than the women at her age.   You can see the grace, the maturity, the elegance as well as the confidence.

Her body looks stunning, you can’t tell the mark of the time in it.  She posed with her boobs without bra in a turquoise kaftan embellished with silver sequins (which is definitely a trend for next year, we will talk about it later posts)

The shot of her lining towards a flower-covered stone wall in  figure-hugging orange bandeau dress was one of my favorite.  All her beauty has been exposed without any intention to hide.

Another sexy shot saw Liz Hurley in gold bandeau dress lying on the floor, with smokey eyes and pink lips, looks thoughtful and attractive.

Honestly, the whole collection does tap into the trend in swimwear, however from the limited photos, I didn’t see too much novelty, waiting to see more.

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Keep the Swimwear in Check!

Check is a classic pattern which has been popular for years in the fashion industry.  From Burberry’s inspiring-generations’ checkers to other brands jumping on the bandwagon, all designers have exhausted their heads to find out what are the best trends for check & the great combinations, season after season.

In swimwear category, we are not far away from check either.  Checks can highlight your skin color, help flattering your body shape and the great color will just jump out from the crowds!

Diane von Furstenberg Deianira Print Bikini
This orange-white check print DVF bikini features ruching at the triangle cups on the top.  Spaghetti straps for both tops and bottom.  Doesn’t it look like a fresh fruit in the summer? So appealing!

 

O’Neill Check Bikini With Bead Detail
This O’Neill Bead detail bikini is inspired by the ocean. Featuring a colourful gingham print, bandeau styling with cut-away design to centre front, self-tie halterneck fastening with bead detailing, and a plastic clasp closure to reverse, with low slung hipster briefs featuring double strand design to the sides.  Fresh & energetic!

 

Red Carter Pyramids Bandeau Bikini
This geometric + check -print bandeau bikini features ruffles at the top hem and boning at the sides on the top, and matching bottom with the ruffles on the sides too. Cute, cute, cute!

 

Red Or Dead Scallop Skirted Turquoise Swimsuit
Prefer the One piece swimsuit? Don’t miss out on this belted swimsuit by Red Or Dead.  The contrast check like print design and a flared skirt design from the waist are the two big selling points for this baby!
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Hot Polka Dots Swimwear

All the polka dots are making my eyes dizzy! :)  Just kidding, these dots came back to the fashion scene a few years ago and never gonna leave again.  It’s hotter than ever! 

If you already have a few pieces of coats or shirts with pretty polka dots, don’t miss out the swimwear to splash in the water too!

Red Carter Castaway Bandeau Bikini
This Polka dot print bandeau bikini set features ruching and a U-ring at the cups on top . The matching brief has the tie attached to give something extra sexy.

 

Juicy Couture Pretty Polka Triangle Bikini
This polka-dot triangle bikini top features logo charms at the straps and ruffled trim at the cups.  Slim straps tie at the back. The tiny dots and red color presents strong vintage feel, enjoy the feminine charm that you and everybody else sees and appreciates.

 

OndadeMar Miramar String Bikini
Super cool sexy polka-dot bikini set! The top features ruching and removable padding at the triangle cups. The matching brief has the butterfly bow at the side, sexier, edgier.

 

O’Neill Polka Dot Push-Up Bikini
Enjoy this Push-up bikini by O’Neill with the huge polka dots.  Bit contrast between the size of the dots & the color of the dots with the basic color, plunge ups with underwire support, halterneck styling and self-tie fastenings, and low slung hipster briefs with a wide band design- for you if you like the skirt like design.

 

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Sass & Bide Launches Their Underwear Line, When are We Expecting Swimwear?

Sass & Bide is a edgy fashion brand.  Their dresses, tops and jeans are listed on the best choices among fashionistas.  The brand has just launched a new collection of  underwear line.  Anyone who love laces and prints take note!  Sass & Bide bra and lingeries have plenty of  palazzo stripe and leopard print;  combined lace with mesh and cut-outs which make the whole collection very feminine and sexy.  Neutral color range see ivory, black navy and citrus.  The price range is about bra $50, undie $30.

When do you think Sass & Bide will launch their swimwear line?

I think might be pretty soon. :)

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Kim Kardashian Swimwear Show in Miami

Saw the picture of Kim Kardashian having a relaxed time with Jonathon on Miami beach… she is in an Agent Provocateur bikini.  Look quite pretty…

But I am not sure why she didn’t wear some swimsuit of her own design.

Here are a series of Kim Kardashian swimsuits she released in March this year.












The Kardashian sisters even pose for the ad. together.

What are we expecting from next year’s collection, dear Kim? Maybe more bandage inspired design, like the ones from Agent Provocateur? Keep it up!

 

 

 

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One Piece Swimsuit – Keep You Stylish & Safe in the Ocean

While I was at the Phuket for holiday, went to the beach every day.  Low season, the water was quite rough.  When I was jumping with the wave, there was a common scene (including all the female friends there), the bikini tops and briefs sometimes were flipped by the strong water, and your private part probably got a big chance to be exposed! Luckily there were not so many people around and we are not celebrities to attract the unnecessary shots!  However, this made me think again – maybe bikini is never suitable for the water, literally.

I changed to the one-piece swimsuit and all problem solved!

Like a lot of women changed their bikini  to one piece due to 1) bikini is not flattering of the body  2) one piece made an amazing come back this year  3) one piece has more ways to play with these day with the outstanding design

 

Juicy Couture Poppy Print Cut Out Suit

One Piece Swimsuit by Juicy Couture  -  all-over poppy print,  a medium size keyhole at the front with frill trim, cut-out panels to the wides to show off the waist, cross-over halneck straps and an open back with double tie fastening and metal disc embellishment. lovely & sexy.

 

Diane von Furstenberg Noa One Piece

This DVF one-piece swimwear is like a high fashion piece. It features an elastic inset and a cutout between the lightly padded underwire cups. The removable belt adds so much character and fashion sense into it.  Shine!

 

Mikoh Laguna One Piece
Prefer the classic black?  This halter one-piece swimsuit features pintuck details, triangle cups, and cutout sides. Open back. Halter strap ties behind neck.  Ask the wave to come over and over, your swimsuit wont’ move a bit!

 

Thayer Fringe One Piece
Like some more decorations?  The most ‘IN’ fringe of this halter one-piece swimwear will meet your needs.  Straps tie behind neck and at open back.  Pink and purple color irregular dots will show off your tanned skin to another level!

 

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Classic: Black & White Swimwear

When we say something is classic, that means it’s not a fad, it will last longer than you can imagine. Black & White combination is the classic of classic, so whenever you can’t decide what color swimsuits to wear, pick one black & white, you will never go wrong.

 

Lisa Marie Fernandez The Daphne Maillot
Swim with attitude! This two-tone one-piece swimsuit features a stand-up collar. Oversized zip closure and neoprene panel at front.  Black & white classic design make you a queen in the pool.

 

Lisa Marie Fernandez The Lauren Bikini
When you are tired with the bright color bikinis, go to to basic & classic.  This black & white  two-tone bandeau top features boning at the sides and an exposed zip at the front.  Solid black bottoms force eye attention on the top.

 

Vix Swimwear Betsey Bia Bikini 
Walk & swim like a supermodel! This black and white two-tone bikini offers classic design and best cut!  With long hair down, you are sure to turn heads on the beach…

 

Sunseeker Tribal Print Cut Out One Piece
Prefer black and white entwined pattern rather than big block color? Try this  swimsuit by Sunseeker.  A halterneck design, plunge neckline with a contrast bound edge, a monochrome tribal print, cut out inserts to the sides, gold-tone bead detailing and a full cut brief to reverse.  Classic with character!

 

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Syncronize Swimming Team Eye on Fashion – Fancy Swimsuits

London 2012 Olympics have been catching the eyes of the whole world this past 12 days.  The outfit that worn by athletes generate more buzz, especially among fashion conscious crowds. 

Let’s look at the syncronize swimming teams’ swimsuits making splash in London - these girls have the freedom to choose the most creative outfit among all… so they didn’t let us down either.

Russia team - sequin-encrusted images of the King of Pop Michael Jackson!  How brilliant!

Russian Syncronize Swimming Team Swimwear in London

Austria Team -  the pattern probablly come from peacock, but I personally don’t like it too much

Austrian Syncronize Swimming Team Swimwear in London

 

Brazilian Team –  Mixed with color block and and prints, good design.

Brazilian Syncronize Swimming Team Swimwear in London

Britain Team – One of my favorites, leaf prints cover private parts of body, the other parts are transparent, unique and pretty!

British Syncronize Swimming Team Swimwear in London

 

China Team – not bad design, but not too much special.

Chinese Syncronize Swimming Team Swimwear in London

 

France Team – leaverage blue and white color, meaning water and form in a wavy arrangement, beautiful.

French Syncronize Swimming Team Swimwear in London

 

Japan Team – Similar design inspiration with French outfit, but honestly, I prefer the Japan outfit a bit more.

Japanes Syncronize Swimming Team Swimwear in London

 

Korea Team – Interesting patterns, however, I think the color is a bit too similar with the skin color, didn’t stand out.

Korean Syncronize Swimming Team Swimwear in London

 

Switzerland Team – A bit plain design, but using the different shades of green is quite refreshing.

Switzerland Syncronize Swimming Team Swimwear in London

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HOT White Summer Glamour

White color is never gonna out of fashion scene. NEVER!  When you are on the beach, appreciating your tanned olive toned skin, what color swimsuit would add points to it?  -  White! Because it will create great contrast between the materila and your skin, and highlight the skin tone.

We dig out a few beautiful, hot, white swimsuits here, let’s look at them one by one –

Juicy Couture Solid Ruched Halter Swimsuit
Juicy Couture ruched halter swimsuit.  Streamlined from top to bottom as long fit,  however a ruched panel to the front with a double breasted gold-tone button design adds character and vintage feel to the swimwear.  Sweet and stylish.

 

Shoshanna White Diamond Ruffle Triangle Bikini
To expose a bit more skin – wear bikini! This Shoshanna White Diamond Ruffle Triangle Bikini set features a diamond pattern on top. Lovely ruffles at the edge of triangle cups & beaded straps tie behind neck and at back and on the side of brief.

 

Melissa Odabash India Bikini
I always believe sexy and cute can coexist. Open-knit Melissa Odabash India Bikini set. Bandeau top features a knot detail between the ruched cups. Bottoms feature a ruffle at the waistband as a small skirt. Very cute design & the short length make the whole look extremely sexy too.

 

L*Space, Stardust Fringe One Piece
Bohemian style is very in this summer.  Look at this popular L*Space Stardust Fringe One Piece.  The minute you get to the beach, onlookers won’t be able to take their eyes off how smoking you look in this captivating L*Space suit.  Deep plunging V-neck accented by bohemian style fringe.  Make a bold statement and shine!
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Splash the Water Like a Princess

Princess like summer too? Of course.  Summer is a great time to get intimate with water, blue sky and golden beach.  It’s a great time to show off the body you have maintained, trimmed and cared for the past winter and spring… For all the lovely girls who have “princess” in their hearts, the party time with water adds more romance than anything else… The choice of pretty swimwears are many –

The trend of princess’ styles focus on light, candy colors, ruffles, sparkling decorations, butterfly bows, etc.

Shoshanna Gingham Ruffle Bandeau Bikini
This checkered baby pink Shoshanna Gingham bikini set features ruching between the underwire cups.  Ruffle overlay for the top and the matching brief.  Pure love, Pure fun.

 

Heidi Klein Bali Bow Bikini
This textured cream color bikini set features a bow between the cups & folding on the top part of the matching brief.  If you are happy to shoe the contrast for your skin, this one is a great choice for you.

 

Juicy Couture Pretty Polka Ruffle Bandeau Bikini
This mixed-print Juicy Couture bandeau bikini set features tiered ruffles at the cups & on top of the matching brief. Cute  tomato as main color base, with jumping dots & white ruffles, so lovely.  You are the real princess in the water!

 

Juicy Couture Majestic Pearl Bandeau Bikini
Tired of being portrayed as sweetie all the time but want to shoe off a bit edgy coolness?  Put on this bandeau bikini top & matching brief featureing ruching and faux pearls at the cups & pearl belts respectively.  Shine through! You will definitely turn heads! Don’t feel overwhelmed!

 

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Megan Gale with Her Swimwear Line Isola

Megan Gale – the Australian super model,  David Jone’s  embassordor, she also launched her own swimwear line called “Isola” which means “Island” in Italian in 2010.  The name came from Gale’s love of favourite Italian islands – Capri, Ischia, Sardinia, Ponza… Now already 2 years in market, she is confident as ever, promoting new & innovative collections every year.

The Chic, sophisticated, fashion forward collection covers sizes from 8-16; tailored for women in their 30s and 40s and still want to continue to look sexy.  Gale focuses more on the cut and fit to make sure everyone can find something suitable.  She thought that swimwear flattering on the bust and the butt would be something she wants to create. A lot of her collection are full of vibrant colours and watercolour floral prints.  Printed kaftans and maxi-dresses as part of the collection.

Megan Gale with her Isola Swimwear in the studio. (photo credit: Sydney Morning Herald)

Megan Gale intends to keep things simple. Her collection features more bikinis than one piece. Since she likes her customers to mix and matach colors with prints. However she also said she love to see that one piece has made a real great come back recently, which gives me some ‘hint’ in her next collection, we can see some good designs for one piece swimsuit.

Megan, keep moving and waiting to see more lovely swimwear from you!

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Olympics Inspiration – Sporty Swimwear on Trend

With all the 2012 London Olympics getting more competitive, the swimming and diving teams have made every audience and fan excited, the sporty swimwear has jumped on the hottest fashion stage.  If you hang out by the beach or the pool side this summer, make sure to pick one sporty swimsuit to suit the occasion or just enjoy yourself. 

While you are choosing the sporty swimwear, remember the material, the stripes, cut and colors are all making the difference.

Mara Hoffman Stripe & Embroidered Longline Bikini
Stripes express the movement.  A monochrome stripe print and seam detailing, a longline underband with a bold geometric print are the highlights for this set of swimwear.  Don’t you think you can swim more confidently in these? :)

 

Red Carter Glam Alien One Piece
This black one-piece sporty swimwear features cutouts at the front, back, and sides. Ruching and boning at sides and hook-and-eye closure at the back.  The strappies show off your body figure and offer the visual effect of fast movement.

 

Marc by Marc Jacobs Mona Paisley Reversible Cutout Maillot

Project some summer love and culture influence to your swimwear. This one-shoulder, reversible print Marc by Marc Jacobs one-piece features a cutout at the side.  The color of Dusty Sage/Lucid Aqua give it a extreme feminine touch.

 

Lisa Marie Fernandez The Genevieve Bikini
Be a super women, swim super fast! Neoprene bikini set make you swim with less resistence from water. No accessories, no rouchings, just plain, lovely simple design.

Get the look and be the super star in your own skin! Check out more swimsuits at
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New Speedo Shines in London 2012 Olympics

As we talked about before, Speedo is a famous brand for performance swimwear.   The well known swimwear brand’s  full-body LZR Racer swimming outfit attracted too much of controversy during the 2008 Beijing Olympics for giving the wearers an unfair competitive advantage. Many swimmers, including Michael Phelps had broken 40 world’s records since the suit’s debut.  The Fédération Internationale de Natation (FINA) described the suit technological equivalent of doping.

That is not the end. Speedo developed a new suit for the 2012 London Summer Olympics that implements the ‘Fastskin3′ Racing System to reduce drag during the game.

The Fastskin3 Racing System consists of three individual parts: the suit, cap and goggles based on fluid dynamics and structural engineering simulations. When you wear them all,  it is claimed to eliminate passive drag by up to 16.6% and active drag by as much as 5.2%.

Speedo FASTSKIN3 Super Elite triple shark super-elite goggles
 
Accurate global 3D head scan data, Speedo, FASTSKIN3 Super Elite triple shark super elite goggles provide no more than a match for the comfort and leak-proof, for goggles aesthetics and technology and wrote a new definition. The unique intelligent adjustment ring and goggles with a streamlined design will help improve the lines of the head of the swimmers, the partial pressure decreased by 63.4%, much to avoid the risk of swimming goggles shift. Goggles at the same time has deep water telescope mirror, can provide both sides of the 180 ° wide field of vision.

Speedo FASTSKIN3 Super Elite triple shark super elite swimwear

Mounted super elite swimwear for the Speedo FASTSKIN3 Super Elite triple shark compression range (3D Zoned Compression) materials combined with innovative 3D shape for the swimmers to one of the most performance but also increase the size of the water is moving, surface friction effectively reduced by 2.7%. This system adopts the revolutionary Hydro K-Zone 3D fabric, strength and high compression with and help achieve the best body type of the flow line. Plus for the shoulder and swimwear connected to the bit Pulse-Flex material, while providing one-way high flexibility while maintaining strong pressure.

Body stability Web

Body Stability Web to provide greater stability, thus improving posture and effective order of the paddlers began to move and transfer pool action energy to improve by 3%. Smart regulation men’s swimming trunks so that the body is more flat, and solve the problem of a general belt-derived water resistance.

FASTSKIN3 triple shark is divided into three different levels of swimmers what they want: Super Elite, is designed for professional athletes, Elite Pro is suitable for intermediate swimmers for senior swimmers.

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Hot Swimwears from Miami Fashion Week

Summer = sun, beach, ice cream + beautiful swimwear.    For the fashion lovers. the past weekend at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in Miami was a enormous feast to the fashion appetite.   Apparent trend you can see: 1) Style wise there is no younger or older age difference, but colors & fabrics do  2) One piece swimwear definitely is hot hot hot, but be careful to choose a shape and design suits you  3)Geometric design, animal print, tribal print elements are very IN  4) Swimwear accessories are rising in popularity, wear some cover up, scarf and even vest to walk around the beach and pool, you surely will turn heads around. :)

We spotted many innovative, creative designs worth clapping, let’s have a quick look now -

Caffe Swimwear

BCBGMAXAZARIA Swimwear

Poko Pano Swimwear

Poko Pano Swimsuit

Red Carter Swimwear

Red Carter Swimsuit

Let us know what you think, which one do you like better?

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Pick of the Day

Given the hype of  the colorblock piece in Fashion – including shoes, clothing, bags, accessories, sunglasses.. almost everything.  The sexiest swimwear of course wont miss the trend.

Today we give the pick of honor to VPL Gold Cartography Bikini.  A few cold color tones combine together in a seemingly random way but well balanced, it will be a great visual support for the nicely tanned skin. Take note! :)

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Stella McCartney’s new Lingerine Line – “Stella”

Stella McCartney is one of my favorite designer.  Her style is simple classic, approachable and practical.   Great news that for all McCartney’s fans –  She is going to release a selection of lower priced lingerie line this August – simply called “Stella”, as a addition to her premium lingerie line.

Stella McCantney New Lingerie line - Cobalt Blue Set

The busy designer talked in the interview that there will be five different bra shapes on offer. All bras include the McCartney’s signature three ring technology, the aim is to make bra straps easy to adjust, I guess that’s every woman’s needs.  The cups are formed of 8mm foam, making them 25 per cent lighter than the average bra (normally 12mm thick). The bras are designed to be almost invisible to the wearer.

Stella McCantney New Lingerie line - Nude Set includes Lace Detailing

Stella McCantney New Lingerie line - Blue/purple Snakeskin Set

The Stella collection also includes plunge and strapless bras.  One version is called  Supernatural, which has no wire at all, similar to the normal seamless bra.

The price range will be:

Bra -  £40 to £45

Brief  - £19 to £22

Looking forward to the launch! :)

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Wear the Bikini with Confidence – Effective Ab Exercises

I know I know I know.  You want to wear bikni around the pool, on the beach, but you still feel a bit lack of confidence about your a bit extra flesh around the tummy.  Don’t be afraid, try these super ab exercise moves, I am sure you will see results in a week! 

No need to go to gyms, no need to use machine,  you only need a yoga mat (if possible), otherwise, you can just exercise on the floor or on the bed (not too soft though)

1. Bicycle on the floor
 

  1. Lie your back and place your hands behind your head, lightly supporting it with your fingers.
  2. Bring the knees to the chest and lift the shoulder blades off the floor without pulling on the neck.
  3. Rotate to the left, bringing the right elbow towards the left knee as you straighten the other leg.
  4. Switch sides, bringing the left elbow towards the right knee.
  5. Continue alternating legs, like you are ride a bicycle.  12-16 reps as one set, do 1-3 sets.

 

2. Vertical leg crunch

  1. Lie on the mat or floor,  extend the legs straight up with knees crossed.
  2. Place your hands behind the head for support, don’t pull the neck. If necessary, can put a cushion under neck.
  3. Contract the abs to lift the shoulder blades off the floor, reaching chest towards the feet.
  4. Keep the legs in a fixed position and imagine bringing your belly button towards your spine at the top of the movement.
  5. Lower and repeat. 12-16 reps as one set, complete 1-3 sets.

 

3. Plank

  1. Lie face down on yoga mat resting on the forearms, palms flat on the floor.
  2. Push off the floor, raising up onto toes and resting on the elbows.
  3. Keep your back flat, from head to heels try to maintain a straight line.
  4. Tilt your pelvis and contract your abs moderately to prevent your rear end from sticking up in the air or sagging in the middle.
  5. Hold for 20 to 60 seconds,  rest and repeat for 3-5 times.

These moves are simple, easy, don’t need too big an effort to achieve but super EFFECTIVE!  Stop complaining about your ab, start doing these exercise today!

In the mean time, Check http://theswimwearblog.com/  to see which bikini you are going to wear in 10 days! :)

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Christina Milian in Sexy Swimwear Splashing Water in Miami

Look at this hot picture of Christina Milian in Swimwear. The 30-year old singer, song writer, actor is in the snake print one-piece swimsuit with very tanned skin, very sexy, happy and joyous!  Enjoying the sun and the beach. 

Want to have the similar print one-piece swimwear?  Check out these options.

Michael Kors Collection Lux Python Cutout Belted Maillot
 

This scoop-neck, python-print one-piece swimsuit features cutout sides. Shiny fabric make the pattern stand out,  small buckle closures at belt detail.  This requires a defined waist, so ladies, keep on your good diet and exercise. We will talk some exercise tips in the next blog post.

 

Jo de Mer Amalia Maillot
 

Simply sexy & elegant! This leopard-print one-piece swimwear features a deep V neck. Lined at front.  Brazil produced swimwear bring you the special exotic feel!

 

Type Z, Kaede Fringed Monokini 
 

Want the similar cut with Christina Milian?  Try this Type Z – Kaede Fringed Monokini!  Frilly fringes make this frisky monokini a fabulous fit for the summer!  Self-tie neck and back for a perfect fit. Dainty beaded accent at the center and Low rise. with cinched back.  Stand out from the blue waves, enjoy the summer to its fullest!

 

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Kim Kardashian in Sexy One Piece Swimsuit in Miami

Kim Kardashian just posted herself in a sexy one piece swimsuit on a yacht in Miami.   It’s very flattering of her curvy figure, I believe ladies who have similar figure could try the similar style.

Kim Kardashian in one-piece swimwear in Miami (source: Twitter)

She was in a black & white stripe high heeled sandals, very pretty, i haven’t figured it out what brand it is.

Maybe not exactly as Kim worn, but here are some one piece black swimsuit you might like -

Wildfox Deep V One Piece Black SwimSuit

 

Zimmermann Drape One Piece Black Swimwear

 

6 Shore Road Coast One Piece Black Swimsuit

Enjoy the sun & show off your beautiful body! If you are not just want to swim for exercise purpose, but also fun, grab some sexy, figure flatter swimsuits at
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The Alice + Olivia Resort 2013 Swimwear

I always love Alice + Olivia Clothes and shoes.  Edgy, stylish, funky – at the first glance you might think their collection is very young, however, from the material & design, you can see they are tailor for the women young at heart and always happy and confident with life.

Today while I checked Alice + Olivia Resort 2013 collection, guess what I found?  One of their swimwear and playsuit design.  A bit lavender, big portion of blue, big portion of white… the colors simply splashed on the fabric, so casual, so relax and so peaceful… With beach hat and the oversize bangles… love it!

Alice + Olivia Resort 2013 Swimsuit & Playsuit

I know Alice + Olivia is not a big swimwear brand, however this time, the design shines through… :)

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Kate Moss’s One Piece Swimsuit

Kate Moss is also agree that one piece swimwear is very in,  she was spotted with her husband Jamie Hince having fun on their expensive yacht and dived into the water in  St Tropez, south of France.

Kate was wearing a one piece black swimsuit, Jamie Hince worn the matching brief with his wife.

Kate Moss & Jamie Hince jumped off the yacht together

 

Trying to find similar one piece black swimsuit like Kate Moss?  Our editor picked a few for your reference:

ASOS Tab Front Bandeau Swimsuit
This black bandeau swimsuit features a strapless bandeau neckline, tabbed design with ruching to the front, seamed band under the bust, a seamless main and a full cut brief.  simple,straight forward, sexy.

 

Freya Supernova Bandeau Swimsuit
This Freya swimsuit features a bandeau neckline with contrast trim, a wide, contrast belt to a low waist with logo detail to the buckle, belt loops, a high cut to the legs.  Very chic, stylish and sexy!

 

ONE by Down the Garden Path One Piece

Even more sexier? Try this exceptional crocheted one-piece features a tie at the front keyhole and removable padding at the cups. Side cutouts and sheer bodice panels show off your well maintained body. It is really one of a kind!

 

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When it Gets Chilly on the beach… think about cover-up, caftan…

When we are happily talking about the one-piece swimwear, bikini, tankini, etc.  and our summer holiday trips, one thing to remember – you also need to pack something a bit longer, bigger and warmer with you. Just in case you get cold after swim, or lying on beach till evening, the wind won’t be too pleasant and most importantly, you don’t want to get sick, which will definitely ruin your well planned holiday!

So.  Think something like cover ups, caftan, capes,  even silk jumpsuit or playsuit.

Nookie Beach Eco Cropped Front Cape
This beach cape is crafted in a lightweight, semi-sheer fabric.  It has the cropped style at the front, a racer back and full maxi length at the back, this style has gained a lot of popularity since last year, I recommend you wear it with matching color swimsuit or bikini, given your brief will be exposed.  But it’s super cool when you walk on the beach. :)

 

Ted Baker Beach Jumpsuit With Rose Bug Print
If you don’t want to worry too much about the cloth being blown away by the wind, this is a good choice.  It is crafted in a sheer chiffon fabric with a rose floral print with wide cut trousers and a fitted elasticated cuff.  fun and pretty.

 

Theodora & Callum Palm Springs Caftan

This zebra-print gauze caftan is crafted in semi sheer material,  features a V neck and back with draping at short kimono sleeves.

 

Shoshanna blue and yellow ‘Balinese Ikat’ print silk sarong cover-up
 

Jumpsuit might be fun, but not as feminine as the long cover up which shares the same functionality.  Look at this beautiful blue, yellow, green Lightweight ‘Balinese Ikat’ patterned sheer silk chiffon, you will get too much attention there…

 

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Must Have: One Shoulder Swimsuit

One Shoulder swimwear always remind me of Greek goddess in the swimming pool…  So you know that they look classy, elegantly flirtatious – so iI guess that’s a good thing. 

The one shoulder feature is not limited to one piece swimsuit, they can be used on bikinis and monokinis as well,  so you can say that One Shoulder feature is a rising trend for everyone, no matter what body type you are.  One shoulder swimwear kinda of assure your that the similar wardrobe malfunction like falling off the chest wont’ be happen as the strapless swimsuit.

Let’s check out some one shoulder swimsuits for a start.

Gottex bondi blue ‘Katalist’ one shoulder one-piece swimsuit
 

Bondi Blue Solid matte stretch nylon Asymmetric neckline – simple, straight forward, beautiful blue color with your natural or tanned skin, what a great picture on the beach!

 

MICHAEL Michael Kors, Shimmer Solids One Shoulder Maillot
 

MICHAEL Michael Kors – Shimmer Solids One Shoulder Maillot with the gold-tone ring detail – you definitely will look like a tanned goddess!

 

Mouillé Kera One Shoulder Draped Frill Bikini Top
 

Look no further than this beautiful one shoulder bikini top by Mouillé.  The draped frill embellishment adds endless femininity, be prepared for all the compliment or probably free cocktails… ;)

Remember: Everyone needs a one shoulder bikini, one shoulder one piece swimsuit, or one shoulder monokini in their life.. so don’t wait for the next summer, buy it now!

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This summer I want to go…

The weather is nicer and nicer, although hot, I guess that what summer is about… :)   Hot scorching sun, we sweat,  we jump into the cold water, we drink beer and cocktail, we eat icecream…  

What I want to do is to travel to all the beautiful summer destinations, exploring the world and share the happiness with everyone that I love.

Beautiful colorful houses and their reflection in water 

Stunning Honfleur harbour - Normandy, France

 

Famous Bird’s Nest Stadium, built for 2008 Olympics

Beijing National Stadium, a.k.a the Bird's Nest

 

It’s a joy to just watch the Chillon Castle on a sunny day…

Famous Chillon Castle at Geneva lake, Switzerland

 

Emerge yourself in the mix of tradition and the sensational view

Black Dragon Pool, Heillongtan ShangriLa China

 

Taj Mahal, one of the best in the world, amazingly beautiful…

Taj Mahal, Agr, India

 

The list goes on…

As long as I can go to one of the above this summer, I would be so happy already…

How about you? what is your travel destination this summer?

oh, don’t forget to take your favorite swimsuit with you!

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Happy Birthday, Bikini!

Today is the Bikini day! 

French designer Louis Reard unveils a daring two-piece swimsuit on July 5, 1946,  at the Piscine Molitor, a popular swimming pool in Paris.

How do you define a bikini?  Louis’ idea is  - if both pieces could be pulled through a wedding ring, it was a bikini, not a bathing suit or other type of women swimwear.  That’s so true!  But i bet it also depends on the fabrics, these days, some fabric might give much more weight than another.

In celebration of this big day in Fashion, we present here some hot bikinis picked by our editors.

Seafolly Limited Edition Phoenix Print Bandeau Bikini Set
Seafolly Bikini features a lovely contrast, tropical print, bandeau bikini top, gathered soft cups with boning for support, twist detail to the center with matching briefs. This bikini set will put you in a dreamland in a hot summer day…

 

Diane von Furstenberg Deianira Bikini 

This DVF print bikini sets are as sweet as a fresh apple in the spring, a piece of watermelon in summer, a slice of peach in autumn and a spoon of icecream in winter. :)

 

L*Space Italia Bikini 
 

This sexy L*Space colorblock triangle bikini set is a must have for the summer: tiny – doesn’t take a lot of the space in your purse (really can go through the ring).  The color combination is sexy but rosy, romantic with a bit of edge.

 

Indah Chali Bandeau Bikini 
 

This Indah Chali double-layered bandeau bikini top & matching brief is great for someone who lives glittering options and silky fabric on swimsuits.

 

Happy birthday Bikini!

 

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Bondage Inspired One-piece Swimsuits

Another point I want to make based on the Stephanie Rice swimwear incidence is that the bondage inspired one-piece swimsuits are making a comeback this year.  There will be more cut out tank style rather than little string bikinis which cut in your skin. If you want to grab the trend of swimsuits 2012,  continue to read.

One-piece swimwear is getting more popular, however, but with various twists, they might look even more sexy than bikinis.

From a lot of new season designers’ collections, you can see quite a number of gold rings and ropes strapped around the pelvis part- bondage like swimwear is quite popular, but after the hype of S and M novel ’50 Shades of Grey’, they got even more popular.

Versace, Jean Paul Gaultier &  Herve Leger are the masters of the bondage designs.

Let’s see some bondage inspired swimsuits that you can find on our website.

Maaji Cut Out Mix Print Suit
First look at this swimwear, you might find it has a lot of element and don’t know where to focus, however, after a few looks, you will find the logic. The  contrast mixed print design with ruched cross front straps,  a tear drop keyhole detail, a floral printed bust, cut away sides, an open back, everything makes sense.

 

Red Or Dead Bridget Cut Out Swimsuit
This vintage style Red or Dead swimsuit features a graphic abstract logo pattern, with a halter top, featuring a tie to the neck and a clasp to the back, with cutaway sides and full cut vintage style briefs.

ASOS Mesh Lattice Suit
This lattice effect swim suit is crafted in a soft stretch fabric. Featuring a tie-up halterneck, shaped cups with a contrast mesh lattice overlay, front and side cut-out panels, a high cut to the leg and a tie fastening to reverse
Juicy Couture Chain Print Cut Out Suit
Juicy Couture’s cut-out swim suit features an all over gold chain print design with a plunging neckline, halterneck tie straps and gold-tone chain detailing to the centre, cut-out sides with chain inserts to the side straps and an open back with a hook clasp closure to the reverse.  I am sure you will have a good looking tan line! :)

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Speedo Spirit – Olympics 2012 is just around the corner!

After writing about the Stephanie Rice’s incidence,  I could not help writing a bit about Speedo.

A lot of people mistaken that Speedo as American brand, actually Speedo was born on famous Bondi Beach, Australia in 1928.   Over the years, Speedo has became the world’s top-selling swimwear brand.  Unlike a lot of other swimsuits brands, Speedo’s fame is built on the competitive swimming sports, not as leisure fashion.  One interesting fact is more Olympic Gold Medals have been won in Speedo swimwear than any other brand.

American World Champion Michael Phelps wore Speedo when he made history in Beijing Olympic 2008, winning eight gold medals and rewriting the record books.  As Phelps’ belief in Speedo’s history of innovation and quality, the mission to deliver the best swimming performance.

I was much influenced by Speedo’s spirit too.  I own 2 Speedo swimsuits, swim cap and goggle respectively.  I just wish myself can swim better! :)

Check the Speedo swimwear listed on the swimwear blog -

Speedo, Mighty Python Flyback Suit

Highlights:  beautiful snake prints, Xtra Life LYCRA fiber is engineered to have five-ten times more durability than ordinary spandex fabrics;  providing resistance to suntan lotions, skin oils, and chlorine better than conventional fabrics, helping resist against sagging to keep swimwear fitting like new for longer period of time.

 

Speedo, Endurance+ Side Shirred Contourback
 

Highlights:   Slick & chic  design.  Conservative cut provides greater coverage in the leg, neckline and backside for increased modesty. Designed to last longer,  great endurance+ 100% chlorine resistant fabric helps quick drying and  retain its shape swim after swim.
Speedo, Flipturns Extreme Back Laser Cut
 

Highlights:  Firstly, hot pink makes you look really hot! Extreme Back construction has thin shoulder straps that crisscross at the back, creating an exciting, feminine statement against an open back; Endurance Lite fabric delivers four-way stretch, 100% chlorine resistance, and 20 times the durability and color fastness of traditional spandex fabrics; Laser cut openings down sides create resistance and drag to make you work harder during training… If you are keen on performance, then this one is for you!
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Can’t wait for the London Olympic 2012 to start! Counting down…

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1st Time Supermodel Kate Upton not in Swimwear

Swimwear supermodel Kate Upton has just transformed into a high-fashion clothes horse in the July issue of Vogue. See the photo below.  Comparing to her image in my mind, I could not even recognize her from here… very vaguely I can relate to her eyes and nose. With the fully wrapped by Michael Kors and Altuzzura clothes & heavy make up if not computer touch up (Are there any fashion photos for supermodels without Photoshop?)  , I can even say this is not Kate Upton.  But it is.

Kate Upton in Vogue's Profile

Kate Upton has always almost portrayed naked in all her photos (apart from attending some events or shows).  She is Best known for her curvy bikini body and largely self-created Internet phenomenon,  she really grabbed the fame  by leveraging the powers of social media (all internet marketers take note here) – she has about 430,00 Twitter followers, the notorious Cat Daddy YouTube video quickly went viral (anybody worries about the case study of producing a viral video, study this).


Although Victoria’s Secret didn’t appreciate Kate’s figure, commenting as  ’too obvious’ a face & Page 3 girl that everyone can buy with money - Vogue’s  apparently think differently – bet Miss Upton might be very competitive world of high-fashion, at least for the PR value.

Kate Upton said in an interview: ‘People told me I couldn’t be fashion, that I’m just an old-fashioned body girl, only good for swimwear. But I knew that I could bring back the supermodel. What can I say? I’m relatable.’

Fashion designer Michael Kors agrees with Kate, he told the press that Today it’s not enough to have beauty. You have to have personality, be smart and love fashion, or else you’ll disappear quickly.

Some fan argues that Kate being famous and can do all these only thanks to her rich uncle and well connected family. but what we can do in this world?  And Miss Upton is up for it, she did something that maybe a lot of us only talk about but didn’t do or even give it a go.

 

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Stephanie Rice’s swimwear splash

Stephanie Rice in controversial swimwear

Oh well, one of the biggest news on the internet for the sports industry/ fashion industry is the story of Olympics swimming Gold medalist Stephanie Rice (Australia) posted a Twitter photo picturing herself wearing a swimsuit given to her as a birthday present “Thank you to the Gorgeous @elliegonsalves for my birthday @veveswimwear bikini,”  which caused all the controversy followed after. 

The followers of her on Twitter threw out some very negative comments, something like Stephanie Rice brought disgrace to Australian swim team and she should focus on the upcoming Olympics game, etc. etc.  Some also worried that her photo might harm Speedo’s sponsorship for her, but you know what? she doesn’t have relationship with Speedo anymore.  Some also think the cross band under the chest implicate the element of ‘slave’ and ‘racist’ (see how Adidas withdrew their controversial ’slave’ sneakers) , which probably think too far?  I don’t think Stephanie Rice would have ever thought of it.  She is just a simple swimming girl and want some public attention.

It is not the first time Stephanie Rice has posted a revealing self-portrait on social media – in 2008 she  posted her photo wearing police officer’s costume to Facebook.  Another photo she posted on Twitter following breakup with Wallaby player Quade Cooper also raised some eyebrows.  Oh well, I guess that’s her style.  This won’t be the last time either.

She is going to London for the 2012 Olympic in a few days, and hopefully she will focus more on defending her championship now instead of posting bikini photos.  But overall,  to be in a fair position, the swimsuit itself doesn’t look bad at all. :)

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Pily Q Swimwear Resort 2012 Collection Glimpse

I already booked my Phuket holiday, have you? :)  It’s time to get serious with summer fun now! It’s important that you choose a nice swimsuit that suit your body type. Read our post on how to choose swimwear to get rid of all the issues.  And a lot of high fashion designers’ stuff looks a bit intimidating too, not fit into our daily life or beach activities…

Have a look of these beautiful Pily Q swimwear from Barcelona, here are their freshly baked resort 2012 swimwear line –   swimsuits, shorts, hats, accessories, tunic … romantic, feminine and approachable…best of all, they use selected fabrics and materials to ensure comfort and quality. With unique prints, fun colors and ornamental hardware, the beautifully crafted and combined elements give PilyQ its whimsical, feminine yet edgy flair.  If you want something fun, and for daily beach wear, Pily Q is not a bad choice! :)

















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2012 summer trend – swimwear 6 – Color Block

Last post we talked about sea concept swimwear - Beautiful, natural, fresh… This post we are going to talk a very on trend style in 2012, not only in swimwear fashion, but also in general fashion -

Color Block.

Not sure if Andy warhol effect got into all designers’ head, 2012 so far is a year with color blocks, we see so many in women shoes,  clothing, accessories, even the homeware design.

DKNY, Punch Line High Neck Malliot


Get a bit flirty in this cool DKNY maillot – with bold color-blocking stripes, high neckline, adjustable halter strap, elasticized band under bust – the pattern elongate the body, the strips form the curves – you will look much slander!

 

camilla and marc Colorblock Underwire One Piece

This strapless, colorblock one-piece swimwear features a sweetheart neckline and molded underwire cups. The color block combination is interesting and very natural to my eye. Detachable spaghetti straps can be removed or add on anytime you want.  I would put them on actually, current photo looks a bit like mikey mouse for me. lol

 

Cynthia Rowley, High Waisted Color Block Bikini

Make a retro splash with this high waisted, two-piece swimsuit from Cynthia Rowley swimwear.  Orange and Pink color is not a common combination, but there they look awesome. It give me some idea to mix & match my other swimsuit too. Brilliant!

 

Cynthia Rowley Long Sleeve Wet Suit

Wetsuit has no need to be just black or monotone, right? This colorblock neoprene wetsuit features topstitching at the bonded panels.  Very feminine color block combination, different shades of blue with a bit touch of pink, yellow and grey. Love it!

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Chanel Resort 2013 – swimmers

It’s a visual joy to look at the Chanel Resort 2013 collection. 

Karl Lagerfeld is talented and for the result after 12 months planning, her was joyful. He described the show as “Versailles in a Socialist France”, which said it all. With the background of rocks and waves, the sound, the wonderful clothes, what other senses haven’t been satisfied?

Karl Lagerfeld uses formal 18s century details, like fichus and panniers,  recreate them in casual 21 century fabrics—tech denims, plastics—dressed up with frothy lace ruffles and cuffs, and dressed down with short shorts and gold platform trainers.  At some point, it might look a bit strange, but after a while, you won’t anymore – you got the girlish feeling, the exuberant energy, the smell of hot summer.  Lagerfeld said he wanted something floating and frivolous and oh yes, he did achieve that.

I didn’t put the whole collection here, just to our topic - swimwear… these are not really for swim, just for show, for a great show on the beach and by the pool. For you to tan, to walk around, sipping cocktails, to chat with people, to stare, to lose yourself in the beautiful summer days…

 

 

What do you think for Chanel swimmers?

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2012 summer trend – swimwear 5 – Sea

Last post we focus on the floral print swimwear – feminine, lovely and versatile.  Today we will cover the most natural trend and will never be out of fashion… well, they just keep evolving with time!  -

The concept of sea

There are so many colors of sea, on the surface and inside… for most of us, the easiest to see color is blue water… so a lot of sea concept swimwear designs are based on color blue…

ASOS Cut Out Suit In Palm Print

Oh, I can see the sea & beach clearly from this cut-out swimsuit. bandeau styling with a detachable halterneck strap, the beach print is so romantic and make you can’t stop staring… ooooops, maybe it’s time to stop…do you want to grab a drink?

 

River Island Cut Out Stripe Swimsuit

This bold sailor stripe print swimsuit features a scoop neck, a curved cut-out detailing to each side, polished silver-tone clasp detailing – show off you great body in a beach party!

 

Melissa Odabash Bahamas One Piece

This simple blue strapless one-piece features a tube dress overlay. Ruching between cups and at sides.  It’s straight forward, it’s vivid, it’s enticing.

 

Reebok Blue Drifting Seaweed Bandeau Swimsuit

Great blue pattern mix nicely with the black color, fulfill its purpose to visually shrinking the bottom part and enlarge the upper chest, creating the smooth curve of the women body.

 

Matthew Williamson Escape Tropical Rope Knot Column Dress

This blue Jersey maxi dress with green coconut tree print.  It’s fresh, daring and so beautiful.  The dress also features knots and keyhole details at the front and back & Draping at front and sides.  You can wear this for a romantic beach walk, or style with a golden color clutch and platform sandals for a wild pool party…

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La Maison Simons 2012 swimwear collection

The La Maison Simons 2012 beachwear rock the cutest bandeau tops and bikini styles in all possible flirty shades like coral, sapphire blue and other neutral colors.  Browse the photos below, to see which design you can incorporate into your summer wardrobe. 

The Hawaiian floral patterns, Aztec motifs and rainbow colors inject a youthful and versatile vibe into these style creations – it’s another exciting bikini season.

You can even mix and match them the swimwear for your own purpose and pleasure.  Show off your fashion skills!

 







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2012 Summer Trend – Swimwear 4 – Floral

Yesterday’s topic on 2012 summer trend was on PINK color swimsuits, with different shades of pink, you can also pair with pink sandals if you want to be pink all over, or just bear feet to enjoy the sun and waves… 

Another trend in 2012 summer swimwear is floral prints.  Actually who doesn’t like floral prints? Including all our designers.  However, from last season, the floral made a huge come back, different combinations of material, texture, shades have added too much quality to every piece of swimsuit they produce.

4. Floral print

Thayer Twist Bikini Set

Elegant print bikini set – Bandeau top features a twist between the cups and boning at the sides.  Bottoms feature ties at sides.  Look great with nice tan.

 

Juicy Couture Maisey Floral Swimsuit

Juicy Couture print swimsuit.  It has an all over contrast floral print, a heart shaped neckline, super slim cut and ribbon detail to sides. This one I goes nicely with a fairer skin tone.

 

Paul Smith Swim Suit With Silhouette Floral Print

Paul Smith swimsuit, as he always says “sophistication with a twist”  - the contrast floral print on this one piece swimsuit achieves this.

 

ASOS Sketchy Floral Plunge Suit

Love this printed swimsuit!  The white color, the sketched floral placement print, the deep plunging scooped neckline – everything is perfect!  Classic with a bit ‘Zen’ feel!

 

Zimmermann Savannah Layered Playsuit

Apart from floral print swimsuits, there are a lot of printed cover ups, tunic and play suits, rompers for you to choose this season. This strapless floral silk romper features a scarf overlay at the bodice, simple, fun and sexy!

Make your summer as sweet as flower, add the floral prints in your wardrobe, in your beach bag…

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2012 Summer Trend – Swimwear 3 – PINK

Last post we talk about bling bling swimwear,  actually the swimsuit with metallic element, a lot of time will be gold, silver and the metallic treatment for all other colors… 

Another trend of 2012 summer this year is PINK.  Pink is one of girl’s life -time loving colors. From a baby girl being wrapped in everything pink, to later teenage, adult women… we can always find something pink around us.  Talking about swimwear, different shades, texture, pattern through pink have given us the brand new interpretation of how beautiful this color is.

 3. PINK wave

Cali Dreaming The Bandeau Bikini

Pink mesh bikini set with contrast lining.  Bandeau top features a twist detail between the ruched cups. Boning at sides.  Simple, lively, sweet.

 

Mouille Chloe Frill One Piece Suit

This light pink one piece swimwear features an asymmetric neckline,  a looped string fastening to the back. The multi-tiered ruffle trim adds too much fun to this swimsuit.

 

Pink Dolce Dot Triangle Bikini

This stylish Juicy Couture bikini set is crafted in fine, pink nylon stretch,  cute polka dot print:  slim triangle top with fine ties and striped chest band, matching tight bikini panties – you will look super trendy, dressy and  sexy in it! What a stylish young lady!

 

Pink Sweet Pea Swim Cover Up Tunic

Apart from swimwear, I also want to show you this stylish & vibrant Pink sweet pea swim cover up tunic. Burberry Britain adds instant luxe to your resort wear  – Pair with bikini set and embellished sandals or even can style with skinny jeans for a garden or city look!

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2012 Summer Trend – Swimwear 2 – Bling bling

Last time we talked about the clear cut  swimsuit trend this year, today, we continue with the bling bling.  Especially for women who have nice tanned skin or natural olive skin, it will be a great advantage to wear golden color swimwear &  you need to be bold enough.

2. Bling bling

Gold color is a magic color, can be constructive or destructive at the same time. Before you put something on, you need evaluate the skin color, you hair style, accessories.  Yes, it sounds a bit overkill, but the end result will make you feel worth it!

Indah Duet Bikini

If you can’t wear the gold gold color, try some soft shade or different material. Like this double-layered bandeau bikini soften the extravagance of gold, but still remain the elegance.

 

Type Z, Kaede Fringed Monokini

High self-confident with your tan, try this gold monokini, the frilly fringes make it even nicer…  sexy and flirty, but nobody will complain on a Saturday afternoon by the pool. Enjoy the compliment!

 

Nookie Beach Phoenix Bandeau Bikini Set

Just want a bit bling bling, but not gold gold. Try this bikini set which has a metallic, animal print, bandeau bikini top, a detachable halterneck strap with gold-tone bead detailing.

 

Michael Kors, Speed Clip Solids Wrap Around Maillot 

Just in need a of a little bit gold. Try this Michael Kors swimsuit – Take a deep dive into a mystifying adventure…

If you want a easy solution, just wear some jewelry or some accessories, like hats, thongs with gold or other metallic colors.

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2012 Summer Trend – Swimwear 1 – Clear Cut

In summer, swimwear becomes the another layer of skin of us, they are beautiful, sexy, elegant, they will be what we want them to be. 

The fashion comes around, with some highlight and changes… we want to be in the trend, for swimwear at least, because they are supposed to stand out and make a splash in this wonderful summer.

2012 Summer swimwear, what’s in the trend?

1.  Clear Cut

Google is such a great thing happened to mankind, I found this newspaper dated May 25, 1960 “Eugene Rigister Guard”, talking about the clear-cut swimwear by Jantzen – “Around the pool we have a saying… ‘Just wear a smile and a Jantzen’.. for these Oregon inspired suits curve into focus with an ease of fit, a brilliance of color, a true simplicity of clear-cut comfort that Oregonian, and the rest of the country, know and appreciate…”

Jantzen is till active in the US, however, there are many more new swimwear companies and swimsuits brands coming out and offers thousands thousands different styles for fashion conscious swimwear lovers.

Such as

Norma Kamali black and white zebra print zigzag cutout one piece swimsuit

 

ASOS Spectrum Print Cut Out Suit

Wildfox One Piece Swim Suit With Heart

 

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Swimsuits Mix and Match

Do you have the similar experience as me – always losing one earring of a pair, getting holes on only one sock out of a pair or getting either top or bottom of bikini broken? What to do?  Normally I would just get a new pair, or if possible, I put the lonely one with another to create a new pair – mix and match it is!

So maybe sometimes, we don’t need to stick to the offered pair by manufacturers or brands, we can put L*Space bikini top with Seafolly bikini bottom, or Marc by Marc Jacobs tankini with Juicy Couture swim skirt…  you potentially can create something amazing & better than the original design! :)

A lot of celebrities like to try mix & match -

 

Let me show you some of my creation:

Swimwear mix & match 1

Letarte seafoam tie-dye ruffle trim triangle halter bikini top with Freya Zodic Rio Brief

Inspiration from the color of blue as the link, tops interprets white cloud and blue sky, the brief is showing earth, plants and flowers.

Swimwear Mix & Match 2

Seafolly Carnaby Print Mini Tube With Frill with Baku Grecian Hipster Brief With Gold Sliders

Top and bottom color tone is a bit different, however they are all in the pink division, so can easily pass all the critics! :)

This mix & match is so much fun, apart from women swimsuit, you can mix and match a lot of other clothing too.  Feel like a stylist!  Try it and you may get amazed what a magic that you can create!

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Roksanda Ilincic 2012 summer swimwear collection

British Designer Roksanda Ilincic has been really really hot these days.

Her new 2012 summer collection has gained too much attention already.   She said there is an American spin to the look of this line – “I was imagining all those photos of stars walking around pools in Old Hollywood—not swimming, of course, but maybe having a martini,” she says. “I sort of tried to hit the niche I have for my cocktail dresses—the color-blocking, piping contrasts, and the minimal French lace edgings I use, but seen as swimwear. I tested all the shapes myself, as I do with all my fittings; you’ve got to be certain and safe as a woman that they’re right. So even where I’ve used nude colors—which have the illusion of being quite daring—most of the pieces are actually quite covered up.”  I am sure the Mad Men loving ladies will dying to wear all these beautiful swimwear.

Old Hollywood inspired swimwear - Roksanda Ilincic

Roksana Ilincic 2012 swimwear collection

Roksanda Ilincic has dressed Penélope Cruz,  Carey Mulligan,  Michelle Obama, Samantha Cameron,and  the Duchess of Cambridge – Kate Middleton on her visit to the United States. Now she is busy completing a project for a major British  music star and a troupe of dancers, what a productive designer!

 

*Photo credit: Scott Trindle/Courtesy of Roksanda Ilincic

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We LOVE Designer Swimwear on Vogue Cover – June 2012 – Germany

Once we had been in love with Vogue May 2012 cover… Then June come. And our summer love – supermodel Carolyn Murphy. Plus sleek photos by Alexi Lubomirski of Management Artists. Plus a few wonderful pieces by Norma Kamali, Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent and Alexander McQueen. All styled by Christiane Arp. For sure this is our favorite fashion cover for summer 2012. Designer swimwear never looked so good…

Wow. For this summer designer fashion visit
http://www.parisation.com

You can grab a new designer Sunglasses at
http://www.shadesheaven.com

Plus summer from
http://www.heeladdict.com

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Body shape with Swimwear, get rid of all the issues

We talked in the last 6 posts about how to choose swimwear based on your body type; and how to use different tricks to cover the part that you want to hide or want to boost.

Amore Sorvete Lust One Piece Swimsuit

Let’s have a quick review of all the issues, list them all here for your easier reference -

Issue one – Small Bust
Tip summary: Push-up bikini  or play with print and material of the swimsuit

Issue two – Big Belly
Tip summary:  Miracle suit and put some hearing & gathering around the stomach area to hide…

Issue three – Thick Waist
Tip summary: Miracle Suit,  Color – darker on the side, lighter in the middle

Issue Four – Big Bottom
Tip summary:  Choose swimskirt or Skirtini

Issue Five – Broad Thighs
Tip summary:   Higher cut swimwear or swim skirt, with a nice slit

Issue Six – no curves
Tip summary:  Tankini to mix up,  use floral or print, colors to play with visual effect

I wish everyone choose one or more great swimsuit this year and be beautiful. Don’t just follow the trend, you need to be comfortable of your body, just work around it.  I believe you will look amazing. Be confident!

Enjoy a wonderful wonderful summer! xox

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Choose swimwear smartly – Body Type tells – no curves

Continue the topic of how to choose the swimsuits based on body types

6th one – no curves

You know what? We really examine our body shape a lot – many ladies complain about that they have too much flesh so need to hide or their body has no curves or lack of femininity when there is no extra flesh. Anyhow, we can always find flaws on our body.

We talked about different body types in the previous posts, this time we will talk about what you can do when you think that you are not curvy enough. Actually, it can be really simple, really can just rely on style or color to solve the problem.

For example – pick a tankini that mixes things up; pick a floral or print for the part that you’d like to look more curvaceous, either top or bottom, plus a solid color for the other piece. These are all helping create the illusion of curves. The blow picture using the drapes to enlarge the bust and the black color is very helpful on shrinking the visual effect of the waist.

Sequin City Draped Halter Tankini - DKNY

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Sexy Swimwear Photo on German Vogue Cover

German issue of Vogue for May 2012 blow off all our clothes. Georges swimwear photos with Guinevere van Seenus by Knoepfel & Indlekofer Beach Chic. Supermodel Guinevere van Seenus hits the beach packed with Lanvin jewelry and a Chanel handbag plus a few precious pieces of season 2012 designer swimwear. Photos are by Claudia Knoepfel and Stefan Indlekofer with luxury styling by Nicola Knels. Can’t wait for June issue :)

For the latest and best designer clothes visit
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And if you fancy new swimwear by top designers, of course our shop is the place
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Choose swimwear smartly – Body Type tells – broad thighs

Continue the topic of how to choose swimsuits based on body types.

5th one – broad thighs

If you have a broad thighs, the problem might be your legs look bigger and shorter. The best way to use swimsuit to help is finding a cut moderately high at the leg. Now low, but high – if that cut is low, it possibly will digs into your thigh and makes it look even bigger. Higher cut will help elongate your legs, adding some inch visually to look slimmer.

Or, the easiest way as we solve the problem as big bottom,  you can add a bit more coverage, wear a swim skirt over boy-cut shorts. However, if you have any flesh on your thighs and you are not 15 years old anymore, the boy-shorts wont look good since they will dig right into your thighs, which will make things worse and contrary to what we want to achieve.  So a slim skirt, perferably with a nice slit, allowing to show just a hint of thigh from time to time,  in this way will make you look thinner & slimmer.

Find more swim skirt HERE.

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Marc By Marc Jacobs Gorgeous Swimwear Photos

Marc By Marc Jacobs is design to fall in love with Summer. No, not him silly, his swimwear and beachwear. There is a huge range of wonderful Marc By Marc Jacobs swimwear in our shop and we are totally addicted to it. and as that was no enough, one of our favorite merchants, Shopbop, come out with this wonderful photos of Marc By Marc Jacobs swimwear in urban environment. Left us speechless. Enjoy.

Sorry, we don’t know who is photographer, if you do please let us know, so we can add it to credits. Thanks a lot.

Wonderful photos. For Marc Jacobs watches visit
http://www.getnewwatch.com/

For more Marc Jacobs clothes and fashion check also
http://www.parisation.com/tag/marc-by-marc-jacobs/

And of course for Marc Jacobs swimsuits you are on the right place – visit
http://theswimwearblog.com/category/buy-marc-by-marc-jacobs-swimwear/

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Pirelli Calendar 2012 – Supermodels and no Swimwear this time

I fall in love with photography sometime in 90′s when I was just getting into my teen years. That took me to bachelor degree in photography and lot good & fun time. One of the iconic publications was Pirelli Calendar. Every year, Pirelli, famous Italiano tyre company, would come up with calendar full of supermodels in swimwear. And all done by top photographers in the World. This Pirelli traddiotna stood for years and still running today.

Somewhere around year 2000 one photographer stood from the pack. It was young Italian whose provocative images apread in fashino publications around the World. Artistic, but with strong and sometime rough note of reality. Dream and reality mixed. Exactly what I always admired in photography. It was Mario Sorrenti. OK, without further introduction, below is video about Pirelli 2012 Calendar featuring Kate Moss, Milla Jovovich, Isabeli Fontana, Natasha Poly and other supermodels. This time without swimwear. Naked. Through lens of Mario. Enjoy.

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Choose swimwear smartly – Body Type tells – big bottom

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4th one – Big Bottom

A lot of women complain that they have far too big bottom – oh well, if by what you mean the bottom like Jennifer Lopez, just relax – you are the gold, millions other women want to look like you – Accept it gladly and go with the flow. You can basically wear anything, show off the broad bottom, as long as it’s toned.

However, if you have non-toned bottom and cellulite is an issue, apart from keep exercising (of course this might take a while), in terms of choosing swimsuit — go ahead with a swim skirt or Skirtini-  anything dark that isn’t flimsy, something with double weigh lycra will cut down on jiggles successfully.

Skirted Hipster

Nike swim skirt

These beautiful swim skirts  use stretch microfiber fabric,  holds its shape and resists fading for lasting wear; Flattering skirted hipster stylishly covers the hips, rear, and upper thighs — so you look fitter & nicer.  Never afraid that the cellulite on your bottom will reveal the secrets!

Wear skirtini  if you really don’t want to show anything, they will cover most parts of your body with nice fabric and patterns.

Floral Skirtini - Delta Burke

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Bright and beautiful Brazilian Bikinis…

If you are still struggling about what kinda of swimsuits are on trend now, take a look of the FasionRio’s summer 2013 fashion extravaganza… everything is loud and clear.

Brazilian designers are heros in terms of bikinis, maybe because of their weather condition always give them the inspiration – hit the beach with them will make no wrong choice.

A psychedelic rainbow broke all the rules on the beach, tiny bottoms paired with long sleeve spandex tops cropped short, well cut-out white bikini make anyone stand out in the crystal clear water… a lot of offerings will leave you look like a model or millionaire.


The above strapless one-piece swimsuit had hipline start just under the bust, the low-slung belt seems so precious to hold everything in place and balanced.

The whole FashionRio show was theatrical, exciting and of course stylish, with its multi-ethnic family vibe, you can also feel more authentically Brazilian – the passion, enthusiasm, the colors, the music, the shakes, the curves… everything…

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Choose Swimwear smartly – Body type tells – Thick Waist

Continue the topic of how to choose swimsuit based on body type.

3rd one – thick waist

If you think your waist might be too thick,  the miracle fabrics to contour waistband, shape with comfort, so find miracle suit.

Miracle suit

Also don’t forget that color is your friend. In order to ‘narrow’ your waist, look for one piece swimsuit with dark side panles and a lighter color or print in the center.  You must have seen the similar effect on normal dresses, a lot of celebrities like that.   Same with the swimsuit, you’ll look much more curvaceous rather than chunky.  :)

Amore Sorvete Black Bouquet Print Swimsuit

Note: need to be careful though, the cut out one piece swimsuit with half exposed waist sometimes can trick others’ eyes, to make you look have even bigger waist, so think carefully before you make any final decisions.

 

For more Miracle Suit, please see the collection on theswimwearblog.

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Choose Swimwear smartly – BodyType tells – Big Belly

Continue with the topic of choose swimwear based on body type.

2nd one – big belly.

Miracle suit is the Spanx to swimsuits.  These specially designed swimsuits are made of a propeirtary blend of control fabric –  that can slim you all over without leaving you feeling like you are in a tight corset.   If you have a bigger belly & want to cover it, then these swimsuits are the best option for you.

Miracle Suit

But be careful – sometimes these suits can pull you in in some places but push you out in another.  For example, we need to have enough support to help move  the bust from side to the front, when our bust is all in front, we look sexy. However, if the suit flatterns us in the front and pushes more to the sides, it can make us look fat.

Also, the  suit with a little hearing & gathering over the stomach, with control underneath, will assist to hide the belly.   Another tip: the suit with a higher-cut leg (not the straight cut) can make you look slimmer and your legs longer.

Browse more and find the best swimsuit that fit you perfectly.

For Miracle Suit, please see the collection on theswimwearblog.

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Choose Swimwear smartly – BodyType tells -small bust

I am going to do a series talking about how to choose swimwear according to your bodytype, not because of what celebrities are wearing, not because the trend, just to find out what suit you the best.

OK, first one – small bust.

Actually this is not that huge a problem, given how versatile all the swimwear design these days.  If you are a natural slim person,  consider wearing two-piece with a slightly padded bra.  You know what?  Quite a lot of bikini tops are actually push -up bras, so problem solved – you look like you have more than you do.

Also choose halters or tops with shirring and ruffles, which add a little extra dimension to make you look more bustier.

For example—

Push-up bikini by O’Neill features a contrast spot design, plunge ups with underwire support, halterneck styling and self-tie fastenings, the big polka dots have the visual expansion feel, make your bust looks wider, and the push up bras do magic too.

or

This  Nookie Beach swimsuit features a graphic print design, halterneck tie straps with exaggerated frill detail to the front and back, the frill covers the bust area and give it more dimension to look bigger.

Look really great, eh?

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Hot & sexy – Leopard for summer

Leopard print is forever young in fashion world.  It’s so unique, not everybody can carry it nicely.  But designers their best to make leopard more youthful (not only 40+ can wear it?!);  more stylish (not only on fur coat or shoes); with more varieties (old elements, new combination always can play magic here)…

So now we should say – the new design bring out the hot & sexy part from leopard print, you can totally carry it with you across the whole summer, anytime, anywhere…

Just Cavalli Leo Print Cut Out Suit With Crystals

Leopard print cut out swimsuit - Just Cavalli

This cut out leo print swimsuit skillfully leave the tummy part out and create the curve which catch your eyes. the spaghetti stripes work both visually and functionally.   Remember: don’t wear it after food! :)

Leopard Triangle Bikini

Leopard Triangle Bikini - D&G

Stylish ultra-luxe leopard print bikini – Classic triangle top with front ring detail and back tie closure,  can wear with a sheer caftan and wedge sandals… be the star on the beach?

 

ASOS Chiffon Frill Animal Print Maxi Dress

Chiffon Frill Leo Print Maxi Dress

This beach maxi dress features a lightweight sheer finish and leopard print design with a bandeau neckline and ruffle frill detailing, a shirred waist and an open back. Sexy appearance, lady heart inside.

Spot Leopard Trail Chocolate Aaliyah Caftan

Spot Leopard Trail Chocolate Aaliyah Kaftan - Diane von Furstenberg

OMG! This glamorous dress in fine taupe nylon features stretch lace piping, feminine waist – With delicate spaghetti straps, tassel belt detail and sexy leopard print, it is a seduction basic… and no need to worry if the classic leopard color wont’ fit your skin…

Do you have one leopard print dress or swimsuit in your wardrobe?  Do you have any leopard wearing tips?  Would be lovely to hear from you!  xoxo

 

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L*Space – Great minds think alike (Cameron & Rebecca)

Cameron Diaz and Rebecca Romijn love the same bikini from L*Space…  Actually I love it too… Who doesn’t?

Both of the stars are 39 years old, both look gorgeous!  Who looks better?

Cameron Diaz & Rebecca Romijn in L*Space swimwear

Cameron has the great, athletic body that envied by girls in 20s, her tanned skin also will make most bright color pop. However, given her short hair, I would think she would look better in cream color bikini in the same series – Color Blocked Malibu Top & Brief.

Rebecca is a mother of twin girls, can you believe it? She already got the body back for pregnancy. Her skin color is a bit lighter than Cameron, hence goes with the grey perfect; she also worn a matching yellow heeled sandal, overall, she looks amazing.

I will vote for Rebecca for this swimwear.  What about you?

Buy L*Space, Color Blocked Malibu Top (Grey).

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Swing those fringe… bohemian influenced swimwear

Fashion always change, however, those bohemian influenced styles linger around and become a must-have. No matter if you want them to be bags, coats, jackets, jeans or Swimwear. Most celebrities all have their go on the hippie-inspired style. Talking about the swimsuit, the most common bohemian part is the fringe –  the decorative trimming adds sorta of attitude and interesting element to the simple designs…

L*Space, Fringe Benefits Dolly Bandeau Top (Tiffany), Apparel

LSpace Dolly Bandeau Top

Strut across the beach with rockstar appeal in this alluring L*Space bandeau top – the bright colored fringe helps elongate torso, adding exotic flavour and definitely catch the eyes…
Type Z, Kaede Fringed Monokini (Black), Apparel

Type Z Fringed Monokini

Type Z – Kaede Fringed Monokini – Frilly fringes make this frisky monokini a fabulous fit for the summer! Self-tie neck and back for a perfect fit; dainty beaded accent at the center; cut-out waist and low rise brief make the whole swimsuit extremely sexy. I hope you have enough cocktail served… and with ice…
Navy Embroidered Short Caftan Sharize

Caftan Sharize - Melissa Odabash

Not only for swimsuit, fringes are used on other summer apparels too. Like this stylish caftan, in fine and soft cotton – ideal for beach layering – Elegant decorative embroidery and chic, tassel fringe trim – Flattering deep v-neck and butterfly sleeves – Gathered empire waist ties just beneath bust  –easily adds a touch of easy boho allure to anything…
Check out more sexy & stylish swimsuit for a fabulous summer, check theswimwearblog.com.

 

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Polka dot swimwear is still hot, hot, hot!

Polka dot came back to the fashion scene around 2010, you could see it everywhere,  dresses, coat, boots, tops… but I tell you , the swimsuits with polka dot are very popular this year… so if you love it, get one set ready at least… or some other dot/spot patterned bikini or one-piece swimwear,  time to show off!
 
ASOS Cross Back Spot Halter Bikini Top

Spot Halter Bikini top

This navy spot bikini top, featuring plunging triangle cups with a spot print design and silver ring fastenings, the wide halter neck straps is the highlight in this design. It add in a bit chunkiness in the feminism, really lovely.  They also have the matching bikini briefs too, you can find it here.

 

Pistol Panties Marilyn Spot Bikini

Marilyn Spot Bikini - Pistol Panties

This Marilyn Bikini set features an all-over spot print, a halterneck design, moulded cups with gathered detailing, a cute bow to the centre front, a bound strap with a self-tie fastening to the back and a clasp closure to the reverse, with matching bikini briefs in a full hipster cut, OMG, that ruffle frill trim on top will just sell me this whole set. Cute, lively and so wearable.

 

O’Neill Polka Dot Triangle Bikini

Polka Dot Triangle Bikini - O'Neill

This bikini set is crafted in a smooth, stretch fabric, featuring a contrast huge polka dot print, triangle cut cups, a slim halterneck tie fastening, small bow on the matching briefs on the side.  I bet you will attract a lot of ‘eye-ball’ near the pool or on the beach…

Find more beautiful & sexy swimsuits on our website. Click HERE!

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Grab one Kaftan for your summer getaway!

Ladies, getting ready for the summer? for the sandy beach, blue sky and some fresh swims? Honestly I could not wait for a a beach break anymore.

Who doesn’t like Kaftan? So feminine and easy to wear! With one kaftan,  we can go anywhere without hassle. Great beach wear, also can find its place at home as beautiful pajama, but not really, a bit more fun, flirty sometimes… :)  you can pair them with your favorite bikini on the beach or jeans and sandals at home or heels for a evening out…

Orange Multicolor Printed Silk Ciffon Kaftan

Orange Multicolor Printed Silk Ciffon Kaftan - Matthew Williamson Escape

Look at this kaftan in ultra-fine pure, orange silk that airy chiffon drapes sooooo beautifully: Vibrant, exotic multicolor print with oversized batwing sleeves  – Sensuous and glamorous, a must for your next getaway!

 

Pop Meadow White Kaftan

Pop Meadow While Kaftan - Diane Von Furstenberg

Are YOU beach ready?  Try this Kaftan and you are! Short dolman sleeves, drawstring waist, draped side detail, relaxed silhouette, mini length, mixed print –  wear over a bikini for seaside chic!!!

 

ASOS Chiffon Lace Up Beach Kaftan

Chiffon Lace up Beach Kaftan - ASOS

Ready for something seriously sexy & fun? Wear this Beach Kaftan with lace-up detailing to the front, cap sleeve styling, and crochet trim to the front and back, in a relaxed fit, mini length – wear over a set of black bikini, sooo hot!

 

Orange Waist Kaftan

Orange Waist Kaftan - Matthew Williamson

If you are thinking of something really luxurious? This one will be perfect choice for you. Multi colored printed silk – glamorous, elegant and sexy – low eye-catching V-neck with opulent embroidery – decorative extremely wide bat sleeves – slim reaped waist – straight skirt in floor length.  You can wear it on beach vacation alone or over swimsuit with thongs, or attend the big parties and events with heels and dresses under.

Want more summer beach wear, Check theswimwearblog.com

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Kate Upton – the hottest name in swimwear

If you are a fan of swimwear, you would have heard the name of Katherine "Kate" Upton.  She is an American model with face on Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue first in 2011. Then She was named Rookie of the year, Again in 2012. She became the cover model of the magazine, and her steps can't be stopped now.

On April 30, 2012, she performed the "Cat Daddy" in a video directed went viral on Youtube with the purpose to further increase her popularity, grabbing almost 750,000 views in the 24 hours before it was temporarily removed from YouTube for violating the site's rules on sexual content.  You can have a look if you want. 5 mins of repeated almost naked dance, a bit too much for me.

But she is a great swimwear model for sure, she has he body and look youthful!

Here are some good shots and a video, what do you think?

Of course she also makes fashion mistakes, in the recent Met costume Gala, her dress was critized by almost everybody, it didn't highlight who she is, (19 year old hot swimwear model), but fell into the old, cliche holliywood style, however she hasn't got the ability to carry, the fake make up did her more harm than good that's for real.

Kate Upton at Met Gala Ball

Do you think she is hot & a great swimwear model? Do you think she has potential to become really big? let us know your thoughts below.

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