Bikini Tops as Shirts: Would you wear it?

There is a growing trend on the Polyvore styling community where fashionistas are pairing bikini tops with maxi skirts, throwing them under blazers or putting them atop high waisted shorts. Below are a few examples of their swimwear infused ensembles.

We want to know: would you wear a bikini top or one piece as part of your outfit?

Celebs like Nikki Minaj do this all the time for the stage but do you think swimwear can be incorporated into a cool look for everyday wear?

Tell us by adding a comment below!

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By Louise Petterson
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Swimspiration from Black Book Magazine July 2012

 Bikini by Luli Fama, get it here.

Inspired? Get your fix at www.allwetbeachwear.com

Celebs in Lspace Fringe

Anne V in the Lspace Swimwear Audrey Fringe Halter Top in Citrus, get it here

Rihanna in the Lspace Swimwear Dolly Fringe Bandeau and Scanty Bottom in Black, get it here

Melissa Gorga in the Lspace Swimwear Dolly Fringe Bandeau and Taboo Bottom in Black, get it here.

Lindsay Lohan in the Lspace Swimwear Stardust Fringe 1 Piece in Black, get it here in white or teal.

Denise Richards in the Lspace Swimwear Dolly Fringe Bandeau in Black, get it here.

Shop the entire range of Lspace Swimwear fringe bikinis and one pieces in a variety of colors and prints here. 

Can a one piece be sexier than a bikini? Kate Upton shows us how

This new editorial from Vogue Spain has us longing for a sexy one piece swimsuit. High-cut legs, deep V necklines, bandage styles and striking solid colors transform a would-be conservative one piece into a stunner.  

Shop one piece swimsuits on www.allwetbeachwear.com.

How to organize your swim wardrobe!

Feel like you have a million swimsuits yet nothing to wear on your vacation? Staring into a mess of straps and Lycra can make anyone feel overwhelmed, especially if it has been a whole winter since you have dared to don swimwear. One of the best ways to store swimwear is in plastic resealable bags.

When you buy swimwear from All Wet Beachwear it comes in a small, clear bag. Instead of tossing it hold on to the bag and use it to organize your collection. You can also use small resealable sandwich bags. Individual plastic bags make swimwear easy to find, pack and store. It will also help prevent soft foam padding from losing shape, tangled strings from stretching your bikini bottoms, and it will keep you from losing the detachable straps for your bandeaus.

One interesting benefit you will find is that when you begin to treat your swimwear with care, you will actually appreciate it more. Your swimwear collection will become a group of bright little packages ready to unwrap and enjoy.

Trends from Brazil's Summer 2013 Runways

Brazil is a mecca for swim fashion. Because Brazilian designers are in the southern hemisphere their summer season is a little ahead of ours and have just showed their summer collections for 2013. Here are a a few trends from the shows and a taste of what we may be seeing at Swim Fashion Week in Miami very soon!

COUTURE CUT-OUTS

At shows like Agua de Coco, Blue Man, Adriana Degreas and Movimento, bikinis and monokinis featured daring cut outs.

FRINGE AGAIN

It looks like the fringe trend is here to stay for 2013. Fringe adorned bikini tops as well as cover-ups at shows like Triya and Adriana Degreas.

 BILLOWY TOPS

Agua De Coco, Triya, and Movimento gave one and two pieces in their collection a RTW look with billowy tops, proving more fabric can actually equal more sexy.

TROPICAL PUNCH

Pineapple, palm tree, butterfly and palm frond prints adorned many pieces on the Rio and Sao Paulo runways. Cia Maritima's collection, especially, was full of lush tropical prints and we cannot wait to see what they show in Miami!

Swim Chronicles 2: Reviews on Cia Maritima and Luli Fama

For our next installment of All Wet Beachwear's Swim Chronicles, it is Morgan's turn. She is the voice behind many of these blog posts and recently made a trip to Singapore and Malaysia. On her trip, she had the chance to test out new swimwear from Cia Maritima and Luli Fama.

From Morgan:
I have always been crazy for swimwear. Even in high school, I would scan the magazines including the Sport's Illustrated Swimsuit issue and if I saw something unique I would find it and buy it and this was before the days of online shopping! A Brazilian friend once called me a bikini collector, when a Brazilian calls you out on your bikini obsession, you know it is bad.

Because of my bikini addiction, I have tried a lot of different brands and two of my favorites are Cia Maritima and Luli Fama. I had an opportunity to escape the city and travel to hot and humid Singapore and Malaysia and I brought swimwear from those brands on my trip.

Review of Cia Maritima Leopard Triangle Top and Bottom

I am a petite person and if there is one thing I hate it is putting on a bulky bikini and having it obscure the little shape that I do have. Cia Maritima's string bikinis have become my go-to-swimsuit. They do not look bulky on a small figure yet they aren't so overly teeny that I am afraid to disrobe either! The designs and prints are tasteful and fashion-forward. I know if I get a Cia bikini I can wear it for seasons to come. This particular swimsuit features a beautiful pattern that is an update on the traditional leopard print. I love the special details like the gold accent in between the cups and the soft fabric. In my report card, the only points I deducted were on staying power and functionality because I probably wouldn't try to surf it! But few bikinis actually stay put while surfing. Overall I loved it! It was so flattering and sexy yet not too revealing to wear poolside in Malaysia.

Review of Luli Fama Luxe Lace Triangle Top Bikini

Everyone needs at least 1 Luli Fama bikini and this was my first. I absolutely loved the runway photo of this style on the website and had to have it. I have tried on wavy side/scrunch back bottoms from other brands in the past but I can honestly say this brand fits the best and was the most flattering for my body type. However, the cut of the back is so skimpy that when first wearing this in public, I did have the feeling that my entire bottom was hanging out! But I got used to it quickly and having a tan bum was worth the initial shock. This bikini works best for poolside lounging. I have taken it in the ocean waves and had a mini-panic attack coming out of the water. A bonus is that this top does have light padding, it stays put and doesn't bunch and adds a nice little bust boost.

6 Tricks to Boost Your Bikini Confidence

One of the best feelings in the world is frolicking in the waves or taking a dip in a cool pool on a hot day. But does the though of having to strip down to your swimsuit give you a small panic attack? You are not alone, we all experience anxieties about our bodies when it comes to beachwear. Fortunately, if you just adjust your thinking slightly you can save your self the suffering and simply enjoy the sun!

Here are a few tricks to boost your bikini confidence:
 1. If you feel anxious about the way you look in a bathing suit, remind yourself no one is as concerned about it as you are. Remind yourself that your feelings might not necessarily be facts and those "flaws' you see others probably don't even notice.

2. Are you obsessing over your tummy or your thighs or you bum? Don't think of yourself in terms of body parts. No one else does so don't forget your a total package!

3. Women tend to look at what your wearing and men are happy to see a woman's body end.of.story. Studies have also shown that men tend to like us heavier than we like ourselves. So don't kill yourself trying to lose pounds before beach season. Just find a cute swimsuit and have fun.

4. Keep hydrated! Drinking water will actually help the body let go of water it has been holding on to and take away that "bloated" sensation which can keep your from feeling your bikini best.

5. Fit makes all the difference! Designer swimsuits with the right silhouettes and quality construction will look above and beyond the rest. The best loved brands have loyal fans because they know how to make a swimsuit that makes women feel great.

6. Fake it! If you are still stressing try to trick your feelings into a new routine. Close your eyes and imagine yourself in your swimsuit by the pool or the beach having a blast!

Rihanna rocks a black fringe bikini in Hawaii

Rihanna was spotted beachside in Hawaii in our new Dolly Black Bandeau Fringe bikini top and Scanty bottom from designer Lspace. Rhianna, known for her standout star style, opted for the fringe top which gives a fashion edge to a classic Little Black Bikini. This bikini has been one of our most-wanted styles this season and is available while supplies last on All Wet Beachwear. She tops of her boho chic look with a Flora Bella raffia cowboy hat also available on our website.

Check out our bikini mixer and get ideas for new swimwear looks!

Think like a stylist and mix and match your LSpace tops and bottoms. The combinations are endless!

We created this Bikini Mixer for inspiration. Give it a second and it will show you some great new looks your can create with your Lspace Fringe Swimsuits.

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