7 New Swimwear Trends in the Philippines to Try This 2018 Show off that sizzling bod with these fresh swimsuit styles!
Heading to your favorite summer hideaway with friends entails keeping a list of your travel essentials. There are the necessities: beach towel, flip-flops, sunscreen, and, for women, bikinis. The last is almost a given, because how else are you going to flaunt that beach body you worked so hard for? Nowadays, more and more bikini designs are coming out of the market to cater to different body types. To help you pick the best bikini for your next summer escapade, we list some of the best swimwear trends for 2018 below. Check them out!
1. Mesh Bikini Top Where to buy: H&M Price: PhP999
The bikini top comes in two colors: white and dark khaki green, pictured above.
For the busty gals out there who want an extra layer of protection, try this mesh bikini top from H&M. The mesh design allows you to flaunt a little skin without revealing your chest too much. The two-layer bikini top is made from 100% polyester and has no fasteners at the back so it feels like a sports bra, and the mesh detail complements this sports look just as well. The bikini top is sold separately from its matching bottom.
2. Amour One Piece Suit Where to buy: Forever 21 Price: USD19.90 or approximately PhP1,038.68
You’ll definitely “love” wearing the “Amour” one-piece to your next beach trip
One-piece swimsuits are the top choice for women who want to show off some skin without baring their midriff. If you want to show off your toned arms and legs but still feel a little bit reserved about your stomach area, you can try this one-piece suit from Forever 21. Sporting a sheeny finish, this swimsuit gives its wearer a slender silhouette with a low scoop on the back for added sex appeal. Read: Beach OOTD! Bikinis Perfect for Your Body Types
3. Embroidered Mesh One-Piece Where to buy: Forever 21 Price: USD32.90 or approximately PhP1,717.22
This stretch-knit one piece also has a scoop neckline.
Wearing a floral swimsuit never goes out of style. Usually, floral designs are printed into the fabric, but this piece from Forever 21 has the flower motif embroidered into a mesh material, giving off a classy feminine look. The elegance is given a playful twist by the adjustable cami straps with a crisscross back. Tall girls with legs for days will surely dig the bikini’s high-leg design.
4. Metallic Triangle Bikini Where to buy: Forever 21 Price: USD15.90 or approximately PhP829.74
This extra chic metallic bikini comes in gold and pink.
The sun won’t be the only thing that will be shining this summer when you sport this metallic triangle bikini. While the design might be simple, this bikini top’s vibrant and glossy finish glimmers through and through once you step out into the sun. The cami straps are simple and they are adjustable as well, and the top features a swan hook closure at the back. This bikini top is sold separately from its matching bottom.
5. Botanical Swim Halter One-Piece Where to buy: Uniqlo Price: PhP1,490
Uniqlo began its collaboration with Princess Tam Tam in May 2017.
For ladies with smaller frames and features, this one-piece from Uniqlo will suit you perfectly. It has halter straps that can be tied into a knot and a delicate tropical print. A high-waist cut at the back makes it suited for ladies with smaller backsides. Meanwhile, the neckline’s V-neck design is perfect for flat-chested women. This bikini is part of Uniqlo’s new line in collaboration with French women’s wear brand Princesse Tam Tam. Read: 7 Style Commandments for Men and Women This Summer
6. The Tala set Where to buy: Balud Maynila Price: PhP1,990
Balud is a Masbateño word for “big wave,” an apt name for those who are fond of the furious seas.
Balud Maynila’s collection of dainty swimsuits first took the spotlight after Bela Padilla wore one of their designs for a magazine cover. Soon after, the local brand got recognized all around the country for their fashionable bikinis. One of the more buzzworthy pieces is their Tala Set. While the swimsuit bears basic colors, the intricate embellishments give anyone who wears it an extra dash of sophistication.
7. Striped Embroidered Bikini Where to buy: TopShop Price: USD61.00 or approximately PhP3,185.42
The bikini set only comes in one color, but the design is perky nonetheless.
You can add a pop of color to your swimwear with this TopShop striped and embroidered bikini set. The set you buy includes both the bikini top and bottom, and both pieces come in a light blue color accented with white stripes and a floral embroidery design. The top is in bandeau style and has adjustable straps, and it also has a clasp closure at the back. The bottom comes with a high leg fit, perfect for showing off your beach-ready bums. Check out our list of bikini and swimsuit stores in Metro Manila or browse the Fashion & Apparel category of the ShoppersGuide Directory. These swimwear trends for 2018 are definitely invading the Philippines! Which of these swimsuits will you be wearing on your next beach adventure? Tell us in the comment section below! All photos were taken from the official websites of the featured brands.