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Home · Fashion

Swimsuit Slay: 11 Stylish Celebs Having Fun in the Sun

'Tis the season to slay your swimwear and these celebs aren't missing a beat. From Rihanna to Taraji P. Henson, these are the bikini babes killing summer swim style.

By Dominique Hobdy · August 4, 2015October 27, 2020
01
Tracee Ellis Ross

The beautiful Tracee Eliis Ross is never short on smiles or style.

Tracee Ellis Ross Instagram
02
Beyonce

Beyonce gives us the profile serve in her chic mauve monokini.

Beyonce Instagram
03
Taraji P. Henson

We’re definitely picking up some cookie vibes in this fierce photo! Yes Taraji!

Taraji P. Henson Instagram
04
Rihanna

Double trouble! Rihanna and her bestie Melissa are too cute in their bright bikinis.

Rihanna Instagram
05
Jada Pinkett Smith

Jada Pinkett Smith shows us how it’s done while working out on the beach in her cute bikini. #Fitnessgoals

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06
Nene Leakes

NeNe Leakes is easy, breezy in this super cute yellow number.

NeNe Leakes Instagram
07
Angela Simmons

Angela Simmons is working that gorgeous background in a sea blue fringe bikini!

Angela Simmons Instagram
08
Chanel Iman

It’s clear that Chanel Iman has a hard time turning off that model swtich. She slays even when she’s off-duty!

Chanel Iman Instagram
09
Jourdan Dunn

There’s nothing mellow about supermodel Jourdan Dunn’s gorgeous yellow embellished swimsuit.

Jourdan Dunn Instagram
10
Serena Williams

Serena looks so peaceful in this gorgeous one-piece and beachy backdrop.

Serena Williams Instagram
11
June Ambrose

June Ambrose delivers the ultimate chic swim tutorial. Package comes with platforms, big shades, a fabulous turban and a blow up swan. Style sold seperately.

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