While some love a cut-out glamorous designs, some are faithful to their Hunza G-inspired crinkle option, and there will always be a place in our vacay wardrobe for a classic little black cossie, there’s something about a pretty swimsuit that we’re always drawn to. It’s a quick ticket to that free-spirited summer boho mood, salty hair and sandy toes welcome. So, we’ve rounded up the best, from sweet frilled options to classic ditsy prints, pastel hues to candy stripes. Scroll to shop the edit…


If you’re in the market for a swimwear update, be smart and know to buy now – those perfect pieces sell out quickly, even if summer still feels a way off.

This year, it’s all about pastel shades, pretty ruffles, and charming prints – perhaps its the lasting effect of the return of Chloé’s boho era – and a delightful change from our usual black.

This summer is all about pastel shades, pretty ruffles, and charming prints.

The high street has some brilliant, budget-friendly options, like & Other Stories’s super-flattering ruched ditsy print (we detachable straps to minimize tan lines), and Free People’s fun ruffled-legged buttermilk yellow option.

And as brilliant as they look on the beach paired with sticky SPF and a sandy bottom, they look equally great with denim shorts or a white maxi skirt for effortless summer chic.

If you’re investing in your beachwear, explore the collection of one of our fashion favourites, Ulla Johnson (think vintage prints) and committed resortwear brand, Peony, (soft, sustainable hues). And don’t overlook the collab of the summer, a colliding of two French favourites, Sézane and Ysé; their Été Indien swimsuit, with its vintage-inspired colourway, twisted halterneck and fun florals is retro perfection. We’re picturing it with frayed denim shorts, raffia bag, and a silk headscarf.

Scroll to shop our top pretty swimsuits…

Sézane’s collaboration with Ysé hits the sweet spot between sultry shapes and nostagic prints.

A classic ditsy print with a structured bra top will add a vintage feel to cut-off denim shorts between sea dips.

Committed resortwear brand, Peony, is all about soft, sustainable hues and pretty prints.

Almost bedpread-style chinzy prints make this pretty one-piece really special.

model wearing floral swimsuit

Ysé is the brand to look at if you want classic French girl chic… but on vacation.

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