So, you’ve gathered your best friends, picked the perfect vacation destination, and bought your plane tickets. Now, there’s only one thing left to do… find the cutest women’s swimwear and accessories for your trip!
You deserve to have a suitcase full of swimsuits that make you look and feel your best. The right beach outfit will give you a big boost of confidence, so you get excited about snapping a hundred photos to make everyone back home a little jealous of your tropical excursion!
Here are some great options from our swimwear brand that you’re sure to love.
Our Valley Girl Velvet push-up swimsuit comes in three colors: orange, purple, and baby blue. The top is wire-free, so you can swim, surf, or just lay in the sun without worrying about those uncomfortable wires that jab.
Protect your long locks with our cute Daisy Hair Clip! It comes in lots of colors, so you can choose your favorite or match with your tropical outfit of the day.
This psychedelic California Two Piece is the perfect high waist swimsuit for chillin’ on the beach without a care in the world.
Do you like pink swimsuits or blue? The Cara Floral comes in both colors and features sexy straps that take this tropical beachwear to the next level.
You can’t go on vacation without a pair of sunglasses! Protect your eyes and look ultra-cool with these LA Shades – they come in 11 different colors, so you can choose your favorite or grab one for every outfit!
It’s important to protect your delicate skin from the sun while you’re on vacation! A Butterfly Bucket Hat will help keep dangerous UV rays away from your face and elevate any outfit – even if your outfit is just a bikini!
Shop Nalu Bay Swimwear for all of your tropical vacation essentials.
]]>Since the last cold months of the year have yet to dissipate, it might seem premature to be already talking about the swimsuit trends of spring and summer 2022. Thankfully, we don’t kill the messenger here at Nalu Bay (particularly since we are the fashion messenger) and instead have focused on reporting on the many trends that have come out of Miami Swim Week.
There are plenty of older trends making a re-emergence as looks from last summer fade to the background. Top among these are cheetah prints, string bikinis, and head wraps. Other trends from last summer also have returned, making it perfect if you don’t feel like darting out to buy the latest swimsuit style. For instance, matching swimsuits are back, cut-outs continue to be ever so stylish, and belly chains and waist beads have yet to leave the summer trend list. As of today, we’ll keep the list of the summer 2022 swimwear trends under 10 so that you can be prepared for summer 2022 – hot girl summer edition.
Now dubbed the ‘Tarzan’ bikini, string bikinis have become all the rage. While you might not want to wear one of these numbers on a family vacation, they are perfect for a beach date or sun tanning. If you’re interested, all brands seemingly had their own takes on string bikini designs. The popular itsy-bitsy options were found at Naranja and Furcado, while Leimakani provided a bit more coverage.
There is truly nothing more summer than a halterneck, but the extra detailing on halter top swimsuits was something else this year. While Neena Swim, Luli Fama, and Nia Lynn did simple crisscrossing straps for the bikini tops, others went for more elaborate takes on the 2022 swimsuit trend. The most detailed (and personal favorite) was the one done by PNDMC, where the crisscrossed straps stretched all the way up the head into a headscarf.
Swimsuit sets are the constant trend of swimwear – no matter the year or even season, they tend to be perennially popular. It was, of course, no different for the spring/summer 2022 swimsuit collections. Florals and cheetah print options tended to hold the most sway for Boohoo, Pretty Little Thing, Megan Mae Swim, and Nia Lynn. So, if anyone tells you matching is something only for grandmas, tell them to check their eyes because it’s always on-trend.
Perfect for those that might have a smaller chest, strapless swimsuits create an illusion of a bit more. Along with this, they are masters of staying up and being sexy in their own – sometimes subtle – way, as Neena Swim proved. However, if you’re after a smaller top, then Eight Swimwear’s strapless option is for you!
Whereas triangle tops and sculpted bras were the popular swimwear trend last summer, this summer 2022 seems to be all about square-cut necklines. Perfect for showing off a little bit of cleavage and still remaining tasteful, this neckline is great for people who are just starting to veer out of their comfort zone. If you’re tempted to try it, check out the many brands showcasing this swimwear trend, from Liliana Montoya Swim to BFYNE, from Mery Playa + My Happy to Lascana.
If you thought that cutouts weren’t going to make their foray back into fashion again, then you were definitely wrong. This trend still seems to be going strong and is easily one of the more popular looks from Miami Swim Week. From Emilio Pucci, who created a bikini with holes underneath the belt, to swimsuit brand Honey Birdette slicing peep holes into both the top and bottoms of some of their latest sets, this 2022 swimwear trend is very much in full swing.
Like ‘hot girl summer’ last year, this year also seems to be filled with waist jewelry. From the popular chains at Simonett and BFYNE to floss ties at Neena Swim, Boohoo, and Nia Lynn, accenting our waists has been all the rage. And if you’re still questioning whether or not to don one, then just know that it’s both Lily-Rose Depp- and Rhianna-approved.
Wrapping up your hair in a cute and simple headscarf is always a fun and flirty summer option. This summer, brands seemed to particularly lean into both bandanas and headscarves that matched their swimsuits. Perhaps it was leftover fabric or maybe the desire to keep our beachy waves out of our faces, but either way, there are many options, from Liliana Montoya using cheetah prints and contrasted florals to BFYNE playing with elegant purple chiffon.
Last year was the rise of the python, but it seems to be all about the cheetah print once again. The speedy jungle cat entranced designers for swimsuit brands Rys, Lillian Montoya, and Haitian Doll by Jo Bell, who all incorporated the cat’s signature spots into the patterns of their swimwear. Who knows, maybe with these swimsuits, your wild cat might be unleashed?
]]>Elevate your vacation style in 2022. Colorful print bikinis and one-pieces made from ribbed material or seersucker are definitely having their moment. Ruffles, high-waist and 80's inspired floral print are other trends youll find in the spotlight for Winter 2021-2022 vacations. Ready for all new Winter styles? We certainly are. Get the scoop on all the latest trends that are as flattering as they are wearable.
Anything floral print is a major yes in swimwear & is one print that should definitely make its way into your bikini wardrobe this winter
Figure-flattering high waist, and high cut bikinis are on trend and will remain that way. Adding this style to your swimwear rotation is a must.
3 piece bikinis will have a big moment in 2022. Customize the perfect vacation look on the beach & everywhere in between for a fun summertime style.
]]>Here’s a closer look at what we mean when we talk about skin tone, followed by a breakdown of the best bikini colors (with examples!) for each of the three main skin tone types.
You might think of your skin tone in terms of whether you’re fair, dark, or somewhere in the middle. However, when it comes to choosing clothing that will flatter you best, it’s all about the undertones. This refers to the color beneath the surface of your skin.
There are three main undertones: warm, cool, and neutral. Here are a few questions to help you determine your skin undertone:
If your veins are more greenish in color, your skin most likely has a warm undertone. If they’re more blue or purple, you most likely have a cool undertone. If they’re somewhere between the two (or neither), then you are more neutral.
People with a warm skin undertone typically look best in white, while people with cool undertones look better in off-white. The best way to tell? Alternate holding pieces of white and off-white fabric to your face. Whichever looks better indicates your skin tone. If both are equally flattering, you may have a neutral skin tone.
People with cool undertones tend to look better in silver, while people with warm undertones look gorgeous in gold. Again, if you look amazing in both, then you may fall into the neutral category.
Does your skin start turning a deeper hue as soon as you step foot in the sun? If so, you likely have a warm undertone. Meanwhile, people with cool undertones tend to burn quickly. Lastly, people with neutral undertones fall somewhere in between: While they don’t tan quickly, they also rarely burn.
Still not sure about your skin undertone? Here’s one general rule of thumb: People with blonde, brown, or black hair with light eyes tend to have cool undertones, while people with strawberry blonde, red, brown, or black hair with dark or hazel eyes often have warm undertones. While this isn't a hard and fast rule, it holds up in many cases.
Once you’ve zeroed in on your skin tone, it’s time to get to the fun part: Picking the perfect bikini for your skin. Here are a few ideas to kick off your search for the most flattering swimsuit.
If your skin tone is warm, you’re in excellent company. Beyoncé, Claire Danes, and Kim Kardashian are among the many stunning women in this category. Natural warm colors like red, yellow, gold, peach, amber, orange, and coral will look especially radiant on you. You'll also look amazing in warmer shades of cooler colors, such as moss, olive, and orchid. Looking for a goes-with-everything neutral bikini? We recommend soft creams and browns, including cappuccino and taupe.
A few of our favorite looks for warm skin tones? Our California Summer Push Up in Orange, the Neon Brazilian in Yellow, and the Malibu Sunset.
If you have cool undertones, a few of the lovely ladies who share your skin tone include Mindy Kaling, Nicole Kidman, and Lupita Nyong’o. Seek out shades on the cool end of the color wheel — led by ocean hues and frosty pastels. Emerald green and other jewel tones, all shades of blue, and vibrant purples will suit you, as will light pink and lavender. Also striking on people with cool undertones? Cooler shades of warmer colors, like cherry and ruby reds and butter yellows. Bright white, navy, and gray are your go-to neutrals.
Some super-flattering looks for bathing beauties with cool undertones include our Beverly Hills High Waist, the Ella Push Up, and the Lena Two Piece in Blue or Purple.
Julia Roberts, Kerry Washington, and Angelina Jolie are among the lucky ladies in this group. If you have neutral skin tones like they do, it means you have your pick of the spin of the color wheel. While you can wear anything, neutral undertones look especially beautiful with muted colors (as opposed to oversaturated ones). Think jade green, lake blue, and dusty pink. When it comes to neutrals, again — anything goes. However, coffee, black, off-whites, and grays may be particularly fetching.
Looking for the perfect bikinis for your neutral undertones? Check out the Aria Bikini in Brown, the Amelia 3 Piece Set, and the Luna High Waist.
And these examples are just the start when it comes to the best beach looks for every skin tone. For a near-endless selection of bikinis in every shade under the sun, check out our Summer 2021 Collection today.
]]>Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you can’t still look (and feel!) hot in an amazing bikini. While summer may get top billing as swimsuit season, there are plenty of reasons to buy a bikini anytime of year. Not convinced? Read on for a roundup of six reasons to buy a swimsuit this winter.
Maybe you’re headed to a warm weather location for the holidays. Or maybe you don’t have anything in mind...yet. In either case, buying a swimsuit in winter ensures that you’ll be ready for anything that comes your way. Score a last minute invite to Hawaii, the Caribbean, or another glamorous tropical locale? When you buy a winter swimsuit, you’ll be good to go!
Vacation is cause for celebration, and our Los Angeles Bikini brings the party thanks to four festive different prints and patterns. Our Tropic Bandana Two Piece is also guaranteed to dazzle in any destination.
There’s nothing cozier during ski season than some apres-ski hot tub fun. Many ski resorts have indoor pools and outdoor hot tubs. If you’re planning on hitting the slopes this weekend, a brand new swim suit can make your trip even more exciting.
When it comes to showcasing your ski season style (and your hard-earned bod) in Aspen, Vale, or Park City, you can’t go wrong with our glamorous LA Chain One Piece. Meanwhile, our Charlotte Two Piece in White is a gorgeous look for snow bunnies.
The research is in, and it shows that winter weight gain is real. In fact, most people pack on the pounds during the cold-weather season for reasons ranging from holiday stress to seasonal comfort foods. And then there’s the fact that we spend most of our time wearing layers and layers of clothing.
Unfortunately, this can lead to unpleasant surprises come spring — accompanied by the mad rush to get your “summer body.” We’ve all heard the expression, “Out of sight, out of mind.” Hanging that sexy new swimsuit somewhere visible ensures that you’ll keep your health and wellness goals in sight.
The daring cut and cheeky bottoms of our Lana Floral bikini will keep you inspired through the long winter months. Another favorite? Our sexy and strappy West Coast Bandeau.
Because swimsuits aren’t in as much demand in winter, this is the perfect time to find the best deals. Have a certain style that looks best on you? Now’s the time to get it— in multiple colors and prints!
While swimsuit trends do come and go, many bikini styles are timeless. String bikinis, high waist bikinis, Brazilian bikinis, and push-up bikinis never go out of style. There’s no better spot for stocking up than our always-changing sale section. See something you like? Grab it before it’s gone.
Swimming is one of the best ways to keep your body strong and toned. In fact, just 30 minutes of swimming burns around 250 calories!
Other health benefits of swimming include getting your heart rate up with low impact; boosting your cardiovascular fitness, endurance, and muscle strength; toning muscles; and building your lung health. It can also do everything from alleviate stress to improve your flexibility. Swimming even lengthens your spine, which will make you look taller and slimmer. If you want to cash in on all of the benefits of swimming this winter, you’ll need a winter swimsuit.
When it comes to getting your laps in, our Malibu One Piece is the perfect pick. Plus, who doesn’t love slimming stripes? And, be sure to check out our Riley One Piece and Nora One Piece, too.
Winter can be dull and dreary. We can think of no better way to add some fun and color to the season than going swimsuit shopping. Today’s swimsuits are available in a breadth and depth of fabulous styles and shades. Give your spirits a lift this winter by buying a new swimsuit or two.
We challenge you not to fall in love with our California Two Piece, Haylee Bikini, Malibu Metallic, and Cali Mermaid 3 Pc Set.
While summer may be the first season that comes to mind when you think of swimsuit shopping, any season is an excellent occasion for keeping life exciting with new swimwear. Nula Bay has you covered this winter — and all year long — with bikinis, one-piece suits, and more.
Your Nalu Bay Match: California Summer Push Up
No neutrals allowed this beach season. Popular bikinis will be in bold colors and prints this summer. To celebrate getting out of quarantine, many women want bright colors to send out positive vibes. Colors convey emotion, and shades such as neon pink, azure, neon yellow, and tangerine give off a happy feeling. Everyone has a lot of excitement about going back to normal and spending a lot of time at the beach and pool. These colors bring home that idea.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Camron 3 Piece Set
Bikinis will be flipped and reversed this season to stay on-trend. This year, one of the most popular looks is flipping a triangle bikini upside down with the ties then secured around your back. Although you can wear classic triangle bikinis this way, swimsuit makers have embraced the look and created tops with the new cut. These bikinis look stylish and remain secured to your chest.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Aria Bikini
Matte fabrics are less prevalent than in previous years. Women are now choosing bikinis with a lot of sheen. The high sheen fabrics reflect light well and draw the eye when out in the sun. With the shine, neutral colors can even look bolder and brighter. Browns, grays, and blacks are popular options for any bikini with a high sheen fabric.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Molly Two Piece
Florals, animal prints, and geometrical shapes are back in a big way for swimwear. Solids have always been popular, but images on bikinis have faded in and out of favor. Have fun with prints by embracing tie-dye looks, neon floral prints, and leopard patterns. You can choose full prints on both the top and bottom of the bikini or choose a style that has both a print and a solid. Sunbathers sometimes choose to wear a printed bikini top with a solid bottom. Another style option is a solid neutral color with small sections of animal or floral designs.
Asymmetrical bikinis offer an exciting and original look for the beach or pool. One benefit of the asymmetrical top is fewer tan lines, since you’ll have one shoulder free of straps. Despite the style, asymmetrical bikinis provide plenty of support. Pair with a traditional bikini bottom or a sarong for a more whimsical look. Solids are popular, but prints in soft pastels are primarily in favor.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Laney Floral Bikini
Very feminine looks will be everywhere you look this summer. A style with ruffles appeals to those who want a bikini with a sweet and soft appearance. Although the ruffles can be both on the top and bottom, they are incredibly prevalent on tops. Scalloped ruffles will be seen as well as ruffles on the lower hem of the bikini top. For bottoms, the look will be on the entire hem. Checkered with ruffles is a fun style, along with floral prints paired with the embellishment. Besides ruffles, swimsuits come with other types of decorations such as buttons and zippers in unexpected spots on the bikini tops and bottoms.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Tropic Bandana Two Piece
Many beachgoers prefer to wear strapless styles, including a bandana top. The bandana provides full coverage while also giving the wearer a fun and flirty look. Pair bandana bikini tops with a string bikini bottom for a classic choice. Choose bandana bathing suits in bold colors or floral prints for a bold look. Bandeau tops are skimpier but offer a similar chic look for the summer.
One of the sexiest looks you’ll see this year is a wrap bikini. Paired with a traditional triangle bikini top, the bathing suit includes extra straps to wrap around the high waist area. The bikinis remain secure and also look great. Wrap bikinis are usually solids, but you can find some types with accent designs. The bikini bottom will be styled to keep the sexy quotient high. Most women wear a string bottom or even styles with chains to secure the sides with wrap bikinis.
Not only are high-waisted bottoms stylish, but they are figure-flattering. To show off the extra fabric, swimwear with high waists will have many patterns to draw the eye. Funky florals are hot right now, along with textured fabric pieces. Although the bottom has a high-waisted cut, it doesn’t need to be timid. Swimsuit makers sell many high-waisted styles as thongs. The look promises a flirty surprise when worn.
]]>Swimwear trends come and go, and if you want to look great at the pool or beach, keeping up with yearly trends is a great way to do that. Here are the top 10 swimwear trends for 2021 and our favorite picks for each from Nalu Bay.
Metallic swimsuits are gorgeous in any sunny setting; the rays bounce off the metallic fabric and create a flashy look that requires a double take. Metallic fabric looks good both wet and dry, whether sunbathing or taking a dip.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Malibu Metallic Two-Piece Bikini
The Malibu Metallic Two-Piece Bikini by Nalu Bay comes in six (6) stunning jewel and precious metal-inspired colors, including sapphire, copper, rose gold, chrome, amethyst, and bright pink opal. The suit features an underwire lifting swimsuit bra with fitted cheeky bottoms.
Classic animal print screams “sexy,” and every year, swimwear companies look to present animal-print styles in new and fashionable ways. A cheetah or leopard print bikini -- especially when they are simple accents -- is a traditionally sexy swimwear choice.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Molly Two-Piece Bikini
The Molly two-piece bikini features a smart geometrical design with stunning leopard print and black color blocks contrasting one another. A padded bikini top pairs beautifully with polyester and spandex blended bottoms, both of which are fully adjustable for the perfect fit.
Another trend in swimwear this year is splashy colors. Pastels and brights that flow together in ombre, tie dyed, or abstract patterns look great at the beach, pool, or any other swim activity.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Cali Mermaid 3-Piece Set
The Cali Mermaid 3-Piece Set features a soft, wire-free bikini top paired with matching bottoms and a flowing swimsuit cover that can be tied around the waist. The pattern boasts a stunning blend of mermaid-esque colors like aqua, coral pink, and orchid violet. The soft, stretchy Lycra material makes this suit as comfortable as it is beautiful.
This summer, dial up the color a few notches by opting for a neon-bright swimsuit. If you are tan or have a darker skin tone, neon colors are highly complementary.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Lana Tie Up
The Lana Tie Up is a classic string bikini with a new twist. The bandeau-style top offers just enough coverage, and the cheeky bottom comes with extra long strings to tie up high and fits your physique. The bikini is also available in tiger print, white, and oil-slick black.
In 2021, swimsuit cutouts are getting edgier and more innovative. You’re likely to see cutouts where you least expect them, creating swimsuits that highlight a toned physique in a completely new way.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Lily Two-Piece
The Lily Two Piece bikini is a new take on the classic cut out bikini. This gorgeous head-turner boasts under bust and hip cut outs with few other details to distract from the focal point of the swimsuit design. Also available in black and maroon colors.
Jewelry isn’t necessarily something you put on before heading out to swim, but that doesn’t mean you have to lose all the sparkle. A swimsuit with metal accents is gorgeous both in and out of the water.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Elle Chain Bikini
The Elle Chain Bikini is a strappy number with chain accents at the hips and shoulders. The heavy-duty chain is durable yet lightweight, resisting breakage when you’re most active. Swimsuit is available in black.
This year, ruffles are back but in a completely new way. Peasant tops and ruffled triangle bikini tops are taking 2021 by storm.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Bella Ruffle
The Bella Ruffle two-piece bikini offers a high-waisted brief-style bottom, paired with a ruffled, padded peasant top with a colorful pastel abstract design. The material is a polyester and spandex mix, with an adjustable top for the perfect fit.
One-piece swimsuits will always be around, but they’re getting more and more creative to offer new and exciting style options to people who prefer to wear a single piece suit.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Penelope One Piece
Say goodbye to traditional one piece swimsuits that offer little in the way of creativity or enhancing your physique. The Penelope One Piece features a strappy back and plunging neckline in white floral, pink floral, tropical leaves, and purple tie dye prints.
A monokini is a blend between a bikini and a one-piece swimsuit. Although they’re not a new concept, many swimwear companies are bringing back this style in 2021.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Samantha Monokini
The Samantha Monokini is a smart number that shows off your physique in just a single piece. The white-trimmed, dark-navy suit starts as a one-shoulder bandeau top that swoops down one side of the abdomen into a full bikini bottom.
Halter top swimsuits are hot for 2021 because they offer just enough support, coverage, and physique-enhancing details to make for a comfortable but highly attractive swimsuit. Larger busted individuals often enjoy the bust lift that comes inherently with halter tops.
Your Nalu Bay Match: Halter Two Piece
This soft, stretchy bikini features a bust-lifting halter top and matching bottoms with perfectly aligned angles to draw the eye to its center. As comfortable as it is beautiful, the Halter Two Piece is both a practical and fashionable choice.