Trends

Surf inspired: From movie chicks in teensy bikinis to sleek wetsuit-type maillots on the runway, fashion and Hollywood are trumpeting surfer girl style right now.

Prints: Look for graphic appeal: stripes, plaids and bold florals.
Colours: Basic black will never go away, but don't overlook cool blues, black and white and tropical colors like fuchsia.

Details: Ruffles, smocking, belts, embroidery, lacing.

Styles

Bikini: This once-shocking style is the granddaddy of fashion swimwear. Looks newest now in super-skimpy triangle, side-tie bottoms. Look for built-in push-up bras, underwire and sculpted cups for extra curves.

Tankini: A variation of the bikini, this sporty style has a longer top that leaves only a small portion of the tummy exposed. Don't want to expose your tummy at all? Go for the mock tankini.

Bandini: A bikini with a bandeau (straight, striplike piece of fabric) top.

Camikini: Same as the tankini except the top looks like a camisole.

Maillot: One-piece suit (some creative types have even labeled a cut-out style the "monokini"). This year maillots are cut out, one-shouldered and halternecked.

Boy legs: A longer leg resembling really short shorts. Careful here - tends to make the leg look shorter - but still a favorite silhouette.

Accessories

Sarongs, in sheer fabrics and pretty prints, continue to be the most flattering and chicest way to cover up. Tie on the side, in front or around your chest for full coverage.

Board shorts are a cute and sporty way to pull on extra bottom coverage.

Flip flops have moved from just-beachwear to everyday fare over the past few seasons.

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