Summer might still seem like a lifetime
away but that doesn’t mean you can’t get in the mood for some sunshine with
some gorgeous new swimwear. This summer is set to see some key trends poolside
with prints, vintage cuts and Eastern influences taking centre stage. Gone is
last year’s focus on fringing and ruffling as simple cuts are back in. Cut-away
styles are still on trend, but not to 2013’s level, so choose carefully if
you’re looking for a one-piece to show some extra skin.
Vintage
Vintage cuts are a reoccurring theme in one
form or another most seasons and 2014 will be no exception. High-waist shorts
and bustiers are a key feature, which is great news for anyone wanting to cover
up a little more and still look sexy on the beach. Emma
Mulholland’s collection didn’t go as far back to the 1950s, as she focused
on super-fun throwback ‘80s style colours and cuts with plenty of neon.
Navy
Nautical and navy go hand in hand so it’s a
natural choice for swimwear and its set to be huge at the beach this summer. At
Fashion Week Miami 2013, Chloe
showcased beautifully simple swimwear many of which featured block navy
colours or stripes. This trend has also been reflected in high street
collections with brands such as South Beach Official using navy, and in this
case combining the colour with a cute pattern, to
create a pretty two-piece.
Go
East
There was a definite Eastern vibe on the
catwalks for this season’s swimwear with Dolores Cortes’s show delivering
dip-dyed swimsuits, animal prints and pieces in the key colours of saffron,
gold and red. The models in Cortes’s collection featured stunning gold head
dresses and turbans to emphasise the rich exotic theme of the collection. The
Eastern trend is great for cover-ups too as kaftans and sarongs in rich shades
are the perfect accessory for hitting the beach bar.
Geometric
Mara Hoffman is known for her love of
prints and her 2014 collection delivers bright and bold geometric patterns in
eye-popping neon, which also have
a touch of Eastern influence. Australian label Suboo also used a geometric
pattern as their key print this season, this time in white and greys with a
touch of colour to give this look a sophisticated feel. Geometrics are a good
choice for girls looking to add some shape to their beach outfits as block
patterns can create the illusion of curves.
- By Sarah Stewart
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