Retro, Prints and Ruffles: Swimsuits Are Bolder, Brighter Than Ever

All The (Retro) Rage: Ruffles, neon, prints and retro — swimsuits are bolder and brighter than ever

Four trends are going to be huge this summer, and the biggest trend of the season really follows the out with the new and in with the old attitude …  wait … nope, that’s right; we’re going retro.

Ladies, grab a corseted or bandeau top paired with a high-wasted bottom and get your Marilyn Monroe on. Or, unleash your inner girlie-girl with ruffles; nothing says feminine and carefree more than sporting ruffles.

But maybe classic is more your style. If that’s the case, stick with the tried and true — the nautical trend. The blue/red and white stripes give you a crisp, clean appearance that is timeless.

And finally, don’t be afraid of color. Save those neutral hues for fall and winter, and make a statement with bold, neon suits. Plus, the brighter the color, the tanner you’ll look. And if you’re bold enough, opt for prints — floral or animal.

Becca, Sweet Indulgence Top: $72, Bottom: $60 Exquisite Swimwear	Luli Fama, Sexy Senorita One piece cut out: $150 Everything But Water

Trend: Nautical

Born with Stripes Top: $119, Bottom: $110 Beach Bunny Swimwear	We Found Love Top: $88, Bottom: $87 Beach Bunny Swimwear

Trend: Retro

Seafolly, Pinup (magenta) Top: $80, Bottom: $72 Exquisite Swimwear	Kkini, Monroe Bathers Tank $198 Exquisite Swimwear

Carmen Marc Valvo, Palm Harbour One piece bandeau: $139 Everything But Water	Betsy Johnson, French Pastry Top: $88, Bottom: $86 Everything But Water

Scottsdale Living Magazine Spring 2012