Summer's Hot Swim Trend

We're literally a day away from the official start of summer and if you haven't updated your swim collection yet, you're out of luck. I mean, you know how department stores roll. They're already stocking the racks with fall clothes...crazy! Luckily, online retailers still have tons of swimsuits to choose from on their sites.

 

Summer's hottest swim trend is the flounce top. The proper definition of flounce is  an ornamental gathered ruffle sewn to a garment by its top edge. In fashionista terms, it's the extra ruffled piece of fabric that hangs over your boobs. I love how this style is available in all types of swimsuits from bikini tops to one pieces. A definite plus is the extra coverage you get from flounce tops to conceal the girls when swimming!

 

Top is from the Candie's Collection at Kohl's



Loving this trend? Shop some of my favorite picks below (the top I'm wearing is the first one below)!

2015 Plus Size Swimsuits

Size is just a number. I am in love with these plus size swimsuits that just hit retailers (even though these are far from plus size)! It cracks me up looking at these models. Because they have curves they're considered plus size? It's crazy. Nonetheless, these swimsuits are thebomb.com!

It's a wee bit annoying though how these adorable swimsuits go on sale now when it's 15 degrees out and if you wait to order them, they're sold out. But hey, that's the fashion world for you.

Now some people are against Forever21 swimsuits because they think they're cheap. Are they cheap? Pricewise, yes. Material wise, no. The padding is sufficient and material is pretty thick which makes for a lasting bathing suit. I have one swimsuit from Forever21 that will be going into its 5th summer. Not bad for about $20. They just released these one pieces and high-waisted bikinis which I love because you I can rock a bikini without feeling self conscious about my pouch. (Ladies, you know what I'm talking!)


Tribal Print Bikini

Mesh-Paneled One Piece

Tropical Print Bikini

 

Floral Print Convertible Bikini

 And the Gabifresh swimsuit collection from Swimsuitsforall.com...don't get me started! For those of you who don't know her, Gabi is a plus size fashion blogger who embraces her curves and loves her body. I think it's pretty awesome that a fashion blogger was given the opportunity to design her own swimwear collection for women of all sizes. I recently pre-ordered the black one below and can't wait for it to arrive the end of January! They're currently having a 30% off sale through tomorrow. Shop here and claim your 30% off before it expires! 

Gabifresh for Swimsuitsforall

What do you think?!

 

Forever 21 Swimsuit Review

Some people wake up and check their emails, Instagram account, or Facebook. I wake up and check my favorite sites for new arrivals. Can we say shopping problem? Anyway, I was pleasantly surprised to see Forever 21 had uploaded their summer 2014 swim collection. If you're looking for quality, then I don't recommend Forever 21's swimsuits. They're not the most durable when in water and have very little padding. But if you're looking for a cute suit to tan in, the price of their bikinis and one pieces are so affordable you can buy 2 or 3 for the price of a suit from other retailers.

 

I'm not much of a swimmer, so the swimsuits I own from Forever 21 last me a long time and earn me a lot of compliments. Whether I'm just sitting in my backyard, at the beach, or at a pool party, if I don't feel comfortable and confident in the suit I'm in, it's written all over my face.

 

Forever 21 is on point with their choice of colors, patterns, and designs this year. If you remember from my earlier post, fringe is definitely in this season and tribal prints are a must have. I especially love the incorporation of macrame into the swim tops. Not something I suggest tanning in unless you want some funky tan lines, but very very cute for pool parties or late night dips.

 

Forever 21 Swim Collection 14'

 

 

Forever 21 Plus: Swim Collection 14'

One of my favorite things about Forever 21 is their plus size options. If you've ever bought anything from this store, you know that sizing runs a bit small, at least I find it does. The plus size apparel starts at size XL, which I don't necessarily consider being plus. I don't like my clothing too snug so I always opt for a size bigger anyway.

 

High waisted bikinis are hot for summer. They're everywhere! I just like the fact that I can rock a bikini and hide my pooch at the same time. The plus size bikinis are ruched siding and extra thick material to hold everything in. Personally, I like these designs more than the regular size swimsuit designs.

Chevron Beach Towel $10.80

 

And since when does Forever 21 sell towels? I stumbled upon this when searching through the swimsuits and right in the middle of the selection was a towel. A little odd, but still cute. I mean it's a heck of a lot cheaper than the towels I always splurge on from Victoria's Secret.

 

 

 

 

 

Lastly, I can't forget about the awesome mix and match deals. Pick your favorite color or print top and mix or match with the available bottoms. This is an amazing deal because you can create your own bikini for just $9.60! The downfall...there is only one style of top and bottom to choose from. For $9.60, beggars can't be choosers.

Mix and match your own custom bikini

And as always, Forever 21 has free shipping on all order of $50 or more.

 

So what are your thoughts on this year's styles?