For the last two days, I’ve been eschewing most work matters and personal relationships to focus on what’s important: my swimsuit personality this summer. At first I thought “zebra bikini, hands down, no contest,” until I saw a leopard-print monokini that had me questioning any previous prints. Then I came across a cheeky, neon-green two-piece that I imagined reflecting beautifully off my (largely fictional) summer tan. And THEN, I thought, “What feeling of ennui or huge life decision am I actually ignoring?” But, my sweethearts, until I figure that out, I present to you a guide to choosing your swimsuit personality this summer.
The Animal-Print Suit
Great for subtly trashy Instagram beach photos—consider a belly-button ring!
The Monokini
Bikini vibes but with a bit more security. The high-cut leg is also a great Baywatch silhouette.
The One-Piece
Your classic, no-fuss bathing suit. #TBT to the time you joined the swim team for a summer!
The High-Waisted Bikini
Bikinis, similar to their sibling the flip-flop, feel somehow early-2000s with their low-rise styles. The high-waisted two-piece is a nice alternative if you, like me, need that svelte feeling a high waist allows.
The Tanga
Cheeky, literally! The tanga—a.k.a the thong cut—is perfect for our current ass culture.
The Luxe Vibe
Metallics, silk, and velvet are all sumptuous textures that are a thing this summer. It’s Stevie Nicks meets the beach!
