What: Bare Necessities’ new selection of tankinis, including flattering mix-and-match pieces like this brown-and-peach top (pair it with boy shorts or bikini bottoms), and this retro-looking halter.
Why: These bra-sized suits offer a just-right fit and just enough tummy coverage - and Bare Necessities is giving SheFinds readers free shipping on any swimwear order with coupon code SWIMSHEFINDS.
What: A Freya Vodka Chaser swimsuit, worth up to $140, from Bare Necessities’ new selection of gorgeous swimwear.
Why: BN just started carrying a fabulous array of sophisticated and supportive bra-sized swimwear, including the adorable two-piece above, which you can mix and match to get just the coverage you want: Choose the bikini top and boy short for a retro look, the tank and bikini brief if you’d rather not show your tummy, or vice versa.
And who wouldn’t want to skip the whole trying-on-bikinis-in-a-crowded-store process?
How: Just tell us in the comments section what combo you’d want if you won. Easy!
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Perhaps I’m woefully deluded, but I feel like the just-stepped-off-the-beach look is significantly more appealing than being all made-up and blow dried for a casual summer dinner. Or maybe I’m just lazy.
Add a chunky necklace to this knit strapless dress ($17, was $32) and you’re good to go.
This gauzy white cotton tunic ($171.50, was $245) is the sartorial definition of summer.
In navy blue, this ruffle-detail dress ($68) looks more formal.
A simple maxi dress ($48, was $64) turns into a legitimate outfit with a pair of earrings and metallic sandals.
When you’re done lounging, switch out the fabric sash on this DVF cover-up ($136.50, was $195) for a real belt.
I haven't worn a one-piece since the toddler years, when “one-piece” entailed a bottom only…so this sale seems like a good opportunity to get back into single-garment bathing suits, adult-style.
I'm a sucker for stand-out texture, and I love the way this suit's ($116.50, was $233) understated color pallete contrasts with its unusual metallic sheen.
Despite appearances, this bathing suit ($129.50, was $185) is actually pretty practical: it has underwire cups. Beach volleyball, anyone?
This maillot ($107.50, was $215) ties at the neck, so it's way more adjustable than your old swim-practice Speedo.
More sales and deals:
Bobbi Brown: Save 25% online today through June 11th
Yes, they’re sort of expensive for cover-ups, but very affordable for summer dresses – and we think you can wear the pieces below as both.
This Carmen Marc Valvo cover-up ($126, was $180) has thick enough straps to allow a bra underneath.
We like the feminine details on this cotton dress ($69, was $99), like puff sleeves and light embroidery.
DVF’s floral dress ($192.50, was $275) even has casual-night-out potential.
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If my Target is any indication, then Tracy Feith’s new offering for the GO International line is already a huge hit. Sitting next to full racks of Mossimo and Converse spring staples, the TF racks were decimated, with just a few items left. Feith, a surfer dude with an eye for bold floral prints and flirty silhouettes, kept his aesthetic rolling for the budget experiment, and the results were mostly good with one or two missteps.
Overall, a cute collection that definitely caters to the younger crowd, or at least to those who are young at heart with a great set of gams.
The Hooded Pullover ($25) makes a perfect beach cover-up in lightweight linen - plus it has a hood for extra sun protection. The flowing, A-line skirt on the black Strapless Dress ($45) gives it a dress up/dress down versatility. I also like the heart-shaped bodice, which lends a sweetness to the neckline.
The oversized flowers and color combos of the Canvas Print Skirt in Hawaiian Floral ($30) reminded me of a 70s muumuu at first glance, but this piece was actually adorable in person. The skirt has a nice weight, and a back zip with a bling-worthy TF pull. Paired with a white tank and gold sandals, this would be a great summer outfit.
Remember those missteps? I stared for a long time at the black Bloomer Shorts ($30), wondering who would be wearing these. Elastic around the thigh area is always dodgy even for the thinnest legs. Quality was my main issue with the Nylon Ripstop Jacket ($40). It looked intriguing from a distance - bright colors, fun hoodie - but as I got closer, it sort of morphed into a shoddy windbreaker that had shrunk in the dryer.
Summer hasn’t even started and you can already get some swimsuits on the cheap, thanks to sales at big retailers. Gap’s are particularly stylish this season.
I was actually a little taken aback at how chic this one-shoulder bathing suit ($50, was $65) is. Way to go, Gap.
The back of this halter one-piece ($15, was $60) is open like a bikini, but it still provides tummy coverage in the front.
A very simple swimsuit ($20, was $60) is still eye-catching in this bright teal color.
More sales and deals:
Couture Candy: 50% off select styles
We particularly like these three for their unfussy cuts and colors.
The perfectly restrained detail on this bikini ($80, was $160): thin leather straps on the halter.
We like the retro feel that fuller-cut bottoms give to this bikini ($85, was $170).
The ties on the bandeau and bottoms make this one ($81, was $162) totally adjustable.
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