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Flirty & Flattering: Latest in Swimwear
By : Betsy Sanchez
Get ready to have some fun while soaking up the warm rays this summer with a unique assortment of sexy swimwear by designers who utilize the latest in style and colors to show off your best assets.
Brazilian Booty
Brazil has long been hailed for having the sexiest swimwear around, and it’s no surprise since the country boasts great weather and pristine tropical beaches—a veritable sun worshiper’s paradise. So if you’ve been working extra hard at keeping your bod in shape this year, why not reward yourself by sporting an alluring Poko Pano biquini—the latest craze! This summer’s theme combines playful cartoon animations with bold colors, lollypop swirls, vibrant stripes and original designs that make for one-of-a-kind bikinis! Poko Pano’s Playful Universe collection is available at select stores and boutiques. pokopano.com.br
If barely there is what you’re after, then check out Bikinis Brazil at bikinisbrazil.com—wearing one of their suits is bound to blow your competition off the beach and into the water! This Brazilian company makes all their swimwear by hand with only superior fabrics. And as an added bonus, their website offers an exclusive service that allows shoppers to custom design their own bikinis, as well as duplicate their favorite swimsuits.
Sunny Delights
South Florida-based Ritchie Swimwear is still going strong into its 25th year. Just in time for summer, the swimwear fashionistas are showcasing an edgier look using unusual cuts and fabrics. All their designs come in a wide variety of matching tops, bottoms and cover-ups that can be mixed and matched to your whim. Online customers (ritchieswimwear.com) will be pleased with all the innovate features that simplify their shopping experience. Don’t forget to click on “Tell-Me!” for the lowdown on your favorite swimsuit.
When fashion photographer Brian Kip got tired of hearing his models complain about bikinis that felt like sandpaper, he took matters into his own hands and created K.I.P. Swimwear (headquartered in South Florida). The line features a collection of bold, vibrant solids and sexy, eye-catching prints that are great for getting a little extra attention while sunbathing.
“The industry needed a shape up…I believe that women want to look their best at a price they can afford, and that’s exactly what we’re doing,” explains Kip. For a peek at their sexy swimwear and cool events—like fashion shows and contests—browse their website at kipswimwear.com.
Slim Pickings
Worried about the perennial last 10 pounds to shed? The makers of the amazing Miraclesuit are dedicated to making women look great no matter what their size or shape. The Miraclesuit promises to make you look 10 pounds lighter in 10 seconds—the amount of time it takes one to don one. The slimming suit contours, shapes, slims, and firms the body thanks to its unique fabric, Miratex, which has three times more Lycra spandex than that of traditional swimwear. The skinny suits are available at major department stores like Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s and many more. To locate a retailer near you, call 1-800-SWIMSHAPER (794-6742).
Indian Summer
And last, but not least, check out grahamkandiah.com for cute ethnic-patterned bikinis in a bag for $85—with coordinating patterned pieces available. All fabrics of the Graham Kandiah collection are printed and embroidered by hand (using only pure silk and cotton) in India. In addition to bikinis, shoppers can choose from a wide assortment of exotic sarongs, coverups, hats, shifts, pants, handbags, totes, caftans, kurtas and plenty more.
No matter what style you prefer, one thing’s for sure: when it comes to swimwear, variety is the spice of summertime.
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Book your trip today! Visit www.aa.com, call American/American Eagle reservations at 1-800-433-7300, or call your travel agent for more information.
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