How Swimsuits Have Totally Transformed Through the Years
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1980: Classic One-Pieces
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1981: Colorful One-Pieces
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1982: Teeny Red Bikinis
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1983: Return of the Jedi Vibes
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1984: Triangle Tops
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1985: Belted One-Pieces
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1986: Scooped Necklines and Backs
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1987: Accessorizing
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1988: High-Cut Bandeau Bikinis
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1989: Thong Bikinis
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1990: Boy Shorts
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1991: Neon
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1992: Baywatch Suits
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1993: Logomania
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1994: Bedazzled Suits
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1995: Bold Patterns
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1996: Bra Tops
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1997: Pearl Accents
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1998: Polka-Dots
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2000: Sporty Spice
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2001: Minimal Aesthetic
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2002: Mismatched
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2003: Metallic Lamé
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2004: Chevron
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2005: High-Neck Halters
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2006: Monokinis
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2007: Sarongs
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2008: Studs and Grommets
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2009: Color-Blocking
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2010: Strappy Bottoms
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2011: Futuristic Shapes
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2012: Low-Slung Bottoms
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2013: Beaded and Sequined Suits
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2014: Scalloped Details
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2015: Crochet
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2016: The '80s Are Back
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2017: Knots
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2018: The '90s Are Back
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Wow, 1983 was an interesting year.