The Minimalist’s Guide to Simple, Chic Swimwear

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Just like the rest of our wardrobe, swimwear trends come and go. There’s no shortage of embellished swimsuits that make for some interesting tan lines, but you can’t go wrong by taking a minimalist swimwear approach. As summer returns, you’ll likely be drawn to your more timeless and minimal swimsuits instead of statement styles that might feel outdated or too overtly trendy. When shopping for any wardrobe essential (swimsuits included!), it’s important to find one you’ll love this season as much as you will for seasons to come.

Vogue’s Guide to Minimalist Swimwear

• The Chic Under-$100: Mango V-neck swimsuit, $80
• The Nautical Bikini: Toteme striped triangle bikini top and briefs, $300
• The Asymmetric Set: Jade Swim Apex one-shoulder bikini top and Bound bottoms, $210
• The Touch of Blue: Hunza G metallic seersucker swimsuit, $245
• The Bright White: Matteau recycled-seersucker swimsuit, $320
• The Cap-Sleeve One-Piece: Araks Frida one-piece, $310
• The Metallic Moment: Oséree Lumière metallic bikini, $260

There are plenty of elegant and unfussy swim silhouettes that don’t feel basic. A sophisticated one-piece with modern details, like barely-there straps or one-shoulder silhouettes, becomes as much of a classic as the perfect T-shirt. For those who wish to show a bit more skin, you can’t forget about the power of the tried-and-true triangle bikini.

No matter the exact style, minimalist swimwear draws its appeal from subdued color palettes, clean and seamless cuts, and subtly textured fabrics like fine ribbing and soft ruching. Apart from a clean aesthetic, a simple suit makes a solid foundation for any vacation outfit—and can be mixed in with those not-so-minimalist beach pieces such as statement kaftan or cover-up. What’s more, you can wear one, say, in lieu of a bodysuit or bra top, when on vacation or around town.

Below, 24 chic swimsuit options to satisfy your inner minimalist.