Athleisure’s new take on swimwear is here to rule the summer, and if you despaired of sweatpants taking over the world - there’s hope. Especially since sporty swimwear looks a lot more chic. Whether it’s Serena Williams in a leopard print full-sleeve maillot or TV star Shay Mitchell in a chequered houndstooth one-piece, full-sleeved, one-piece swimsuits seem to be the flavour of the season. We pick Shivan & Narresh’s floral print maillot, but the world did love Chromat’s body positive show, that had a good dose of sexy yet practical style, including a sleeved, metallic number. Considering we skipped ‘arm day’ one too many times at the gym, we’re only happy to join the trend.
Compiled by: Elizabeth Mathew
Falguni Shane Peacock Bikini set The couture experts take on swimwear, and the result is a blue-and-white print that screams summer. This two-piece with a sporty fit can easily work outside the pool as well, if teamed with denim shorts and a straw hat. Multitasking pieces like this have our vote. ₹5,800 at thelabellife.com
Shivan & Narresh Acrot Print Maillot Designed for your more glamorous beach moments, this one-piece is from the kings of resortwear in India, Shivan & Narresh (of the infamous bikini-sari fame). With the Acrot print from their latest collection and a knot detail in front, this piece is just made for sundowners by the beach. ₹23,950 at shivanandnarresh.com
Cynthia Rowley Geometric wetsuit Made of 2MM Fiber-Lite Neoprene, this wetsuit from Cynthia Rowley comes with SPF 50 protection and colour-blocked panels in every happy colour you can think of. Bonded seams and cover-stitch detail, and the high neck, make this perfect for the no-nonsense water baby who can’t compromise on style. ₹9,401 at almasanta.com
Chromat Dune Suit Maroon lycra with cutouts at the sides and a bondage-inspired back in pink with metal hardware, this is the piece Anastasia Steele might wear to the beach, if she could move past her obsession with grey. We also love the ‘business in front and party in the back’ look that hits the sweet spot between athletic and sexy. ₹19,404 at chromat.co
DUSKII Haleakala printed swimsuit Inspired by Hawaiian flora and the colours of the sea, this neoprene suit from Duskii is every surfer girl’s ultimate companion. Thumb holes in the sleeves and a convenient front zipper are just the tiny details that make it a must-have. ₹23,115 at net-a-porter.com
