Breathe a sigh of relief (and stop holding in your stomach): the swimsuit is back in vogue. Promising to nip, tuck and lift you in all right places, Speedo's new range of cossies for Autumn/Winter will make it even easier to relax by the pool on your holidays.
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Summer just got a whole lot more appealing with the news that Giles Deacon is (finally) adding a beachwear line to his Gold label for New Look.
And his inspiration? Why the glitterati that sun themselves by LA's luxury pools, of course.
"It was all designed while on a research trip to Los Angeles - by the pool at the Chateau Marmont," he told Vogue. "For me it's not so much Eighties-inspired but more a mix of clean lines and graphic boldness with a touch of playfulness."
Hmm, "research trip" indeed! The range of bikinis, swimsuits, beach bags, kaftans and flip flops is in store now, and via New Look's website from next week.
In other brief Giles news, he will also be presenting a selection of his favourite designer creations at the V&A Museum on 17th July as part of Fashion in Motion - read more here.
Seriously, have you seen this swimsuit?
Now that the awful exchange rate puts Esther Williams swimsuits out of my financial league, I have been on the hunt for a decent alternative in the UK. And lo and behold, Oli.co.uk have delivered the goods with this amazing cossie for only £30.
Except they didn't deliver the goods. Oh no. they simply taunt me with the beauty, while I twiddle my fingers and dream of days poolside dressed like a pin-up girl. And as friendly as the customer services rep sounded, she couldn't explain why it's late, she couldn't explain why (after a missing 'am' note and an angry phone call from a courier) I have the free gift, but not the actual order. She couldn't even really tell me when I'm going to get it.
So if you're thinking of ordering it, just be ready to wait...I'm hoping it's going to be worth it!
Did you know Tara Reid had a swimwear/clothing line called 'Mantra by Tara Reid'?
[Images: P Anastasselis/Rex Features]
Well... she does.
Question is: would you wear it?!
Just like me, a lot of you love a bit of retro swimwear. Fuller-cut styles are far more flattering than tiny little triangle bikinis on bigger body shapes, and can also add curves to those who need them. Recent offerings from designers and specialists alike have proved that you don't always have to flash flesh to look sexy, and as a result, pin-up girl bikinis have appeared in most mainstream collections. Still, some of the best ones are hidden away in the most unexpected places. CLICK THE PICTURE to view our top ten really retro bikinis and swimsuits!
Other sites and mags usually look at celebrity bikini photos to ogle or abuse the bodies. As much as - secretly - we do that too, when it comes to bikinis at Catwalk Queen, we're looking at the pics for a whole other reason. Taking inspiration from some of our favourite celebs, we've got the rundown on how to pick the bikini to flatter you. Curvy like Kelly or slim like Kate, busty like Gemma or tanned like Coleen...we've got loads of inspiration for your holiday suitcase.
VIEW THE CELEB BIKINI GALLERY NOW!
How adorable is this swimsuit? I love the multi-layered halterneck bandeau top, and vintage style cut. At first glance it looks hard to wear, but actually the dark blue is slimming across the tummy, the low cut is forgiving on the rear, and the neckline is flattering. Besides you'll be too cute in this outfit for anyone to want to judge! It's $110 and is available over at FablesbyBarrie. [Emily Tan]
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