Summer’s winding down, so go out with a bang at those Labor Day pool parties you’ve got coming up – for this week’s Freebie Friday, we’re giving one very lucky reader a colorful swimsuit from swimwear favorite, Tibi, and two products (an anti-perspirant and body mist) from Degree’s new Fine Fragrance Collection. This suit’s so cute it’ll actually make you want to swim laps, and the scents from Degree will keep you looking and smelling fresh straight into fall. All you’ve got to do to enter is let us know where you’d wear the swimsuit. Pretty easy, huh? Get going, there’s only one day left.

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What: A designer swimsuit from Tibi, master of all things summery and Miami Fashion Week mainstay, plus an anti-perspirant and body mist from Degree Women’s new Fine Fragrance Collection.

Why: We were at the show that Tibi and Degree Women put on for Miami Fashion Week, so we know that just like Tibi’s fresh, fun designs, the new Degree scents (Classic Romance, Sexy Intrigue, and Delicious Bliss, which inspired the designs above) are perfect for summer.

Fragrance guru Ann Gottlieb helped develop the scents, so the matching body mists and anti-perspirants aren’t just affordable, they also smell legitimately delicious

How: Post a comment below about where you’d wear the swimsuit (either in reality or on a not-yet-accessible dream vacay) and we’ll enter you to win the suit and the Degree Women goods.

1. Post a comment about where you’d wear your Tibi swimsuit.

2. You must supply us with a valid email address and sign up for the SheFinds newsletter.

3. The contest starts now and entries must be date stamped by our
server no later than Friday, August 14th, 2009 at 11:59 AM Eastern Time to be eligible.

4. One winner will be selected during a random drawing and will be
announced in the August 18th SheFinds newsletter. The winner must reply via email as instructed in the newsletter to claim the prize.

5. No prize substitutions.

6. You must be 18 years old or older to enter and a resident of the USA.

7. No purchase necessary.

8. Void where prohibited.

9. Click here for the full rules.

10. Specific prize design subject to availability.

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I had to stop myself from wearing my swimsuit to the office today. After spending some time at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week SWIM in Miami Beach last week, wearing next to nothing seems like the most natural thing in the world. The sexier, stripped down sister of New York Fashion Week, Miami’s spin had models sashaying around a pool-turned-catwalk in the skimpiest of summer fashions.

The Scene:

Bold was the new black as far as Miami street (or poolside) style was concerned. There was nary an LBD to be found in the sea of flowy, resort-chic maxi dresses in over-the-top, bright patterns. From the opening night swimwear strutters to the Chambord-sipping scenesters milling around the tents, it became obvious that tie-dye is back.

If you’re onboard with the look, don’t go too hippie—choose something subtle and with only a couple of colors, like Arden B’s raspberry twist-strap maxi ($38).

Another trend spotted: the harem pant jumpsuit. If you’ve got that no-inhibitions Miami style going for you, check out Alex Lane’s navy silk jumpsuit ($345).

The Show:

Tibi designer Amy Smilovic decided to take some design scent-spiration from Degree’s new beach bag-worthy line of body mists and deodorants, and three delish scents (Delicious Bliss, Sexy Intrigue, Classic Romance)  inspired three eye-popping suits.

You can score Degree’s new fine fragrance products at Drugstore.com, but you’ll have to wait for 2010 to snag the corresponding Tibi beachwear. In the meantime, we have plenty of options for you to choose from.

The Celebs:

Wouldn’t you know it, there were zero Kardashian sightings. C’mon, lesser K’s, are you really doing so well for yourselves that you don’t feel the need to plug your Miami-based reality show? Instead, the front-and-center seats went to Real Housewife Kelly Bensimon, who was seated next to The City’s Olivia Palermo and Make Me a Supermodel mentor Nicole Trunfio. Whitney Port made an appearance, and so did Old School and Entourage actress Perrey Reeves.

Check out our celeb guides to catch up on some star style.

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What: Bra-size bikinis at Bare Necessities from C to GG cups, including this printed underwire halter ($56) from Freya, and a shocking pink number ($62) by Panache.

Why: Imagine walking (Running, even! Or maybe just a light skip) down the beach without constantly readjusting your bikini top.

These bra-sized swimsuits are lined and supportive, and built to be flattering on larger busts.

Plus, Bare Necessities is giving SheFinds readers free shipping on any order with coupon code SWIMSHEFINDS.

How: Click here to start shopping their whole swim collection, and remember to enter SWIMSHEFINDS at checkout.

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Even though you’re just gearing up to wear your suits, they’ve been in stores for months already, which means that now even the good ones are deeply discounted.

True to theOutnet form, sizes are limited, so don’t delay.

I love the quiet print on this Diane von Furstenberg swimsuit ($74 from $185.)

This Melissa Odabash swimsuit comes in a very sophisticated color for a very good price ($61 from $175.)

For not so basic black, try this Zimmerman bikini ($95 from $190.).  The heart cut-out keeps things cute and clever, while the top provides pretty full overall coverage.

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What: Bare Necessities’ brand new collection of sophisticated, slimming Miraclesuits, including our two favorites below: the strapless Barcelona one-piece ($134) and the classic-cut Avanti one-piece ($134)

Why: These suits have firm-control panels around the torso, built-in bras, and some very strategic ruching to camouflage any unnecessary bumps. And looking “10 lbs lighter in 10 seconds” can be particularly helpful after one too many vacation daiquiris.

Plus, Bare Necessities is giving SheFinds readers free shipping on any order with coupon code SWIMSHEFINDS.

How: Click here to start shopping their whole swim collection. And don’t forget to enter that coupon code at checkout.

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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.

How: Click here to start shopping.

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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!

1. Post a comment about what Freya Vodka Chaser bikini you’d want. Winner’s preference will be furnished pending availability.

2. You must supply us with a valid email address and sign up for the SheFinds newsletter.

3. The contest starts now and entries must be date stamped by our
server no later than Friday, June 26th, 2009 at 11:59 AM Eastern Time
to be eligible.

4. One winner will be selected during a random drawing and will be
announced in the June 30th SheFinds newsletter. The winner must reply
via email as instructed in the newsletter to claim the prize.

5. No prize substitutions.

6. You must be 18 years old or older to enter and a resident of the USA.

7. No purchase necessary.

8. Void where prohibited.

9. Click here for the full rules.

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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.

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