Daily Dose of Design: The 2017 Swimsuit Guide: Swim Under $200

Friday, May 19, 2017

The 2017 Swimsuit Guide: Swim Under $200


With the weather heating up, I'm all about getting beach and pool ready! The sangria and pizza may be telling me otherwise, but I AM working on that beach bod! ;) If there's one kind of shopping that I know a lot of women hate, it's bathing suit shopping. I love cute suits but hate all the insecurities, and love getting cute summery swimwear but the price tags are usually much less than favorable. It's a love-hate relationship, but it doesn't have to be all bad! I try to have a positive outlook on bathing suit shopping, so to do so (for us ALL!) I put together a great guide of swimwear for everyone - one pieces (without looking old and frumpy), bikinis, tankinis - the whole nine yards. The other best part? All of these picks are under $200! Good quality bathing suits don't always come cheap, but you can get quality pieces that are still in-budget. Whatever you're looking for, I got you covered! ;)

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1. Periwinkle Lace One Piece: this is THE color of the season! I can't get over the pretty lace, it's so dainty and pretty!

2. Watercolor Pineapple Bikini: I mean can you really go wrong with watercolor AND pineapples? In love!

3. Striped High-waisted Bikini: this is a great style for all body types - super flattering and different than your usual bikini.

4. Navy Scallop One-piece: The classiness that is this one piece gets me every time I look at it!

5. Pink Gingham One Piece: my favorite part about this suit is the adorable puff sleeves! Gingham is IN this season and this color pink looks amazing on everyone!

6. Colorblock Bikini: I love the colors of this suit and the top is so great for all chest sizes which is a huge win! Some suits are so hard to buy based on your chest size but this one is great for everyone and such a great price.

7. Floral Lace-up One Piece: the lace-up detail is amazing but can we talk about the floral print?! It's stunning and makes the style super flattering.

8. Palm Print Bikini: another print that's SO perfect and SO popular this season!

9. Black and White Tankini: I love tankinis! They don't have to be old-looking; this style is great for, again, all body types. I can't wear many strapless things (if ya know what I mean! ;), especially bathing suits, but when they're in tankini-form it makes it *so* much easier! I love the style of this one and it's super comfortable and not annoying in the least!

10. Cobalt Halter One Piece: this color. That is all. *insert heart eye emoji here*

11. Floral Embroidery One Piece: if you look closely at this on the site, the floral print is embroidery and it's so stunning!

12. Coral Halter Top Bikini: simple but classy and oh so pretty with a sun kissed tan!

Best stores for Bathing Suits:


Old Navy: the cutest suits that you can get under $10-12! The Old Navy bathing suit collection is constantly changing and constantly on sale; making mix and matching different combinations has never been easier!

Nordstrom: if you want a variety of price points, this is the best place to shop! Hundreds of styles, patterns, prices - it's kind of hard to not find a cute suit here! It's a given, but so many of my picks this season (and always!) are from Nordstrom.

Shopbop: these suits are mostly on the higher end of a middle price point, but the brands/quality are top notch. If you're looking for bathing suits you haven't seen before/that are unique, this is your one stop shop!

American Eagle: very affordable, trendy and a variety of styled bathing suits! Some of my favorites come from AE/Aerie and my favorite part about them is how great the brand is prioritizing how every body is beautiful.

Macy's: similar to American Eagle, there's so many different bathing suits available at a huge department store like Macy's! I find a lot of my bathing suits here - it's hard to go wrong!

J.Crew: when it comes to looking for something unique, classy and understated - seriously, look no further!

Target: from the mix and match options to the BOGO 50% deals nearly 24/7 to the hundreds of styles they have each season, it's hard to not call Target your one stop shop for everything - and bathing suits. ;) I love the Target suits and again, they have so many sizes and styles for all body types!

Here's some more of the cutest suits this season - patterned, classy and simple, under $50, more of a splurge...


What's your go-to store for swimsuits? Do you have a favorite style?

XOXO -A

44 comments:

  1. I'm all about the one piece. I could never wear a two piece again lol These are all pretty suits.

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  2. Numbers 3, 6, and 12 are my favorites! It's so hard to find suits that don't cost an arm and a leg!

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  3. Definitely need to look into American Eagle suits! Loved this post!

    Pink Champagne Problems

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  4. Love all of your picks! That suit is so cute!

    xo, Amanda | www.thegoldengirldiary.com

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  5. I love that third suit! It's sporty (perfect for chasing after kiddos), but still a little sexy!

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  6. So many cute suits! I've been in the market for a new one!

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  7. I love the colors of that bikini! I always get the best bathing suits at Old Navy! They have the best prices and patterns.
    xo Jessica
    www.whatsfordinneresq.com

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  8. Really nice picks, i need one piece bikini, but not really sure which design to pick, simplicity or some detailed ones xo

    www.theninebyivana.blogspot.com

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  9. That gingham swimsuit is so adorable! I need!

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  10. I want so many of those, how do I choose?!?!?!
    www.thebodytypestylist.com

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  11. Oh these are all so cute! I am actually shopping for a new suit now :-)

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  12. Not sure if I'd have the confidence to wear it, but number 7 is stunning! The lace up detail is really nice.

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  13. I love summer time and looking for new bathing wear. A good bikini is a must.

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  14. Love all of your picks! Summer time is about to be lit!

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  15. So many cute swimsuits! I want to get a new one piece this summer.
    Rachael

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  16. I'm obsessed with #3! I've been looking for the perfect high waisted bathing suit!

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  17. I just love this collection you've put together! #7 and #8 are my favorites! They are all so cute, and definitely put me in the mood for Summer!

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  18. So many great options for the season! I love that pink gingham suit!

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  19. So many cute suits!! I am loving 5 and 12! That gingham one is my favorite!

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  20. These are all so great! Thank you for sharing!!

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  21. I love all of these! #1 is my favorite!

    xx,
    Amanda || www.fortheloveofglitter.com

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  22. You put together a great list! You covered every type of suit and price point and this definitely will help me in my search!

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  23. love all the mint!! it is gorgeous!

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  24. love all the bathing suits!

    Sabrina | Gypsy Tan

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  25. I'm a sucker for new swimwear, every season!

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  26. I love #8! Thanks for sharing!

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  27. I am releasing a post about swimsuits today too! Victoria's Secret use to be my go to, but there are so many great retailers with good suits.

    xo,
    Steph
    @trendyinindy || trendyinindy.com

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  28. That off the shoulder gingham one...wow!!!

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  29. 2, 8, and 12 are definitely my favorites! I wish I could wear one piece suits, but my torso is too dang long haha. These are all so cute though!

    Stephanie // SheSawStyle.com

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  30. I am so in love with one pieces right now! Thank goodness they're back!

    xx,

    Lacey
    http://theglittergospelblog.com

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  31. Love all these swim picks! I have been dying to try the one piece trend!

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  32. love all these supe cute picks! I will totaly be bookmarking this for my next swimsuit purchase.

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  33. Love all of these swimsuits!! That palm one is so cute!!

    xoxo,
    Angelle
    www.dashingdarlin.com

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  34. So many cute suits! I can't pick a favorite because I love them all.

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  35. All such cute suits! I wish I could wear them now but I'll have to wait until the baby gets here!

    Xo, Nina
    Law of Fashion Blog

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  36. I have got stretch marks on my thighs. So, in order to wear swimsuit I need to eliminate the stretchmarks on the thighs.

    melissa@ revitol stretch mark cream

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  37. I think #2 and #12 are my favorites! I adore the high neck trend for swimsuits because I feel like I'm wearing a sports bra. I also like it because it keeps the girls from falling out when I swim lol.

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  38. I can't even pick a favorite - all are SO STINKING CUTE!!

    Coming Up Roses

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