'Tis the summer to make a splash!
Seafolly: Prints ahead
Seafolly does away with overdone, under-inspired solid colours, and opts instead for chromatic, exuberant prints, so cheerful nothing, not even the glum economic climate, could wear them down. Gorgeous over a skilfully bronzed skin, the Island Oasis infuses the traditional bandeau with bright pops of orange and aquamarine. Can you sense that gentle feeling of euphoria blowing over the beach?
Price: upon inquiry
Lise Charmel: Mind those eyes!
Revealing and glamorous, Lise Charmel’s passion-cut trikini will take your senses for a spin and drape your picture-perfect curves in the most stimulating shade to ever grace the dunes. This titillating ensemble is perfected by an ethnic jewel that’s sure to intrigue and obsess.
Price: 120 €
Maryan Mehlhorn: Beyond the coral reef
Leaving little to the imagination, with its plunging neckline and artfully accented clasps, Maryan Melhorn’s G-Alibi one-piece suit will wrap you whole in a tantalising shade of coral that’s sure to drive the boys to distraction. An all-around success!
Price: 165.95 €
Eres: Hollywood glamour
Eres’ latest creations evoke the glamour of Miami’s sun-bathed Art Deco palaces. We’ve fallen in love with their latest Hawaiian blue bikini, whose vintage cut takes us back to the roaring thirties, their nautical ballets, their brightly decorated hotels and their subtly opalescent swimming pools. Dive in!
Price: upon inquiry
Go for graphics
Bold contrasts, oversized patterns and geometric playfulness: such are the signature elements of this year’s black and white Riviera collection, available at Empreinte, the well-known plus-size specialists, who appear to have found fresh inspiration.
Price: top from 75 €, bottom, with adjustable waistband, 53 €.
Dosed: A touch of Brazil
As remote from Brazilian exuberance as can be, Dosed is going for a minimal collection, focusing on clean lines and understated cuts. A special mention goes to their ultra-clean, ultra-chic two-piece number, featuring a simple clasp in the back and candy-inspired polyester pearls.
Price: 180 €
Manuel Canovas: la vie en rose
Acid pink and a vertiginous neckline are but the latest steps on Manuel Canovas’ jubilant exploration of all things print. Playful, exuberant and guaranteed to cheer you up!
Price: 175 €
Pain de Sucre: keeping it simple
Pain de Sucre graces beach beauties the world over with yet another must-have. White as snow, the Didol effortlessly combines a simple push-up bra, wide straps and removable metallic accents, for a timeless look that’s guaranteed to please.
Price: 120 €