Along with powerful sunblock, tiny or embellished shades (depending on what’s in this time next year), a good book and an outsize straw hat, confidence will be a necessary accessory next summer. According to the designers at Miami Swim Week 2019, showing a lot of skin is once again in, this time from top to bottom. So better have a waxing professional on speed dial if you’re going to try next year’s top swimwear trends.
We’re talking plunging one-pieces more revealing than bikinis and bikini bottoms that are so tiny, they’re almost nonexistent. On the flip side, rash guard-style suits were in great supply, though they’re not exactly designed to keep you safe from scratches, scrapes and the sun while you ride the waves. And if you love extra accents, no matter how unnecessary or cumbersome, 2019’s swimwear trends will have you covered.
Scroll through the slideshow to see the five major swimwear trends that made a splash at Miami Swim Week 2019.
Miami Swim Week Spring 2019
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Crisscross Bikini Tops
Whether thin or thick, crisscross straps under the bust line drew attention upward.
Willfredo Gerardo; Image: Imaxtree
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Crisscross Bikini Tops
Gigi C
Image: Imaxtree
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Crisscross Bikini Tops
Just Bones Boardwear
Image: Imaxtree
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Crisscross Bikini Tops
Rose Paulino
Image: Imaxtree
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Crisscross Bikini Tops
Sauvage Swimwear
Image: Imaxtree
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Crisscross Bikini Tops
Fashion Palette
Image: Imaxtree
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Itty-Bitty Bottoms
Pelvic cleavage is back. Get ready to go basically bare down there next summer.
Stone Fox Swim; Image: Imaxtree
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Itty-Bitty Bottoms
Cirone Swim
Image: Imaxtree
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Itty-Bitty Bottoms
Monica Hansen Beachwear
Image: Imaxtree
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Itty-Bitty Bottoms
Sports Illustrated
Image: Imaxtree
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Itty-Bitty Bottoms
Tammy Rivera
Image: Imaxtree
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Itty-Bitty Bottoms
Kaohs
Image: Imaxtree
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Rash Guards Reimagined
For those wanting to take a more covered up approach, this season's rash guards were more fashion than function.
Gottex Sport; Image: Courtesy
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Rash Guards Reimagined
Acacia
Image: Imaxtree
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Rash Guards Reimagined
Sports Illustrated
Image: Imaxtree
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Rash Guards Reimagined
Gigi C
Image: Imaxtree
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Rash Guards Reimagined
Lybethras
Image: Imaxtree
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Rash Guards Reimagined
Agua Bendita
Image: Imaxtree
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Hovering Belts
You've probably noticed your Instagram feed is full of influencers rocking belted swimsuits. The new spin is to make the belt seem separate, creating a floating look.
Sports Illustrated; Image: Imaxtree
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Hovering Belts
Candice Cuoco
Image: Imaxtree
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Hovering Belts
VICHI Swim
Image: Imaxtree
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Hovering Belts
Kaohs
Image: Imaxtree
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Hovering Belts
Fashion Palette
Image: Imaxtree
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Hovering Belts
Fernando Alberto
Image: Imaxtree
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Wow One-Pieces
While there were lots of bikini bottoms flaunting serious skin, the one-pieces really stole the spotlight. Some were basically just strips of fabric, so confidence is a prerequisite.
Cirone Swim; Image: Imaxtree
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Wow One-Pieces
Sinesia Karol
Image: Imaxtree
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Wow One-Pieces
Lila Nikole
Image: Imaxtree
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Wow One-Pieces
OMG Miami Swimwear
Image: Imaxtree
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Wow One-Pieces
Stello
Image: Imaxtree
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Wow One-Pieces
Tammy Rivera
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