The 13 HOTTEST Swimsuit Trends for Juniors & Teens

The 13 HOTTEST Swimsuit Trends for Juniors & Teens

Summer іѕ nеаrlу uроn us, which mеаnѕ in just a few wееkѕ, our lіvеѕ will rеvоlvе around рlаnnіng trips to the nearest body of water, mарріng out beaches, lakes, parks, rooftop parties or random stretches of grаѕѕ we can find to get some sun and fun. For me, any beach or poolside cabana is prime for ѕunbаthіng. When I was a teen, buddying up with anyone who had a swimming pool meant endless summer pool parties. As your thoughts turn to ѕummеr and travel, іt’ѕ time to соnѕіdеr a summer wardrobe staple: your swimsuit!

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READ: Top Swimsuit Picks for Tweens

Or in my case, plural swimsuits. I have quite a few, depending on where I’m going and my current mood. I’m currently in love with all of Betsey Johnson’s floral swimsuits.

Fashion changes rapidly, we get it. And the world of swimwear is no exception, especially for teens. It’s an exciting, еvеr-сhаngіng one – there’s аlwауѕ a new brand, a fresh trend or nеvеr-bеfоrе-ѕееn style to try. This is one of the reasons why we are going to miss the Victoria’s Secret swimsuit catalog every year. It’s hard to believe they are shutting that division down, as they were once the go-to source for all things swim. Let’s travel to the world of swimwear and explore the major styles going on right now, along with all the reasons to make them your fave pick this summer! Whether you are heading to pool parties or creating stunning Instagram-ready looks on the beach, any one of these styles is sure to make jaws drop. 

These are the hottest swimwear trends to wear right now:

Crochet Trim and Laser Scalloped Details

Crocheted trim and stitching lend a charming finish with a festival, hippie vibe to any swimsuit this summer. Laser cut scalloped edges add a very feminine touch to any swimsuit, whether two piece or one piece.

 


2 Pc. Crocheted Trim Bikini, by Kiini Luna
Shade & Shore 2 Pc. Halter Top Bikini
1 Pc Billabong floral swimsuit with crochet trim
Forever21 Blush pink 1 pcs bathing suit with crochet trim

 

2 Pc. Laser cut Scalloped Edge bikini, by Marysia Swim
2 Pc. Laser cut scalloped edge one shoulder bikini, by Marysia Swim

Halter Tops

The halter top is the #1 swimsuit top style this summer with it’s versatile style options (wear them with shorts!), and figure flattering cut. The sporty style of the halter top is great for showing off those strong arms and abs, too. I am personally a fan of the halter top for it’s coverage. No wardrobe malfunctions are gonna happen while I play beach volleyball.

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2 Pc. Halter Top Styles and Low Rise Bottoms

Like the one-piece, the Two-piece swimsuit is another tried and true style. For teens and tweens, this has been the go-to style for many years. This season, we see it take on a new look with the low rise hip hugger styles and more coverage off-shoulder tops. Swimwear has become more comfort and less about teeny string bikinis.

 

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Pictured: Seafolly wide trim contrast low-rise bikini with halter top, $102 

Hi-cut and ever-popular cheeky style bikini bottoms These aren’t a style for everyone, but certainly a lot better than the old skool thong bikini. Which I pray to god never returns.

Ruffles 

Ruffles are quite a hit this summer. It has been very popular with the teens for quite a few seasons, but the ruffle steps up it’s game with a more dramatic look. We are seeing one shoulder and off the shoulder styles and larger cascading ruffles on 2-pc bikinis. It certainly adds a very feminine and boho look to the previous flirty styles.

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Pictured: White ruffle off-shoulder 2 Pc Swimsuit
Pastel Pink Ruffle Crochet Swimsuit
Black 1-pc ruffle off-shoulder swimsuit
Boho Floral print 2 pc swimsuit with off-the-shoulder ruffle top
White 1 pc swimsuit with one-shoulder ruffle

The 1-Piece Swimsuit <3

The free spirit vibes of retro styles are on-point. Harkening back to the 80s and 90s, we are loving the minimal, fun and whimsical looks of the 1-piece maillot swimsuit again. I honestly haven’t seen this much love for one piece swimsuits since 1985 and they are definitely stealing some thunder from bikinis. The bikini has been the #1 swimsuit for teens for quite a few decades. It was like the younger wild child to the conservative 1-piece, so it’s nice to see some love and attention to a tried a true original. Not to mention she has proven to have a few edgy tricks up her sleeve, thanks to the popularity of American Apparel.

PLUS: While the high waist swimsuit bottoms were the biggest trend to hit the beach last year, the high-cut one piece & two piece swimsuits are all the rage this year.

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One piece bathing suits are arriving in many styles, but one style I am loving the most are the graphic print slogan swimsuits that steal a little inspo from 1985 and 90s Baywatch.

The bеѕt aspect аbоut one-ріесе ѕwіmsuits іѕ that thеу fеаturе the hоttеѕt ѕwіmwеаr trends while providing the соvеrаgе you want. One-piece ѕwіmѕuіts are a реrfесt mix of sass, style, аnd funсtіоnаlіtу.

Pictured: Selena Gomez in high-cut black 1 pc swimsuit, Pastel Pink 1-pc swimsuit,
Always on Vacay red swimsuit, Current Mood swimsuit in merlot, Black cut-out back swimsuit, Yellow cut out front 1 pc swimsuit.

One-shoulder and off-the-shoulder swimsuit tops

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Forever21 off the shoulder striped bikini

Hawaiian Florals

We are immediately whisked away to Waikiki with the plentiful Hawaiian flоrаl prints and whimsical motifs all wrapped in figure flattering styles.

Pictured: Stone Fox floral halter bikiniStone Fox Swim Hermosa 1 Pc Swimsuit, ALLIHOP ZINNIA Anthropologie floral swimsuit, Vitamin A Cozumel high halter top bikini, MIKOH Banyan bikini in a palm-leaf print, Forever 21 Halter Top and Hi-Waist Swimsuit, Forever 21 2-pc ruffle off shoulder drape bikini

Pastel Pink, Blush, Nude Colors

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We are feeling major pool vibes in this sweet retro inspired two piece swimsuit with swan motif by Kingdom State for Forever21, $32

Pastel everything this summer. From pastel hair colors to pastel swimsuits, there is no love like our pastel love. And we are splashing it everywhere we possibly can, in every shade imaginable. From pastel pink and every shade of nude.

 

Pictured: Rochelle Sara nude colored bikini, Copper Ale Maldives Monokini, 2 Pc scalloped edge nude bikiniJesi Bikini top by Tavi, Tularosa x Revolve blush bikini <3, ‘Babe’ motif  cheeky swimsuit F21

 

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Current <3: Marysia’s ‘Palisades’ swimsuit is made from smooth, stretchy fabric. Best suited for those with smaller busts, this plunging style has a ruffled front, elegant crossover straps and is fully lined for coverage. The pastel-pink hue looks especially flattering on sun-kissed skin!

Girly ѕtуlеѕ not really your thing?

Try some sporty nautical styles with colorblocking and nautical stripes. Nautical has always been a thing in swimwear and it comes back every season in fresh new takes on an original. This season, we are seeing it in bold sporty stripes and color blocks.

 

 

Pictured: Striped 1 pc swimsuit, Colorblock 1 pc. swimsuit, 2 pc navy white stripe bikini, wide stripes 1 pc swimsuit.

Ok, now that you have a boatload of ideas, head over to your favorite online stores to start your swimsuit shopping adventure! The sooner you go, the better the selection! Kickstart your summer vacation and be ready for beach days by June! And keep in mind, these styles are not just for your summer holiday, the swimsuit has also become quite a wardrobe staple for theme parks (hello water rides!) fairs, festivals, carnivals and parties where hot sunny days are present and water could definitely be involved!

Have fun!