4 Fashionable Swim Suit Styles

We’re now officially into Spring, and that means another day closer to swim suit weather.  That means my pasty white arms and legs are going to see the light of day, and my body (that’s still at its winter hibernation weight) is going to have to fit into swimwear.

This year it’s time for a new swim suit, and there are 4 basic styles to choose from.

The classic bikini:  Every since Frankie and Annette romped in Beach Blanket Bingo, the bikini has been the suit of choice for most women.  Today’s bikini comes in varying degrees of skimpiness to match up to your figure.  Most women, however, look good with a little bit coverage.  And don’t forget, if you’ll be swimming, playing beach volleyball, waterskiing, or any other active beach sport, you’ll want to make sure you have adequate coverage.  For a bikini that adds a little hardware to fashion, try this Ring Bikini from Rob Beattie.  The top is $87 and the hipster bottom is $67, at Nordstrom.

The tankini:  For a little more coverage on top, and great when you want to cover the stomach area, a tankini combine the best of a one-piece with the best of the bikini.  Channel your inner 60’s wild child with the tie-dye patterned tankini, Love Potion from Lucky Brand.  The top is $84, and the bottom is $64, at Nordstrom.

The skirted suit:  A look going back to the 40’s, the skirted swim suit is anything but dated.  With a choice of skirt lengths, bikini or tankini top, or even a one-piece, you just add a little ruching or a few ruffles and you have a thoroughly modern hip choice.  And speaking of hips. . . the skirted suit does wonders in helping to disguise that problem area.  This pleated halter dress (one-piece) is from Juicy Couture.  $186 at Nordstrom.

The classic one-piece:  With as many choices a the classic bikini, a one-piece can be selected to help with whatever problem area you may have.  Add a little support up top, if that’s what you need.  Choose a little fuller coverage in the bottom, if you’re worried about saddlebags.  Choose strapless or a halter top, if you’re not top heavy.  Get some extra stretch and support in the torso, if your stomach area could use the help.  It’s an all purpose choice, and this year is jazzed up with great colors and interesting details.  This BCBGMAXAZRIA plunge neckline suit in a chalk stripe has a contrasting band just below the bust line to add a little detailing.  $138 at Nordstrom.

I’m looking for a new suit or two, and it’s looking like it will be hard to make up my mind.  What’s your choice this season?