Summer is here even though I must admit I doubted it for a while with the weather Cape Town recently bestowed upon us. I don’t want to jinx it, but the sun seems to be out and here to stay (fingers crossed, because I need to get my tan on). I mean seriously, cute summer dresses just do not look as good without a sexy summer glow. It is time to hit the beach and why not do it in style this summer?
As per usual, why not look to some Hollywood hotties to get some beachwear inspiration?
I am no expert on the matter, but when it comes to swimwear I have always been a believer that one should stick to the swimsuit that suits your body best. Whether you are top heavy, bottom heavy, evenly proportioned or you are just super sensitive about some aspect of your shape then there is a solution somewhere out there. So, I thought to myself why not look at what some celebs are wearing on the beaches of the world, because after all they have just had summer? If we are lucky maybe we can even pick up a few must have trends for summer 2009/10.
First up we have our very own local beach babe, Charlize Theron who is pretty flat-chested, so the triangle bikini top suits her best. She has opted for bold prints with a hippie type look that is vibrant and colourful. Perfect for catching the waves.
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This next bikini bottom does not really apply to the ever skinny Lindsay Lohan, but she is wearing a fuller bottom which I think really looks good on ladies with a bigger booty. It offers more coverage in that department but not too much that it prevents you from getting that perfect tan. Also black is always a classic and looks good on any skin tone. I personally always think that nothing beats a black bikini!
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Jenny McCarthy is not only being functional but she is also being fashionable in this light blue stripped bikini. I’m not a fan of those tan lines you get from the straps of the bikini around your neck. I actually hate them to be honest, nothing worse than seeing a girl in a cute dress with those tan lines. (Please avoid at all costs this summer!) So this top is perfect for avoiding unwanted tan lines because you can tan with the ties down and then do them up for more support when you walking around. I also love the cute hat and sunnies!
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Next up, not much to be said on this issue except for… If you have bigger boobs like the very sultry Carmen Electra then thicker straps are a must and that is a timeless trend. (Notice the stripes making another appearance!)
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And then we all have those days where the last thing we want to do is flaunt our bodies in a barely there bikini. Penelope Cruz shows us how to cover up but still look beach ready in this chic black full piece with unusual detail on the shoulders. This really shows off her curves.
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Ok, so on that note I am hitting the beach and just remember that you do not always have to be trendy to look good. When it comes to swimwear do what looks best on you and obviously the must have of the season… SUN PROTECTION!
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I don’t have a favourite celeb but I do have a favourite swimsuit worn by celebs. It’s a red Norma Kamali 50s style one piece. It was in the Sex & The City movie and in Mamma Mia. I liked it so much I made one made. Cannot wait to show it off on the beach. And it also hides those late-night ice-cream binges!
OMG don’t remind me about swimsuit season :P eekkk Allison was it the one that Miranda wore? Speaking of swimsuits I will have the scoop on a tan-through bikini range soon!!!
Yes, it was the one Miranda wore. My one is almost the same, except I had a little skirt made for it too. It’s a nicer cover-up than a sarong and it all matches. Totally gonna rock it with oversized white sunnies, huge hair bun and a white scarf in the hair.
Nice article, i was thinking about you the other day. I should just give up and take lessons from you