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Must-Have Swimwear For Summer 2025

29 | 05 | 2025

 

Dive into summer with PrettyLittleThing swimwear.

 

From must-have bikinis to trending swimwear, these are the most popular swimwear styles for summer 2025.

 

Starting with one of the most searched swim questions right now – what are some stylish and practical swimwear trends for summer 2025?

Here are the top 5 swim trends for summer 2025:

Butter Yellow Swimwear

Butter yellow continues to be the colour of the season so it’s no surprise to see it trending for swimwear too.

Butter Yellow Boomerang Tanga Bikini Bottoms image 3

Butter Yellow Plunge Triangle Seam Detail Bikini Top

Butter Yellow Boomerang Tanga Bikini Bottoms

Butter Yellow Crinkle Strappy Swimsuit image 3

Butter Yellow Crinkle Strappy Swimsuit

Butter Yellow Floaty Woven Boat Neck Maxi Beach Dress image 1

Butter Yellow Floaty Woven Boat Neck Maxi Beach Dress

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Florals

But not as you know them.

Dainty floral detailing is an emerging trend for summer 2025 swimwear.

Understated chic – perfect for poolside (and if you’re in your bridal era right now).

White Halter Neck Plunge Belted Swimsuit image 1

White Halter Neck Plunge Belted Swimsuit

White Ruched Flower Trim Swimsuit image 1

White Ruched Flower Trim Swimsuit

White Flower Applique Knit Maxi Beach Dress image 1

White Flower Applique Knit Maxi Beach Dress

 

Monochrome Swimwear

Monochrome is a key colour trend for 2025 swimwear. Minimal yet maximum impact.

White Contrast Binding One Shoulder Cut Out Swimsuit image 3

White Contrast Binding One Shoulder Cut Out Swimsuit

Black Crinkle Contrast Binding Triangle Bikini Top image 1

Black Crinkle Contrast Binding Triangle Bikini Top

Black Crinkle Contrast Binding Tie Side Bikini Bottoms

White Contrast Binding Triangle Bikini Top image 1

White Contrast Binding Triangle Bikini Top

White Contrast Binding Tie Side Bikini Bottom

 

Cut Outs & Hardware 

One-pieces with interesting details like cutouts or hardware are a must-have for summer 2025.

Cream Textured Flower Trim Plunge Swimsuit image 1

Cream Textured Flower Trim Plunge Swimsuit

Black Cut Out Hip Detail Swimsuit image 1

Black Cut Out Hip Detail Swimsuit

Stone Bandeau Cut Out Tie Swimsuit image 1

Stone Bandeau Cut Out Tie Swimsuit

Black Loop One Shoulder Swimsuit image 1

Black Loop One Shoulder Swimsuit

 

Crinkle Swimwear

A timeless addition to any swimwear collection due to its naturally flattering fabric.

This style of swim is also great if your sizing switches regularly. Timeless (quite literally).

White Crinkle Triangle Bikini Top image 1

White Crinkle Triangle Bikini Top

White Crinkle Double Tie Side Bikini Bottoms

Rust Crinkle Plunge Swimsuit image 1

Rust Crinkle Plunge Swimsuit

Cream Crinkle Plunge Swimsuit image 1

Cream Crinkle Plunge Swimsuit

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What kind of bikinis are trending this summer?

Beaded Bikinis

Golden hour looks good on you, and so will a beaded bikini.

Multi Blurred Print Bead Trim Triangle Bikini Top image 1

Multi Blurred Print Bead Trim Triangle Bikini Top

Multi Blurred Print Bead Trim Tie Side Bikini Bottoms

 

Crochet 

Textures that will have temperatures rising.

Olive Crochet Overlay Triangle Bikini Top image 4

Olive Crochet Overlay Triangle Bikini Top

Olive Crochet Overlay Tie Side Bikini Bottoms

 

Beach Skirts

From beach bar to beach club, complete your bikini look with a PrettyLittleThing beach skirt.

White Textured Front Tie Beach Sarong image 1

White Textured Front Tie Beach Sarong

 

What are the popular swimwear styles for summer 2025?

From trend led styles to swimwear that you’ll reach for time & time again, here are 5 popular swimwear styles for summer 2025:

Mix & Match Bikinis

Ideal for those who like to switch up their swim styles.

Pair different fits, cuts, and shapes to create your perfect swim set (and pack light this holiday season).

Cream Mix & Match Tie Side Bikini Bottoms image 3

Cream Mix & Match Tie Side Bikini Bottoms

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Tanga Bikini Bottoms

Tanga bikini bottoms are highly cut on the sides giving a similar style to thong bikinis (but with slightly more coverage).

White Monochrome Floral Tanga Bikini Bottoms image 1

White Monochrome Floral Bead Detail Triangle Bikini Top

White Monochrome Floral Tanga Bikini Bottoms

 

Asymmetrical One-Shoulder Swim

A new take on the classic swimsuit.

Blue One Shoulder Underwired Swimsuit image 1

Blue One Shoulder Underwired Swimsuit

 

Bandeau Tops

SPF and tan line free shoulders thanks to strapless bandeau bikini tops.

Burgundy Stripe Tanga Bikini Bottoms image 1

Burgundy Stripe U Bar Bandeau Bikini Top

Burgundy Stripe Tanga Bikini Bottoms

 

High-Waisted Bottoms 

Last but not least.

High-waisted bottoms continue to be popular for their flawless flattering fit.

Plus Black Basic Bandeau Bikini Top image 1

Plus Black Basic Bandeau Bikini Top

Plus Black Basic High Waist Bikini Bottom

 

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