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Make A Splash This Summer In These Standout Swimsuits
By James Love · Updated August 2, 2019
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Make A Splash This Summer In These Standout Swimsuits

By James Love·Updated August 2, 2019
Don't worry. We've got you covered. 

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock all summer, I’m sure you’re aware that hot girl summer is in full effect! Preferably on a beach or at the pool, this is the perfect opportunity to make a fashion statement. Don’t be afraid to be a little adventurous with your fashion.

Swimwear is a great starting point for revamping your summer wardrobe as it might not feel as overwhelming. Push your self to try new colors, prints, and styles that show off both your melanin and your curves.

Here’s a shoppable roundup of everything from tribal-inspired swimwear to animal print and the new neutrals by burgeoning black-owned brands and tried-and-true favorites.

Make A Splash This Summer In These Standout Swimsuits
JOHN ADELE

Tribal Touches

  • KOKO D SWIMWEAR
    “Karaya” one-piece, $80, kokodnyc.com
  • MISSONI MARE
    “Zigzag Iconico” two-piece, $540, saksfifthavenue.com.
  • KOKO D SWIMWEAR
    “Kaya” bikini, $105, kokodnyc.com
Make A Splash This Summer In These Standout Swimsuits
THE DIVA KURVES COLLECTION ” Yalena” swimsuit, $125, thedivacollection.com

Vibrant Animal Prints

Embrace your inner feline with these reimagined leopard swimsuits in unexpected pops of color. There’s no better time than now to be fearless and fabulous.

  • H&M
    Bikini Top, $15, H&M Stores
  • H&M
    Bikini Bottom, $18, H&M Stores
  • AGENT PROVOCATEUR
    “Zenaya” swimsuit, $354, agentprovocateur.com
  • Diane Von Furstenberg
    “Morgan” one-piece,$268, net-a-porter.com.
Make A Splash This Summer In These Standout Swimsuits
ASHERAH SWIMWEAR On far left, “Deeta” top, $100, and bottom, $105. On left, “Aphrodite bikini, $220, all by custom order , asherahswimwear.com

New Neutrals

There’s nothing subtle about these flattering buys in remixed earth tones. A welcome trend for those who aren’t keen on wearing tons of color, these styles play up melanated skin every shade.

  • Lisa Marie Fernandez
    “Genevieve” bikini, $395, lisamariefernandez.com
  • Johanna Ortiz
    “Bahia Sonora” one-piece, $575, modaoperandi.com
  • H&M
    cutout swimsuit, $40, hm.com
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