Not-So-Basic Swimwear

Leave the typical nylon swimsuits behind and stand out this summer with innovative styles and fabric from the best bikini brands.

1. French Jaquard

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Since the release of their neoprene collection, Triangl swimwear has always been at the forefront for using specialty fabrics. Their new textured runched style has a unique look and a little more give than the average swimsuit for the perfect fit.

2. Ribbed

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A bikini inspired by your favorite boyfriend tank. Get into the Frankies Bikinis ribbed collection.

3. Reversible

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4 looks in 1 cuts back on summer spending and leaves more room in a travel lovers suitcase. Isla Bohemia creates all reversible boho style bikinis for the wild and free- just like the sea. They also run an Ambassador program for bikini addicts.

4. Multi-Way

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We love bikinis that can be as easily changed as our moods! Lali + Layla's all new "Jagger" top can be styled 5+ different ways.

5. Knit

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Lolli Swim has created knit 'kinis so comfortable, you'll never want to take it off.

6. Velvet

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Yes, you CAN swim in it. Velvet bikinis are all the rage this summer, with an exceptionally luxe look on the outside and swimwear fabric on the inside so they fit and perform like regular swimwear. Get yours from The Tropical Coconut.

7. Denim

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The imitation denim suits from Same Swim have a casual jean look with all the stretch of regular swimwear.

8. Lace

Beach Bunny Swimwear / Via beachbunnyswimwear.com

Lace is not just for lingerie! Look sexy yet classy in this gorgeous delicate lace swimsuit by Beach Bunny Swimwear.

9. Cut-Out

GigiC Bikinis / Via gigicbikinis.com

New to the scene GigiC bikinis has released a nylon bikini with a twist- the beautiful peekaboo cutout design makes it a bold statement one-piece.