I'm a one-piece swimsuit girl through and through—there is something so effortlessly chic and versatile about them. Picture this: after a day at the beach, you can throw on a skirt, jeans, or shorts and head straight to dinner because, just like that, your bathing suit became a bodysuit. No need to bring extra layers, just complete and utter ease.
The one-piece bathing suit was the original style of swimwear designed for women. This was back in the Victorian era where women were expected to cover up, even when submerged in a body of water. In the ‘50s and with the help of old Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe, the one-piece swimsuit was finally considered sexy and fashionable rather than just practical.
Celebrities and designers see the everlasting appeal of the one-piece, too. With luxury brands like Prada, Burberry, Miu Miu, and Saint Laurent—with a notable campaign starring Hailey Bieber—offering modern, chic, and trend-driven one-piece swimsuits, it's clear that they reserve a permanent spot in fashion.
Summer 2026 Swimsuit Trends:
Summer 2026 swimsuit trends are embracing a general boldness. While a classic and minimal Baywatch-inspired one-piece will forever be a great choice, this year is all about prints, colors, texture, and intriguing design elements. We've seen some of our favorite it girls embracing snakeskin, leopard print, metallic colors, and coquette-inspired details like ruffles, lace, and florals, in the form of swimwear. This is, in my opinion, a testament to the impact Summer has on fashion—something about the heat has feeling bolder and more keen on taking fashion risks.
Ahead, 10 chic one-piece swimsuits to shop this season.
1. Maygel Coronel Trinitaria Cutout Halter One-Piece Swimsuit
For me, this Maygel Coronel swimsuit has not one, not two, but three intriguing design elements. The first is the halter neck, the second is the three rosettes placed throughout, and the third is the cutout details.
2. Simon Miller Behati One Piece
While this Simon Miller swimsuit comes in a clean, minimal silhouette, the available patterns offer a bold element. Available in three contrasting striped patterns as well as one polka dot, this swimsuit is bright, fun, and everything we love about summer.
3. Johanna Ortiz Embroidered Swimsuit
This Johanna Ortiz swimsuit is undeniably chic. This black, strapless piece would be minimal if not for the rope embroidery detail that completely elevates it.
4. Cala de la Cruz La Isla Audrey One-Piece Swimsuit
Cala de la Cruz aims to make summer pieces that exude joy—and this one-piece swimsuit is no exception. The combination of green, gold, pink, purple, and orange, paired with the high straight neckline makes this so worthy of a moment on a tropical beach.
5. Agua By Agua Bendita Durazno Azucar printed One-Piece
Printed in flowers inspired by the countryside and featuring a square neckline with slim straps, this swimsuit is sweet, elegant, romantic, and akin to a work of art.
6. Adriana Degreas Beaded Halter Neck Swimsuit
Something about beaded details on swimsuits just feel so right. This Adriana Degreas swimsuit comes in the perfect and warmest burgundy red, features a halter neck detail, and is complete with a plunging neckline adorned with beads.
7. Prada Interlock Knit One-Piece Swimsuit
Sometimes all you need is a classic black one-piece swimsuit complete with a sqaure neckline and spaghetti straps—and adorned with the metal Prada triangle logo.
8. Montce Jacelyn Plaid Ruffled Swimsuit
From lace to ruffles to prints that epitomize girlhood, coquette inspired details are trending in swimwear. And, if you're looking to try the trend for yourself, this Montce swimsuit is the perfect place to star. This one-piece comes in a bright blue plaid print, features lace ruffle details, and a bow in the center.
9. Jacquemus Le Maillot Bastide Polka-Dot Swimsuit
When it comes to pattern trends, polka dots are forever. The navy blue base is home to white polka dots and hearts throughout and the suit is complete with a halter neckline.
10. Hunza G Adriana Beaded Swim
Hunza G is known for their original crinkle material that offers ultimate stretch and comfort. As the proud owner of this exact swimsuit in brown, I can attest to the comfort—and the chicness of the halter neck, deep plunge, and bead details.