6 Trends From Miami Swim Week You Can Shop Now

Brooke Frischer
·3-min read

It's pretty challenging to find a dull moment during Miami Swim Week.

The annual swimwear extravaganza, which just wrapped, showcased plenty of eye-catching styles, from oversized ruffles on every corner of a suit, to dramatic high-rise thongs, to looks inspired by viral phenomena (Barbiecore pinks, "Renaissance" metallics, Y2K layering). The trends to try out this summer are truly endless.

Keep scrolling to discover the biggest takeaways from the 2023 Miami Swim Week runways.

Renaissance-Ready Metallics

<p>From left to right: Kittenish, Axil Swim, Sinesia Karol. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach</p>

From left to right: Kittenish, Axil Swim, Sinesia Karol. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach

As concert-goers prepare for the "Renaissance" tour, the pressure is on to match the album's glimmering aesthetic with their looks. And that's seeped into swimwear, with silvers proving to be one of the top hues of the summer.

<p>Skims Metallic Swim Micro Scoop Bikini Top, $48, <a href="https://rstyle.me/+1vZSpZZx3Kj9edrnjsWfSQ" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:available here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">available here</a> (sizes XXS-4X) and Skimpy Tie Bottom, $48, <a href="https://rstyle.me/+O9PEypsq1vwfAQmZ4uQ6-Q" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:available here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">available here</a> (sizes XXS-4X)</p>

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Barbiecore

<p>From left to right: Lain Snow, Sigal, Oneone. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach</p>

From left to right: Lain Snow, Sigal, Oneone. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach

If you're itching for Greta Gerwig's "Barbie" to come out, the Miami Swim Week designers are right there with you. Though the doll-themed sensation first made waves last year, there's still no end in sight for the "think pink" mentality.

<p>Beach Bunny Elle Push-Up Top, $128, <a href="https://www.beachbunnyswimwear.com/products/elle-push-up-top-barbie-wide-rib?variant=43204578279555&fo_c=2947&fo_k=477e03402894e994534b0c0717ba0c0a&fo_s=gplaus&src=google&campaignid=17218089038&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIppz4uq--_wIVB5-GCh1DCg_-EAQYDCABEgIPAvD_BwE" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:available here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">available here</a> (sizes S-XL) and Gloria Skimpy Bottom, $89, <a href="https://beachbunnyswimwear.com/products/gloria-skimpy-bottom-barbie-wide-rib" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:available here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">available here</a> (sizes XS-XL)</p>

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Flower Power

<p>From left to right: Freya Fantasie, Seafolly, Neena Swim. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach</p>

From left to right: Freya Fantasie, Seafolly, Neena Swim. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach

Though florals are nothing new, they appeared on the Miami catwalks bigger and more vibrant than ever: Brands like Freya Fantasie put emphasis on statement-making, fully-bloomed prints, while others like Neena Swim incorporate daintier patterns. These bouquet-covered suits are bound to brighten up any beach day.

<p>Ookioh Como Lanai Floral, <s>$50</s> $40, <a href="https://rstyle.me/+iG47rL74V7ZgFilABMLI2Q" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:available here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">available here</a> (sizes XS-XL) and Casablanca Lanai Floral, <s>$50</s> $40, <a href="https://rstyle.me/+o_UKBFCML4Pvdu5lYuzGcw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:available here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">available here</a> (sizes XS-XL)</p>

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Shades of Sorbet

<p>From left to right: Axil Swim, Sinesia Karol, Luli Fama. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach</p>

From left to right: Axil Swim, Sinesia Karol, Luli Fama. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach

Swimwear designers in Miami — from AxilSwim to Sinesia Karol to Luli Fama — are showing a bias towards pastel, sorbet-like colors. The light-washed versions of the typically heavily-saturated hues make for a more muted — but still fun — summer palette.

<p>Riot Swim Jace Thong One-Piece Canary, $150, <a href="https://www.riotswim.com/products/jace-one-piece-canary" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:available here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">available here</a> (sizes XS-XL)</p>

Riot Swim Jace Thong One-Piece Canary, $150, available here (sizes XS-XL)

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Thrilling Frills

<p>From left to right: Club London, Shan, Luli Fama. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach</p>

From left to right: Club London, Shan, Luli Fama. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach

If there's one major takeaway from Miami Swim Week, it's that you can expect to see ruffles, ruffles and more ruffles on the beach or by the pool this summer. Whether strategically draped from hip to shoulder or simply creating a wing-like shape at the collarbone, this frilly trend has legs.

<p>Frankies Bikinis Colby Eyelet Shine Bikini Top, $100, <a href="https://rstyle.me/+bccQZ10wzhnD51Iepdi5sg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:available here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">available here</a> (sizes XS-XXL) and Pippa Eyelet Shine Bikini Bottom, $95, <a href="https://rstyle.me/+AxDMf_oHdzQumi2nzvEaBw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:available here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">available here</a> (sizes XS-XL)</p>

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Swimming in Skirts

<p>From left to right: Axil Swim, Seafolly, Neena Swim. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach</p>

From left to right: Axil Swim, Seafolly, Neena Swim. Photos: Courtesy of Paraiso Miami Beach

While the thong trend is still going strong, we're simultaneously seeing the rise of the (slightly) more modest swim skirt, with brands like Seafolly embracing the more-covered option in energetic patterns and Neena Swim opting for glittering sparkle fabrics.

<p>Seafolly Sea Skin Mesh Skirt, $108, <a href="https://us.seafolly.com/products/sea-skin-mesh-skirt-55063-sk-vivid-green" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:available here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">available here</a> (sizes XS-L)</p>

Seafolly Sea Skin Mesh Skirt, $108, available here (sizes XS-L)

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Disclosure: Paraiso Miami Beach paid for Fashionista's travel and accommodations to cover Miami Swim Week.

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