The white swimsuit

Grace Kelly

Rita Hayworth

Hervé Léger bandage bandeau bikini, Melissa Odabash Palm Beach bandeau bikini, La Perla golden chain embellished wrap-around bikini

Liz Taylor

Carine Gilson paneled strapless swimsuit, Oscar de la Renta textured swimsuit, Roksanda Ilincic Digon one-shoulder swimsuit, JETS by Jessika Allen white label distinct two-tone molded swimsuit

Marilyn Monroe

Ava Gardner

Jane Birkin, Emilio Pucci belt-detailed triangle bikini

Visions of a tropical island came to mind when putting this blog post together. Think white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, green palm trees, delicious cocktails, scrumptious cuisine and white bikini’s. Perhaps, living the life of one of these beauty icons?

One might describe white swimwear as simple and classic, yet always able to make a statement. Above are our top items to buy or be inspired by. A gorgeous full piece textured swimsuit by Oscar de la Renta or a beautiful Hervé Léger bandage bandeau bikini (most white swimwear today is padded – thank goodness!). Accessorize with a big straw hat, intricate jewelry, white-framed sunglasses, and a polka dot umbrella.

One can’t help but be eager for a summer holiday after seeing these photographs. Are you planning on going away for a summer holiday? If so, where? We’d love to hear what you’ll wear!

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