One-piece swimsuits are iconic swimwear items that have withstood competition from bikinis, tankinis, and rash guards. A likely reason for this is that the one-piece has moved with fashion, to incorporate some of the latest designs of swimwear. Instead of being classed as boring and frumpy, the one-piece swimsuit is now sexy and sultry and of course, very comfortable.
The one-piece swimsuit is an extremely versatile piece that can go anywhere you want it to go. Even though they look best on a sandy Caribbean beach, they can function as tops and paired with tropical sarongs, beach wraps, shorts, skirts, pants and jeans. As long as there is warm weather, it’s time for a one-piece swimsuit. It is a classic swimsuit that should be added to your travel essentials shopping list.
Types of Swimsuits
When you consider the various features of swimsuits, it can be a task to decide which one to buy. When shopping, you have to choose many options such bra type, chest padding, bottom type, neckline, colour, style, patterns, details and of course, the price and size.
- Bra Type: Bra types can be push-up, wireless, triangle, micro-bra or underwire.
- Chest Padding: The bra type can be further personalised with removable padding, fixed padding; or no padding.
- Bottom Type: The different types of bottoms include full coverage; shorts; high cut; bikini, hipster, cheeky, natural, skirt, high-waist, tie-side, v-string and thongs.
- Neckline: The neckline of a swimsuit can make it wearable almost everywhere. Options include high neck; asymmetrical neck; square neck; scoop neck; V neck; plunge neck; straps; bandeau; halter; one shoulder; off the shoulder; hooded; and stand collar.
- Colour: Choosing the perfect swimsuit colour is simple as long as you stick to the colours that you love. Base colours include blue, green, pink, red, purple, orange, yellow, black, white, grey, brown, and khaki.
- Patterns: Swimsuit colours and patterns go hand in hand. Some of the more popular patterns are plain, floral, graphic, geometric, tropical, animal print, stipes, colour block, flag, tribal, polka dot, plaid, paisley, chevron, houndstooth and chevron.
- Style: The style of a one-piece swimwear will also determine if you can wear it outside of the beach. Styles are usually classified as elegant, sporty, sexy, cute, casual and boho.
- Details: The details of swimsuits are strictly based on personal preference. You may prefer ruffles, cut outs, contrast binding, zippers, tie fronts, rings, belts, frills, ruched, eye lets, embroidery, buckles or any other accessory.
- Size: One-piece swimsuits are for everyone and usually range from sizes extra-small to 5XL.