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Tommy Bahama Resort Collection for your upcoming holiday trip

2012-01-09T14:51:00.000-08:00

Whether you’ve booked a much-anticipated vacation or a weekend spent exploring your own neighborhood, Tommy Bahama sportswear will take you there in style. The lifestyle brand, with its ‘life is one long weekend’ philosophy, celebrates the idea that a vacation state of mind can be had with a few key ingredients: good company, a beautiful locale and a relaxed, sophisticated wardrobe. Check out some of their latest ladies swimwear looks from their Resort collection: The Rainforest bikini with shirred bandeau and hipster bottom ($89 and $58, respectively) and the Pearl Solid 1-piece Halter ($126). And for guys, the Palmetto Plaid boardshort ($72) and Chill Tech Hybrid ($98), both by Tommy Bahama Relax, might just help you land a drink with one of our Bikini.com All-Stars. Hey, you can dream.

Bella figura: Italian elegance from Ritratti Beachwear

2012-01-09T14:40:00.000-08:00

Ritratti Beachwear is all about sophistication and dynamism, and is part of the famous and glamorous Italian Ritratti brand of intimates including luxury lingerie. Each collection of swimwear tells a story, taking the wearer on a tour of femininity and elegance. The woman who chooses Ritratti is a woman who cares about fashion without being a victim of it, prefers whispered rather than shouted words, recognizes the importance of details as well as the value of the 'well made" and who enjoys playing with the significance and communication capability of her own body. No wonder you find it difficult to wear something different once you've tried a Ritratti swimsuit.

This season's looks are romantic, elegant and sophisticated.

When you think of Australia you think of kangaroos, koalas...and now, bikinis

2012-01-09T14:26:00.000-08:00

Springing from the hippy, happy surfer town Byron Bay, Australia, Lisa Blue brings uniquely beautiful swimwear to the world. With designs ranging from authentic Australian Aboriginal prints to hot sexy Renaissance art to edgy and elegant Galactic pieces featuring metallic panels and studs, Lisa Blue compliments all.

The collection bridges the ancient world with the modern world and brings a greater appreciation to the original cultural beauty of Australia. The aboriginal style prints are derived from Rose Miller’s exquisite Australian Aboriginal paintings. Designer Lisa Burke united with friends Rose Miller (from the Mirning/whale tribe, South Australia) and Bunna Lawrie, a close relative of Rose and one of the last traditional whale dreamers on earth, to help win the good fight to save the whales and dolphins.

Lisa Blue reflects the inner beauty of the modern girl who cares to make a difference and is a pioneer in combining beautiful fashion together with a cause to help preserve our marine environment. 25% of the profit for Lisa Blue is donated to the AWCS – the Australian Whale Conservation Society, which is dedicated to whale and dolphin conservation, education and research. Lisa Blue not only gives an unusually generous eco friendly donation but, as the swimwear is made in Australia using premium fabric imported from Italy, they cater to both the sporty girl who rides the waves, the girl who simply enjoys frolicking on the beach and the girl who just wants to look fabulous by the pool.

Eberjey's resort swim collection - Easy glamour on the go

2012-01-09T13:56:00.000-08:00

Miami based Eberjey is the original, contemporary line of lingerie, loungewear and swimwear for women who love simple feminine shapes combined with super-soft fabrics that flatter a multitude of body types. Known for trend setting prints and innovative colours, Eberjey has evolved into a lifestyle brand that looks, fits and feels like a dream. With a celebrity fan base that includes Natalie Portman, Keira Knightly, Cameron Diaz, Anne Hathaway and Liv Tyler, Eberjey has also been featured in movies such as Black Swan, American Pie, The Holiday and In Her Shoes.

Eberjey's Resort swim collection is about pieces that provide effortless beauty. Feminine prints and silhouettes echo throughout the swimsuits, while delicate crochet and knit detailing are paired with flowy bodies in the cover ups. No matter where you are this resort season, you can find your own island escape with Eberjey.

Uruguayan swimwear with effortless-chic style from Zingara

2012-01-09T13:35:00.000-08:00

Pampered, sun-kissed bodies all over the world have made Zingara their brand of choice for more than two decades. The internationally celebrated swimwear brand is designed in the Uruguayan capital of Montevideo. Inspired and influenced by tropical living, Zingara imbues its line with an eclectic, free-spirited flair for a playful yet glamorous look. Their signature suits include high-quality, luxurious Italian fabrics with exotic color palettes, beautifying bold prints and patterns. Fine materials including resin, natural stone, Mother of Pearl and metal trimmings are the foundation for hand-sewn embellishments.

Every Zingara suit is handmade to hug the body by using the highest quality products available, including high quality lycra fabrics that create a structured, form-fitting design with all-around support. Zingara provides American, European and South American coverage bottoms allowing women to be as modest – or not – as they desire. With price points for swimwear ranging from $80 to $250, Zingara is sold in five countries -- two U.S locations and in 42 stores throughout Chile, the Dominican Republic, Mexico and Panama.

Mumbai meets Miami with exotic new swimwear collection from biKa

2012-01-07T22:34:00.000-08:00

What do you get when you mix Mumbai, Miami and L.A. together with one very creative swimwear designer? You get biKa, the new swimwear line recently launched by the charming and Bollywood-worthy beauty AmbiKa Sanjana. AmbiKa has jetsetted all her life between these cities on the ocean and formed a deep connection with the element of water. Her time spent on the beach made her yearn for resortwear that would fuse these diverse cultures with her own personal fashion style. The new biKa collection features garments that are handmade by Indian craftsmen who have inherited this skill through several generations -- each exquisite swimsuit is one of a kind, with fine embellishment and a rich palette of exotic colors.

India is world renowned for its expertise in embellishment with embroidery and fine sequins, and biKa Swimwear takes full advantage of this art. Archetypical motifs are part of India's proud heritage. The paisley, lotus and peacock are reoccurring patterns found in the tapestry of Indian handicraft, and each has its own strong symbolism (the lotus stands for purity and divinity, paisley represents fertility and abundance and the peacock embodies royalty and compassion.) These all make their way into the biKa swimwear collection. Mythical Aspsaras -- divine, supernatural women from ancient India proficient in the art of dancing and music -- are the core inspiration, and AmbiKa named each piece in the collection after an Apsara, as her tribute to universal felinity.

Whether you're in India or Indiana, biKa swimwear is a collection that'll definitely get everyone singing Shakalaka Boom Boom when you walk in the room.

Meet Bikini.com All Star Liliana

2012-01-07T22:25:00.000-08:00

Bikini.com All Star Liliana from Colombia says that Latin women make the best girlfriends. After seeing her, we think you'll agree.

Brazil's Cia.Maritima takes swimwear to boho chic heights with a 70's Riviera twist

2012-01-07T21:17:00.000-08:00

At the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week swimwear runway shows, Brazilian swimwear giantCia.Maritima’s 2012 collection drew its inspiration from the French Riviera and its timeless elegance and sensuality. Reminiscent of the 1970’s, the collection embodied the decade’s most fashionable free spirits – Jane Birkin, Francoise Hardy and Anita Pallenberg, who summered in Capri and Saint Tropez. Described as boho chic, the new collection included a variety of prints, and featured bikinis, one pieces, monokinis and range of cover-ups.

Cia.Maritima continued its use of digital prints, which this season reflected the flora and fauna of the Riviera. This collection’s prints are designed to be mixed and matched with each other and with Cia.Maritima solids, allowing fashionable women to personalize their beach style.

Meet Bikini.com All Star Melanie Tillbrook

2012-01-07T21:11:00.000-08:00

When Bikini.com All Star Melanie Tillbrook speaks, you can’t help but be happy. Born in Hawaii, she has a delicate lilt to her voice, as well as a sweet and gentle smile. When she gets into her bikini, however, this hard-working island girl emits a power that definitely dazzled everyone at her photo shoot. She’s been featured on the covers of many magazines (including Natural Fitness and Speed), as well as in music videos with Jamie Foxx, Enrique Iglesias, Fat Joe, David Guetta and Ja Rule and movies including “Confessions of a Shopaholic”. And to top it off, she loves to sing gospel music. Her athletic body and luscious caramel hair and skin shimmer with a beauty that comes from the inside out

Le Doux Swimwear Launches Its 2012 'Sin City Glitz' Summer Collection

2012-01-07T20:51:00.000-08:00

Long a favorite of female celebrities including Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian,Cameron Diaz, Paris Hilton, Drew Barrymore and Megan Fox, Le Doux Swimwearhas launched its 2012 “Sin City Glitz” Summer Collection. The collection was inspired by Las Vegas and its sultry reputation as Sin City is represented in the look and design of the collection as well as the exotic array of materials used to create the pieces.

“As a former resident and a frequent visitor to Las Vegas, I am captivated by the city, especially its wonderful history. The glitz and glamour of Las Vegas past and present capture the imagination and make you feel like you can have it all. That was the inspiration for the 2012 ‘Sin City Glitz’ Summer Collection,” said Juliana Renz, co-founder of Le Doux Swimwear.

The 2012 “Sin City Glitz” Summer Collection features 16 exceptional pieces with an emphasis on classic vintage glamour. The Rock Star piece was created with the glimmering lights of Las Vegas in mind and the design features zebra sequins to dazzle the senses. The Showtime piece was inspired by “Showgirl glam” and the design features a black monokini embellished with black/ivory and crystal hardware.

“Las Vegas inspires creativity from a designer’s perspective. From the look of a casino to the spectacular outfits of showgirls to awe-inspiring sunsets over vast desert landscapes, we drew upon those inspirations when we chose the fabrics and materials for the ‘Sin City Glitz’ Collection,” added Renz.

Originated in 2005, Le Doux Swimwear combines Brazilian sexiness and the relaxed Californian lifestyle to create unique swimwear collections. Each design is hand crafted in Le Doux’s manufacturing facility in Brazil.

Sports Illustrated supermodel Kate Upton designing swimwear collection for Beach Bunny

2012-01-07T20:43:00.000-08:00

Modeling swimwear comes second nature to Sports Illustrated and Beach Bunny supermodel Kate Upton, so it was only a matter of time before she went behind the camera to create her own sexy designs. Kate Upton joins California based Beach Bunny to design suits that represent her fun and flirty personality. The first release of the label, “Kate Upton for Beach Bunny” is scheduled to launch on Beach Bunny Swimwear’s website and retail stores early 2012, however fans can get a sneak peak of her designs at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim this July as bikini clad Kate struts down the runway at the designer’s show.

Kate created two styles for her upcoming collection which includes sexy and modern cuts reflecting Beach Bunny's brand aesthetic fused with Kate’s vivacious personality.“Beach Bunny is my favorite swimsuit line out there and to be able to design for them is a dream come true,” says Kate. “I love all the embellishments and especially the lingerie details because they make you feel so sexy.”

Kate is no stranger to Beach Bunny. She first caught designer Angela Chittenden’s eye as a Guess girl and has since been the face of Beach Bunny’s many campaigns including the latest Beach Bunny Bride, an exclusive bridal swimwear collection and the label's new ready to wear line. Kate Upton exploded into the scene this year after she landed the coveted cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue with fellow Beach Bunny supermodelIrina Shayk. She was recently named Esquire’s Woman of the Year and has shot for countless publications. Kate has also worked with photographers Ellen Von Unwerth, Yu Tsai, Raphael Mazzucco, and Stewart Shining.

“We are thrilled about the design collaboration with Kate Upton and know this is a very exciting time for her career. She is sexy, yet confident and her fun loving and down to earth personality are traits that represent the Beach Bunny woman and brand as a whole.” I can’t wait to see how this year unfolds!” says Beach Bunny CEO and designer Angela Chittenden.

If Kate’s designs are any reflection of her thriving career, her suits are sure to cause a swimming sensation.

Celebrikinis Megan Fox, Katie Holmes and Michelle Rodriguez

2012-01-07T20:36:00.000-08:00

Megan Fox, Katie Holmes and Michelle Rodriguez all visited Celebrikini Beach over the last few days...looks like it's going to be a hot summer. Take a look...

Megan Fox in brand new pink bikini in Hawaii while out and about on Father's Day.

Michelle Rodriguez on vacation in Formentera.

2012-01-07T18:32:00.000-08:00

Lucky Brand has been known for making vintage-inspired, great fitting denim for expressive, independent types ever since they made their first jeans in Los Angeles in 1990. Everything that bears the Lucky Brand label has the essence of Southern California sewn right in. The brand is inspired by amazing nature, like the orange groves and mountains of Ojai and the beach towns that dot the Pacific Coast Highway. In addition to giving their jeans their distinctive look and vibe, Southern California also inspires the Lucky Brand Swimwear collection as well. Bright tie dyes, Peruvian detailing and vintage gypsy prints all have that bohemian, Lucky Brand style. Whether you're actually hanging ten in Malibu or just want to look that way, check out the latest looks and give yourself that easy Southern California look.

Rihanna shows off her bikini bod in Barbados

2012-01-07T18:09:00.000-08:00

Rihanna flaunted her sexy body yesterday in a tiny orange bikini on the beaches of Barbados after finishing her 7 month long Loud world tour.