JUST like the recent fashion trends for other types of clothing, swimwear is leaning heavily on the past, particularly the ’70s, ’90s, and early ’00s eras. Think: popping neon colors, groovy abstract prints, generally fabulous Versace-esque aesthetics, slinky styles, and totally extra add-ons. Here are 2021’s hottest swimwear trends.

Neon

Bright colors are having a major moment. Now is the time to quite literally light up the beach in yellow, electric blue, hot pink, orange and purple. Even better if the shades combine with the ’90s silhouettes of square necklines, high-cut bikini bottoms, and athletic-leaning styles.

Oceana

Crisp whites, soft blues, and general water vibes will make a perfect selfie on the sand. These ocean-inspired cool shades and prints are refreshing and will look right at home next to their natural habitat.

Geometric

Cubist patterns, distorted checks, wavy linear designs, and other trippy patterns are popular this summer. Why opt for a solid color when you can be all funky with multiple tones in cool formations? Don’t be surprised when you go for a snorkel wearing this style of suit and get interrupted by lots of fish trying to give you compliments on your groovy look.

Old-school Boho

This trend is all about the details, like lots of fringe, braiding, retro halter necklines, ruching and neutral colors, which absolutely scream “free spirit” and “this would go great with a crochet cover-up.”

Traveler

If “jet-set” were a print, this would be it. You’ll feel like a fancy world traveler in some sepia-toned Hollywood classic while wearing these plant- and animal-inspired designs. Even if you’re just wearing them under your backyard sprinkler, these suits will have you fantasizing about all the places you want to visit as soon as it’s safe to do so.

Tie-dye

Remember when tie-dye was your quarantine hobby until you stained your bathtub? These swimsuits will make up for it. Now it’s time for the tie-dye job to enter a new season of life, by brightening up pools, lakes and oceans with its rainbow color scheme. One reason why these colors are so popular is that they are flattering on everyone.

Pastel floral

The delicate flower patterns are classic, which are paired with edgy shapes, cool fabric mashups and unexpected accents to bring out a refreshing piña colada feel.

(SD-Agencies)