And just like that, summer is on the horizon. After months of braving the cold, there’s perhaps no better feeling than basking in the sun in a cute swimsuit. Naturally, half the fun of summer lies in curating a foolproof swimwear lineup. Even though the season is still a ways off, a fresh wave of trends is already taking shape—ready to be packed for a Euro vacation.
Many sought-after silhouettes are an extension of broader fashion trends. Case in point: polka dots. Yes, the perennial print is making a splash (pun intended) in the swimwear scene, and brands like With Jéan and Reformation are capitalizing on the trend. Meanwhile, naked dressing continues to reign, so it’s no wonder retailers are honing in on skin-baring details such as lace-up designs and strategic cutouts.
Without further ado, scroll ahead for five swimwear trends destined to dominate Europe this summer. All that’s missing is an Aperol spritz.
Scallop
Scallop details were nearly inescapable in the 2010s, appearing on everything from shorts to skirts to dresses. While the once-ubiquitous style eventually fell out of favor, the detail is resurfacing—this time in the swimwear department. Thanks to brands like Marysia and LSpace, the trend feels less overtly preppy and decidedly chicer.
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LSPACE
Sunrise Shell Bikini Top
Zimmermann
Wanderlust Scallop
H&M
Padded Balconette Bikini Top
Marysia
Palm Springs Scalloped Bikini Top
H&M
One-Shoulder Padded-Cup Swimsuit
Beach Riot
Madison Scallop Bikini Top
Polka Dots
The polka-dot trend shows no signs of slowing down. After becoming a cornerstone of our closets for seasons, the motif is now entering the swimwear arena. Just ask Dua Lipa, a known fan of the dotted look. The best part about polka-dot swimwear? The design will never really go out of style.
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Frankies Bikinis
Tidal Polka Dot Bikini Top in Tuscany
With Jéan
Juni Bikini Bottom
Reformation
Riva Bikini Bottom
Massimo Dutti
Polka Dot Print Swimsuit
Montce
Emma Polka-Dot Bikini Top
Alexandra Miro
Lyra Swimsuit
Studded
Studs had a major moment last summer, adorning everything from handbags to sandals. Now, the edgy hardware is moving into the swimwear category, courtesy of brands like Hunza G and Norma Kamali. For an easy beach-to-boardwalk look, style a studded bikini with denim cutoffs and flip-flops.
Shop Studded Swimwear
Hunza G
Monica Lava Bikini in Black/Silver
Jaded London
Silvra Studded Bikini Top
ZARA
Ring Detail Bikini Top
Superdown
Hayden Studded One Piece
Lace Up
When Hailey Bieber gets behind a trend, it’s only a matter of time before it takes off. Enter lace-up swimwear. The Rhode founder donned the look earlier this year, throwing it back to the early 2000s with a vintage Roberto Cavalli one-piece. While her look nodded to the past, the market is currently brimming with fresh, modern takes on the lace-up silhouette.
Shop Lace-Up Swimwear
La Blanca
Lace-Up Underwire One-Piece Swimsuit
For Love & Lemons
Daisy One Piece Swimsuit
CAMILLA
Lace-Up Crystal-Embellished Printed Recycled Swimsuit
Shoshanna
Wave Texture Lace Up One Piece
Stylest
DreamSculpt Lace Up One Piece
Cutouts
No, cutout swimwear isn’t exactly groundbreaking. However, we’d argue the sultry look feels fresher than ever right now. Take Follow Suit, for instance, which designed one-piece suits with floral cutouts—recently spotted on Poppy in Netflix’s People We Meet on Vacation. For a more understated take, a bikini top or bottom with a hint of the skin-baring detail will do the trick.
Shop Cutout Swimwear
Follow Suit
The Flora One Piece
Abercrombie & Fitch
Starfish Cutout One-Piece Swimsuit
H&M
Padded-Cup High-Leg Swimsuit
CULT GAIA
Laidie One Piece
Onia
Ariel One Piece Swimsuit
Vitamin A
Terra Cutout Bikini Top








