The Hottest 2009 Swimwear Trends

Summer is just around the corner, and swimsuit trends are certainly making big headlines in the world of fashion. This year is particularly big with bikinis - although the one-piece suit continues to hold a secure place in the realm of classic swimwear. So whether you want to bare more with a bikini or cover up with a classic one-piece, there are a number of trends available for you this summer.

The hottest trends for 2009 include one-shoulder bikinis and monokinis. One-shoulder bikinis are ideal for adding a bit of shape to a bikini, as well as to draw attention to your top half. However, monokinis are perfect for anyone who wants the aesthetic perks of a bikini, without all the exposure. A monokini is a revealing one-piece suit; albeit, it’s still a one-piece - which means it’s more apt to stay together and keep you covered. It's also easier to swim in a monokini - and if you choose the right one for your body type, it can be considerably more flattering than a traditional bikini.

Cut away swimwear and bikinis are another hot trend. Much like the one-shoulder trend, the cut away style offers interesting shapes and draws eyes to particular parts of the body. Want to draw attention to your shoulders? Opt for a cut away piece that has shapes cut out towards the top of your swimsuit. Alternatively, if you want to draw eyes to those abs you worked so hard to tone, wear a suit with some cut outs at the waist.

Another trend with regard to 2009 swimwear has to do with accessories. Let’s face it: wearing a swimsuit doesn’t always mean you plan to go for a swim. You may just want to work on your tan, or lounge comfortably in your suit. Or, perhaps you plan to attend a pool party where you want to look fashionable in your swimwear, without getting your toes wet. Swimwear accessories are expected to be very popular this summer, encompassing everything from sheer swimwear cover-ups and big sun hats to chunky jewellery that compliments a suit. So, whatever type of swimwear you opt for this summer, don’t go without the accessories!

Last, but not least, it’s important to keep a colour scheme in mind when shopping for a swimsuit this season. Because of the daring shapes in cutout bikinis, monokinis and one-shoulder styles, this season’s colour trends seem to veer towards solids and bold colours. After all, too many shapes and prints combined might prove to be overload. So when choosing a colour for your swimsuit, you’ll also want to keep your skin-tone in mind. Certain colours simply look better on certain skin tones.

Therefore, don’t just shop based on colours you normally like to look at - consider what will look best on you. That way, you are sure to find the right swimwear for your needs this summer.