It’s official: the countdown to holidays is on. With a few European trips and long weekends along the British coastline in my calendar, my attention is completely set on summer dressing. Most of my wardrobe has already come together, with an array of linen pieces and floaty dresses to see me through, and now to track down the final piece of the puzzle, a selection of great swimwear. This year, I’m taking an affordable approach to rejuvenating my swimwear collection, and after a few hours exploring the new-in sections, I can confirm that the high street has chic swimwear covered.
Whether you’re a dedicated one-piece wearer or love the mix-and-match appeal of a bikini, this edit brings together the very best high street swimwear all in one place. As an added bonus, I’ve included a selection of joyful cover-ups that can be thrown on top of our cossies when heading from room to pool, or beach to lunch spot.
Both minimalists and maximalists will appreciate the high street swimwear offerings this year. A slew of muted colours are broken up with pops of red and prints, including trending gingham. For those who love the classics, simple triangle bikinis and crinkle fabrics remain the timeless styles to rely upon, whilst those looking for a swimwear update might consider playful beading accents and floral motifs. All the key silhouettes are covered too, from tie-back to tie-front, one-shoulder to strapless, and a few have multi-wear options with detachable straps to keep tan lines at bay.
Keep scrolling to explore the best high street swimwear.
Explore the Best High Street Swimwear
Shop the Best High Street Swimsuits:
Crinkle swimsuits have become a classic style that timeless dressers reach for year after year.
& OTHER STORIES
Floral-Appliqué Swimsuit
If you’re looking for something that is sure to stand out, look to & Other Stories’ floral appliqué swimsuit.
Both the shape and the shade are incredibly high-end looking.
MASSIMO DUTTI
Swimsuit With Back Ring Detail
You’ll want to click through just to see the back.
MANGO
Draped Halter Swimsuit
The ruched front and halterneck design caught my eye.
No one will guess this is from the high street.
ARKET
Contrast Binding Swimsuit
The white piping is the perfect contrast for this minimalist black cossie.
NEXT
Khaki Green/ecru Stripe Plunge Shaping Tummy Control Swimsuit
A comfortable and flattering fit.
ZARA
Polka Dot Halter Swimsuit With Raised Floral Detail
For those looking for something more on trend, look to Zara’s polka dot bikini.
Shop the Best High Street Bikinis:
& OTHER STORIES
Textured Square-Neck Bikini Top
ARKET
Triangle Bikini Top
COS
Ruched Underwired Halterneck Bikini Top
The ruched top and deep aubergine shade give an expensive look to this bikini.
Shop the matching bottoms here.
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH
Wide Strap Underwire Bikini Top
Gingham has been a key print of the season, and now Abercrombie brings it into the swimwear category.
Shop the matching bottoms here.
H&M
Padded Bandeau Bikini Top
Even minimalists lean into bolder shades when it comes to swimwear, and I have a feeling that this pop of red will sell out fast.
Shop the matching bottoms here.
MASSIMO DUTTI
Bandeau Bikini Top With Ring Detail
RIVER ISLAND
Brown Ribbed Triangle Ring Bikini Top
ZARA
Spotty Tulle Bikini Top
WHISTLES
Khaki Ring Detail Bikini Top
HUSH
Olivia One Shoulder Rib Bikini Top
BOUX AVENUE
Mirada Crinkle Balconette Bikini Top
Shop the Best High Street Cover-Ups:
MINT VELVET
White Gold Trim Sarong
The gold metal closure brings an elevated appeal to this sarong.
ANTHROPOLOGIE
4th & Reckless Gigi Crochet Trousers
This elegant two-piece could easily pass for designer.
WITH NOTHING UNDERNEATH
The Sarong: Weave, Red Multistripe
From the brand that knows all about excellent shirts comes a linen and cotton mid sarong. Choose from red stripes, classic white, timeless black and playful blue.
& OTHER STORIES
Pointelle-Knit Midi Dress
For those who love a crochet dress moment.
A black sarong is sure to work hard in your holiday wardrobe.
WHISTLES
Black Beach Tie Front Top
Swap your cover-up from a simple linen shirt to a considered tie-front top.
AWAY THAT DAY SWIMWEAR
Santorini Sarong – Olive
This olive shade has all my attention.
THE WHITE COMPANY
Oversized Linen Shirt Cover Up
