It's that time of year again! Our flip-flops are getting a ton of wear, our park days are always looked forward to, we're all reevaluating our swimsuit rotations, and seeing our favorite stars on vacation—Dua Lipa in Cannes and Kylie Jenner in Turks & Caicos, for example—has filled us with both envy and inspiration. And, with vacations coming up ourselves, it's time that we get to shopping. If you're in a similar boat, we're here to help and hopefully make your shopping a bit less overwhelming.
We're shopping for swimsuits that make statements, both bold and subtle, whether that be through color, silhouettes, or textural details, and are intrigued by runway trends that seem to be translating over to the world of bathing suits. After a ton of online shopping, there are a few things we've noticed along the way: animal print truly is the trend that keeps on giving, the coquette aesthetic is forever, and unexpected textures are having their moment in the sun.
Ahead, 6 summer 2026 swimsuit trends to guide and inspire your shopping.
Reptilian Prints
Earlier this year, we called out snakeskin as a major fashion trend after its prominence on Fall/Winter 2026 runways. So, it's not entirely surprising that it's now surging as a major swimsuit trend. The print is sexy and a little mysterious and are available in fun, unexpected color-ways—Kylie Jenner in a pink snakeskin printed bikini, for example.
Metallics
Not a bright color person? Not a problem. If you still want to make a bit of a statement with your swimwear choices, considering going the metallic route. Co-signed by Dua Lipa, Kylie Jenner, and Bella Hadid, as well as designers like Versace, Rat & Boa, Normal Kamali, The Attico, and more, it's this trend's time to shine.
Texture Play
This season, we're playing with texture. Think ruched, seersucker, crinkled, and smocked fabrics, as well as eye-catching embellishments—anything that adds dimension and strays away from that smooth, traditional swimsuit material.
Coquette Details
The coquette aesthetic is forever and we're drawn to swimsuits with the sweetest of details: ruffles, bows, lace, and floral prints. The aesthetic is girlhood in the form of clothes—and in this case, swimwear. Consider incorporating these elements for a dainty and playful beach look.
Cold Shoulder
Ulla JohnsonThere's something about an off the shoulder or one shoulder detail that immediately elevates any look—swimwear included. If you tend to favor solid colored swimsuits, consider a one-shoulder silhouette (bonus points if it's ruffled) to add a little extra oomph.
A Walk On The Wild Side
@haileybieberSnakeskin isn't the only animal print translating over into swimwear—wild animal prints are trending, too. We're talking about leopard, tiger, zebra prints and more. As what we have described as the trend that keeps on giving, animal print serves sex appeal, glamour, and edge all at once—and now, it's time to take those elements to the pool or beach.
