Stylist and fashion historian Yana Demchenko says that the highlight of this special season is the slit swimsuit, which became relevant after the emergence of this trend in evening wear.
“If you’re looking for something ‘fresh’, don’t hesitate to buy a model with slits on the hips, décolleté, collarbone, back or sides. The more unexpected the design solution, the better – the main thing is that the silhouette remains harmonious, ”says Demchenko.
He also stated that printed bikinis are very popular this season and the more fun the colors, the better. “Another option is textured fabric. For example, it resembles a crumpled or corrugated towel. Both solutions fit perfectly with the vintage aesthetic and will go well with accessories with a retro spirit,” said the stylist.
By the way, according to the online store Lamoda, Russian women prefer black swimsuits much more. “Among the top 5 colors were also blue, pink and white,” the company said.
Lavarice brand recorded that they bought the most red jerseys in May. It was this shade that dominated most shows of the Spring-Summer 2023 season. “May’s bestsellers are shades of pink and yellow that always look advantageous on any tan and in shots across the blue ocean,” added Lavarice CEO Svetlana Nichushkina.
However, when choosing colors, one should not focus only on taste preferences. As Yana Demchenko noted, laconic swimsuits in beige, white and other discreet shades will look spectacular on women with a sporty figure and tanned skin, but risk getting lost in the rest. Adding a bright tone such as rich blue or red will save the situation.
If it is so easy to understand the color, print and texture of the product, it means that not everyone knows the swimsuit model. With the right choice of swimsuit, it will work like a Photoshop – it will emphasize the advantages and make the flaws less noticeable.
Maria Peterson, fashion expert and co-founder of an online platform for fashion professionals fashion globeIt offers to create the body type when choosing a swimsuit model.
Triangle or pear: narrow shoulders and wide hips
“To maximize your body, focus on the cut details or the top of the embellished swimsuit. If you need to visually enlarge the bust, opt for models with flounces, frills, tassels or large patterned prints – they will add the necessary volume.
Inverted Triangle: Broad shoulders and narrow hips
“It is not recommended to add extra weight to the top when you have such a physique, so it is better to have the swimsuit with the narrowest straps. Strapless bandeau swimsuits and halter will also emphasize the beauty and athleticism of the shoulder girdle. As for the bottoms, both classic shorts and shorts are very suitable for girls with this body type.
Rectangle: Shoulders and hips approximately the same width, no prominent waist
“Opt for one-piece swimsuits, especially in dark tones or in small patterns like crowbars. When it comes to choosing a bikini, high-waisted panties are just what you need to create a slim waist effect.”
Apple: lush round shapes
“Girls with such a feminine body should highlight the décolleté area thanks to the balcony shape in the chest area and various decorative elements. High cuts at the hips will visually lengthen the legs. In addition, high waisted panties will also look perfect for this type of body. The main rule is to avoid prints and give preference to plain models.
For girls with curvy lines, it will be much more important to pay attention to the material of the swimsuit, not the cut.
“The model needs to be tight and flexible to hold its shape. If there is a lining, this can not only help avoid translucency, but also maintain the correct silhouette,” said stylist Yana Demchenko.
She advised me to choose one-color swimsuits with a low neckline, and to abandon unnecessary details, especially if they are small, to look at large berets, magnificent bows and other concise accents.