Spring has sprung, we’re finally able to see our friends outdoors (albeit in groups of six) and the sun is shining – so what better time to invest in a swimsuit?
While the question of holidays abroad is up in the air due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it doesn’t mean we won’t be sunbathing this summer. As they’re safe, accessible and actually pretty dreamy, UK parks and beaches have never been more enticing – not to mention the local lidos.
We hate to live up to the British stereotype by mentioning the weather, but we can’t help but feel a little apprehensive at the prospect of stripping off into our itsy-bitsy-teeny-weeny-bikinis in UK considering the temperamental skies. Swimsuits however, we can handle.
You might not think they can be versatile, but these stylish one pieces can be worn for swimming, sunbathing, under shorts, skirts or your cute summer dresses. After coming out the other end of a long, cold, boring winter, we can’t wait to style ours in a multitude of ways and sunbathe in style.
Luckily our love of swimwear means we’ve already been scouring the Internet for swimsuits to suit every body, so we’re helping you get ahead of the game too.
Big bust? Figleaves at SimplyBe have you covered. Looking for sustainable swimwear? Junk LDN and Wolven have eco-friendly one pieces you’re going to love, with the latter offering a swimsuit you can wear 8 (!) different ways. Prints lover? Us too, so we’ve found plenty.
With belted, barot, ruffle, crinkle, colourful and simple black one pieces to choose from, there’s something for you here.
Printed
Underwire swimsuit, £30, Monki – buy now
Zebra Print Asymmetrical One-Piece Swimsuit, £65, Juicy Couture at Urban Outfitters – buy now
Square Neck Polka Dot Swimsuit, £49, & Other Stories – buy now
Coconut Swimsuit, £195, Paper London – buy now
Ruffle
Ruffle Swimsuit, £39.99, Oysho – buy now
Swimsuit With Maxi Ruffle, £27.99, Zara – buy now
Plus Size & Bigger Bust
Black Bardot Swimsuit, now £20, Brave Soul Plus at ASOS – buy now
Frida Underwired Control Swimsuit, £55, Figleaves – buy now
This swimsuit from Figleaves is sized by bra size and is available up to a size 44DD, ensuring a perfect fit.
Plus Size V Neck Halter Swimsuit, now £15, Nasty Gal – buy now in sizes 16-20
Flounce-trimmed Swimsuit, £24.99, H&M – buy in sizes 4-22 here and 24-26 here
Corfu Swimsuit, now £37.50, Bravissimo – buy now
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Under £50
High Leg Swimsuit, £26, ASOS DESIGN – buy now
Belted Zip Up Scoop Neck Swimsuit, £25, M&S – buy now
Scalloped Swimsuit, £49.99, Mango – buy now
Avery Swimsuit, £20, Weekday – buy now
Off-the-shoulder Swimsuit, £30, Monki – buy now
Crinkle
High Leg Swimsuit, £19.99, H&M – buy now
The Edie Swimsuit, £140, Cossie + Co – buy now
Sustainable
Riviera Eight-Way One Piece, £124, Wolven – buy now
The Riviera One Piece from Wolven can be worn eight different ways, making it one of the most versatile swimsuits on the market.
The Ellie One Piece, £65, Junk LDN – buy now
Recycled Nylon Drawstring Swimsuit, £49, Cos – buy now
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