{"id":2056225,"date":"2026-07-22T14:57:52","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T11:57:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2056225"},"modified":"2026-07-22T14:57:52","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T11:57:52","slug":"retro-florals-tankinis-board-shorts-our-favorite-2026-swim-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2056225","title":{"rendered":"Retro Florals! Tankinis! Board Shorts! Our Favorite 2026 Swim Trends"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Retro Florals! Tankinis! Board Shorts! Our Favorite 2026 Swim Trends<\/h1>\n
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This summer, we\u2019re going back in time to stand out from the pack. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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by Kevin LeBlanc<\/a><\/address>\n
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We\u2019re already halfway through summer, and while many of us have taken some much-needed OOO time, there are others who save themselves for the unspoiled, usually quiet month of August to set sail for warmer climes. If you have a good chunk of time planned for rotting on a beach<\/a> or by the pool, we are ready with a handful of swimsuits that are not meant to blend into the background. The Spring\/Summer 2026 runways and the streets both agree: Color is so back, and with it the opportunity to mix and match your bikinis<\/a> with pleasure.<\/p>\n

Another item of note is the rise of unconventional swimwear. The classic two-piece you know and love? It might be time to put her on pause while you dip your toes into the waters of tankinis, board shorts, swim skirts, and other non-classic pieces that are trending, thanks in part to the rise of the sportiest summer<\/a> and thanks to designers like J.Crew<\/a> and Paloma Wool who are bringing back both retro patterns and swim silhouettes that might be full-coverage but are anything but boring. We went over how to style our favorite swimwear archetypes earlier in the summer, so if you need help fleshing out a full \u2018fit, head there. If you\u2019re rarin\u2019 to go but need some extra pieces to round out your carry-on, see our favorite picks from across the world of aquatic fashion below.<\/p>\n

(Not-So) Classic Two-Pieces <\/h2>\n

A simple black bikini feels like it\u2019s not doing enough this summer when there is so much color exploding on the runways and in the streets. Spice up your swim drawer with patterned pieces that play well with others, and don\u2019t be afraid to color clash! The fun is in the mix. <\/p>\n

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Printed Stretch Jersey Bikini<\/div>\n
Gucci<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Printed<\/div>\n
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$850<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on gucci<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Eini Bikini<\/div>\n
Acne Studios<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Eini<\/div>\n
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$450<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on net-a-porter<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Printed Bikini<\/div>\n
The Attico<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Printed<\/div>\n
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$450<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on mytheresa<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Mini Tiki Triangle Bikini Top<\/div>\n
Roxy x Madhappy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Mini<\/div>\n
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$50<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on roxy<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Tie Side Cheeky Bikini Bottom<\/div>\n
Roxy x Madhappy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Tie<\/div>\n
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$50<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on roxy<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Nick Foil Triangle Bikini Top <\/div>\n
KHY x Frankies Bikinis<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Nick<\/div>\n
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$95<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on khy<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Tia Foil String Bikini Bottom<\/div>\n
KHY x Frankies Bikinis<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Tia<\/div>\n
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$90<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on khy<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Isla Top<\/div>\n
\u00c9terne<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Isla<\/div>\n
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$105<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on \u00e9terne<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Isla Bottom<\/div>\n
\u00c9terne<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Isla<\/div>\n
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$115<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on \u00e9terne<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Triomphe Triangle Top in Matte Jersey<\/div>\n
Celine<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Triomphe<\/div>\n
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$540<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on celine<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Triomphe Swimsuit Bottom in Matte Jersey<\/div>\n
Celine<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Triomphe<\/div>\n
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$540<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on celine<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Equator Top<\/div>\n
Tropic of C<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Equator<\/div>\n
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$95<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
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One-Pieces<\/h2>\n

The same feeling for bikinis extends to one-pieces: Don\u2019t settle for something boring when there is a world of florals, swirls, and animal prints to explore. We are loving the vintage feel of the Bode maillot cut, as well as the throwback prints on the Chlo\u00e9 and J.Crew pieces. Fuller coverage does not have to mean conservative. <\/p>\n

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Rickrack Swimsuit<\/div>\n
Bode<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Rickrack<\/div>\n
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$530<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on bode<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Crossback One-Piece Swimsuit<\/div>\n
Polo Ralph Lauren<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Crossback<\/div>\n
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$130<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on ralph lauren<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Soleil One-Piece Swimsuit<\/div>\n
Onia<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Soleil<\/div>\n
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$175<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on moda operandi<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Bahia One-Piece Swimsuit<\/div>\n
Reformation<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Bahia<\/div>\n
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$178<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on reformation<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Floral Print Swimsuit<\/div>\n
Chlo\u00e9<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Floral<\/div>\n
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$750<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on net-a-porter<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Sydney One-Piece in Liberty Floral Fabric<\/div>\n
J.Crew<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Sydney<\/div>\n
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$117.50<\/div>\n
$168<\/div>\n

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Hawkins Bodysuit<\/div>\n
Abysse<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Hawkins<\/div>\n
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$200<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on abysse<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Animal-Print Halter Swimsuit<\/div>\n
Mango x Eckhaus Latta<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Animal-Print<\/div>\n
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$139.99<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on mango<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Taylor One-Piece Seersucker<\/div>\n
Solid & Striped<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Taylor<\/div>\n
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$178<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on solid & striped<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Malta Maillot<\/div>\n
D\u00f4en<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Malta<\/div>\n
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$298<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on d\u00f4en<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Flann Asymmetric Swimsuit<\/div>\n
Paloma Wool<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Flann<\/div>\n
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$150<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on paloma wool<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Pipping Thidu Striped Swimsuit<\/div>\n
Haight<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Pipping<\/div>\n
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$250<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
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Tankinis & Shorts<\/h2>\n

The sportiest summer of the century has naturally spilled over into beach attire, and having a multitude of styling options only makes shopping for swim that much more fun this summer. If you\u2019re not dead-set on showing off your hard-won Pilates bum, consider a board short paired with a tankini, or go for a tight-fitting swim short or skirt that provides not only a bit more coverage, but the easiest way to go from beach club to dinner club without having to pack another outfit. <\/p>\n

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Emily Top<\/div>\n
Gimaguas<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Emily<\/div>\n
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$216<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on gimaguas<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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312 Boardshorts<\/div>\n
Elwood x Birdwell<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"312<\/div>\n
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$160<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
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Nari Crochet Tankini<\/div>\n
Frankies Bikinis x JENNIE<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Nari<\/div>\n
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$165<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on frankies bikinis<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Clover Swim Skirt<\/div>\n
Frankies Bikinis x Paige Lorenze<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Clover<\/div>\n
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$160<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on frankies bikinis<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Reef Tankini<\/div>\n
Fruity Booty<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Reef<\/div>\n
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$90<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on fruity booty<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Deck Chair Swim Shortie<\/div>\n
Fruity Booty<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Deck<\/div>\n
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$83<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on fruity booty<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Devyn Skirt\/Top<\/div>\n
Burberry x Hunza G<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Devyn<\/div>\n
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$325<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on hunza g<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Cleo Tankini Top<\/div>\n
Staud<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Cleo<\/div>\n
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$110<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on staud<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Niguel Swim Shorts<\/div>\n
Staud<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Niguel<\/div>\n
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$145<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on bloomingdales<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Ischia Bikini Top<\/div>\n
Marlies Grace<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Ischia<\/div>\n
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$163<\/div>\n
$250<\/div>\n

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Ischia Skirt<\/div>\n
Marlies Grace<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Ischia<\/div>\n
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$195<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
see on fwrd<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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