The Many Bikinis of Rihanna

Rihanna was born and raised in Barbados, but has been entertaining the world with her chart topping music for years.  She is known almost as much for her songs as she is for constantly reinventing herself and her style. Traveling the world has never stopped Rihanna from enjoying her time in the sun. Whether she is in Hawaii, France, Mexico or even her home country of Barbados, RiRi is a sun worshiping goddess who has no shortage of awe inspiring suits in her closet. One of my favorite looks that she dons is the one piece monokini! She is one of those rare people who could wear a potato sack and still look gorgeous. So imagine the damage she can do in one of these to die for one piece suits.

The common misconception is that if someone is wearing a one piece that they are probably trying to hide some of their imperfections. As the world can attest, this couldn't be further from the truth when it comes to Rihanna. While the one piece can lend itself to a more modest style, with today's wide variety of styles there is a one piece monokini for all personalities. In every magazine on the shelf the pages are littered with celebrities and their amazing bikinis. Leave it to Rihanna to go against the grain and remind the world that being your own person and trying something different truly helps one "shine bright like a diamond".

 

 

To get Rihanna's look check out these styles and more HERE!

Introducing the Swim Chronicles where we share our honest personal reviews and experiences

All Wet Beachwear founder Racquel Black has loved swimwear from a very young age. She amassed a huge personal collection of swimwear before founding AWB in 2007.  And since then she has purchased thousands for www.allwetbeachwear.com. Because of the sheer numbers and variety of different bikinis she has shopped and purchased over the years, she has learned not only about the intricacies of the swimwear but also what makes for a great overall swimsuit. To share this insider point of view on swimwear, we’re introducing a new category to our Blog, the Swim Chronicles.

  

The AWB team will share honest reviews of the swimsuits we own or want to purchase and rate them on our Swim Chronicle scale. The five major categories within our rating system are: Sexiness, Staying Power, Functionality, Value, and Quality & Construction.

First up to share her reviews is one of AWB's newest employees Tarsi!  She went on a cruise last week and was able to road test some of our newest styles. Here is what Tarsi had to say:

If you've been following this season's trends, then you already know Spring's hottest looks were all about neon brights and fabulous fringe. Well, the Luli Fama Aquanile Bikini and Audrey Citrus Foxy Tab Bikini are my top picks for the season and my sister and I got to take them out for a test run on our recent cruise to Key West and Mexico. Our suits by far stood out on the cruise, which was packed with Spring Breakers enjoying the absolutely perfect sunny weather. 

Review of the LSpace Audrey Citrus Fringe Halter + Foxy Tab Bikini:

I know firsthand how popularity of the LSpace Fringe Suits are right now so I was shocked to see that my sister was the only one wearing a fringe bikini on the entire cruise, which gave her points for unique style! I gave her the LSpace Audrey Citrus Foxy Tab Bikini as a birthday present knowing it was going to be her new obsession and it proved to be perfect for her style personality, which is trendy, fun and sporty. The moderate coverage of the bottoms and the surprisingly great support the unpadded, unwired halter top allows for all the activity you want. That added with the vibrant color and fringe detail make it trendy and versatile. She paired it with an adorable cream crocheted coverup that the bathing suit popped under. 

Review of the Luli Fama Aguanile Bikini:

I, on the other hand, tend to choose a sexier style swimsuit with teeny tiny coverage in the back so I get a great tan, which made the Luli Fama Aguanile Bikini the one for me. Its vibrant color and "scrunch butt" cut gives it an unbelievably sexy fit and a high quality look, but is definitely a suit for show not play as the bottoms tend to get even tinier with more moving about. 

Add a comment below and tell us what you think of our new Swim Chronicles feature!

D and DD Cup Swimwear that is Fashionable and Flattering

 

This summer you don't have to sacrifice fashion for comfort. There are some new pieces available that look great and provide the fit and support that us with D and DD cups need. Case and point, this new two piece from LSpace,  the Limpopo Reversible Halter & Orange Foxy Tab bottom. It comes in with a hot animal print top which reverses to solid orange. Orange is one of the hottest trends for Summer 2011. In addition to being reversible, the top is adjustable. It has a gold slider detail which can be adjusted to your exact cup size. The wide halter straps provide comfort and support. This top is available is available in size Large (D) and DD cup size. 

 

The Despi Copacabana Bikini in Black has an adjustable top as well and fits up to a D cup. It also comes in a chocolate brown and a rich blue color.

If a one piece is what you desire, try this one piece by RYGY. The top is adjustable just like the others above and it has a wide band under the bust for maximum support.


Shop our collection of fashionable and flattering one pieces and two pieces on All Wet Beachwear.

Write your own color story

There really are endless options when shopping for swimwear. Narrow your search by starting with a color. What color do you always look great in? Do you get compliments when you wear orange-red or maybe deep blue? What shade is lacking in your swimwear wardrobe? Here are a few color palettes to consider.

  

Dark Hues are deeply feminine. Swimwear in saturated jewel tones is a rich and romantic option.

                              

Despi Casablanca Malibu

Cia Maritima One Shoulder 1 Piece

Pale Shades of gray, pink, mushroom, and cream are very fashionable for 2011. The overall look is clean and polished.

L*Space Aqua Relli Bandeau

Vix Nice Ripple Light Pink Tri and Tie Side

Bold Brights add punch to your beachwear wardrobe. Bikinis in vivid turquoise, lemon, cobalt, fuchsia and electric green solids and prints are both edgy and extremely sexy.
 

Luli Fama Copa Cabana Halter Top and Scrunch Side Bottom

Agua Bendita Realeza

Swimwear accented with glitzy metallics is over-the-top glamourous. Gold and silver hardware adds an element of style and luxury to any swimsuit.

Lady Lux Head Over Heels in Black

Beach Bunny Kourtney SS Calypso White Bikini

Visit All Wet Beachwear and browse our range of designer swimwear in a wide selection of colors. 

AWB Bikinis make great stocking stuffers!

It is the last week before Christmas! If you are as organized as we are then you have found the majority of your big gifts. Now you are just in a mad dash to tick off all the last minute items on your to do list: buy groceries, finalize plans, pick up a few extra gifts and stocking stuffers.

You know what makes an exciting stocking stuffer? A bikini! Bikinis are perfect because they are a big gift that can be tucked discretely into a Christmas stocking. Imagine the surprise when she realizes there is a Vix Bia Bikini in her stocking! Sandals, sunglasses and even a tunic are all great last minute gift additions. We also have a large selection of sale and clearance bikinis and cover-ups that are perfect for younger fashionistas.

If there is a discerning woman in your gift list that you are struggling to buy for consider an All Wet Beachwear Gift Certificate. We have a huge selection of fashionable items, they are sure to find something they love.

Packing Your Beach Wardrobe…Made Easy

Ah, if only everything was as easy as life on the beach – whether you’re in Jamaica, the Bahamas, or even far-away Hawaii, dressing for the beach is ecstatically easy: a bathing suit, cover-up and sandals can take you from sun up to sundown and crisp white pants and a sparkling tunic are perfect for an elegant evening by the water. And don’t let a last minute invitation take the wind out of your sails, pack an easy breezy cocktail dress to sail off into the sunset. When traveling, we suggest packing in a color scheme to simplify your accessories. 

Here are some of our beachy favorite color combos: 

Shimmering  Oceans:  Blues, greens with white and sparkling silver accessories.

Lady Lux Day Dreaming Jade Bikini
Hale Bob Cabana Ivory Silk Chiffon Tunic Top
Vix Tides Emb Triangle & Tie Side Bottom
Mystique Silver Beaded Thong 


Pink Sand:  Peach, oranges, pinks and creams with golden accessories.

LSpace Coral Posh Bandeau & Scanty Bikini 

Mystique Iridescent Flat Sandals

Luli Fama Baila Luli Baila Sunset Short Tunic

Agua Bendita Bendita Pinto

Eastern Seaboard: Red, white and blue with gold accents.

LSpace Sun Kissed Bandeau & Forget Me Knot Bikini

Vix Ipanema Solid Gold Flip Flop

Vix Solid Gold White Tunic

Beach Bunny Kourtney Sailor Chic Bikini

To ease all of your packing woes, consult our extensive collection of packing lists on the All Wet Beachwear Blog and feel the ocean breeze beckon.

L*Space 2011 Collection Now In Stock

The 2011 collection from L*Space is now available on All Wet Beachwear. 

Aqua Relli Bandeau & Twist Bottom

Celebrity favorite L*Space has created another beautiful collection for 2011. Adored by stars such as Cameron Diaz, Jessica Alba and Lauren Conrad, L*Space’s fresh styles and polished silhouettes are must-haves for any swimwear wardrobe.
 

L*Space Sun Kissed Bandeau & Forget Me Knot Bikini

In this new collection, solid color suits like the Cleopatra, the Sexy Back Racer in rich teal and the Sun Kissed Bandeau in true red make smart beach staples. The Sun Kissed Bandeau cleverly ties at the center for extra support and comfy sunbathing. This solid suit is accented with a woven macramé design at the sides. Go green in the Cleopatra top and scanty bottom in a bold kelly shade. The top is embellished with gold hardware that slides to adjust the size of the cup. The Scanty bottom has a flattering gathered side band and skimpy back coverage. The Cleopatra and Scanty also come in classic white. In a gorgeous teal, the Sexy Back Racer ties at the front while a stream of gold links falls in between the shoulder blades and along the side of the JT bikini bottom. 

L*Space Sexy Back Racer & JT Bikini

Coral is a big trend for this spring, the Coral Posh Bandeau with matte gold hardware is sure to be a hit.  The Posh Bandeau also comes in a bright yellow shade if you want to go for the bold. 

L*Space Coral Posh Bandeau & Scanty Bikini

The Aqua Relli Bandeau (top) comes in a cool gray blue with soft inner cup construction for light shaping and is paired with a painterly watercolor print bottom, the Freida Twist bottom which offers classic cut coverage with a twist. A twist accent at the side reverses to expose a solid lining that matches the top. The Beach Party Tri Top & Bikini Bottom is a tiny polka dot bikini with a chain link accent woven with bright faux leather, a very trendy take on the classic tiny polka dot bikini. Top off any look with the Rucci Pant Jumper a casual and hip cover-up.

L*Space Rucci Pant Jumper

Top secret tip! From Dec. 10 – Dec. 17 if you purchase an L*Space bikini you will receive a exclusive L*Space beach bag filled with goodies! More details to come. 

Shop the entire L*Space 2011 collection online now. 

September Swimwear

All Wet Beachwear is a year round retailer of the very best beachwear in the world. We carry over twenty high-end designers to bring you the newest and highest quality swimwear. With Fall upon us it's time to share our 2011 swimwear fashion. Let us know what you think by leaving a comment.

Vix Toscana Long Tri & Tie Side

Check out the elegant Vix Toscana black and white sliding long triangle top with rivet detail. This isn't just any bikini, with soft rope straps that ties at the neck and back this two piece is certainly unique. The black and white bottoms are subtly sexy with soft rope side ties and rivet detail.  We suggest this two piece for a winter vacation in the Caribbean.

L*Space Aqua Relli Bandeau & Twist Bottom

This miss matched two piece is gorgeous and features cool watercolor hues that paints a refreshing and feminine statement! This Lola Padded Bandeau offers soft inner cup construction, shapes from the inside of the bra and ties in the back. Slinky Eco Fabric and Freida Twist bottom offers a classic cut coverage with a unique twist construction that is lined with solid matching color. Its only a matter of time before we see this piece on a celebrity!

 
Lady Lux Day Dreaming Jane

Looking for a little bling to go with your two piece? Try this classy jade triangle top with beautiful gold ring detail on each side. String ties comfortably around the back and neck. Brazilian cut low-rise hipster bottom with gold rings gives this bikini a fresh and sexy look.

Head Over Heals Black

If you're looking to add a rock-star bikini to your wardrobe this is the one for you!  Head Over Heels best describes this beautiful black bikini. Halter top features hardware on each side and clips around the neck. Low-rise Brazilian cut features matching hardware on each side of the bottom.

            These are only a few of the many new looks we have added to All Wet Beachwear.  We invite you to visit our website and take a look around. And, keep checking back as we will feature many more new, sleek 2011 swimwear styles throughout the month of September!