Summer 2021 is now here, so it’s time to gear up with costumes, sarongs and headgear to face the hottest and most anticipated time of the year. Some of us can’t wait to put on our bikinis and run to the beach; others still feel that slight embarrassment and shy insecurity of those who don’t like to uncover themselves too much at the beach. Whatever group you belong to, know that it is normal and that you are not alone. There is no “costume test” to pass, and the perfect costume is the one in which you feel comfortable. But then, how to choose the swimsuit for 2021?
Types of female costumes
Women’s swimwear is known to be countless. Every year we have to juggle classic bikinis, printed bikinis, one-piece and opaque swimsuits and so on. Below we will look at the main types of swimsuits together to understand how to choose the right swimsuit for each of us, according to our taste and needs.
Classic Bikinis Online
A classic, solid-colored bikini, perhaps with a triangle bra or cups, is a must-have for anyone who feels like getting a little tan in the summer. If you feel comfortable in a bikini and want a simple and versatile solution, you won’t want to miss a black, white, triangle or bandeau bikini. Take a look at these:
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Sale Product on saleWhite bikini with jewel decoration
198,00 CHFOriginal price was: 198,00 CHF.99,00 CHFCurrent price is: 99,00 CHF.
Ilaria Vitagliano makes her Haute Couture beachwear line in Naples.
Printed and embroidered bikinis
If going to the beach (or pool) is “serious business” for you, I already know that you won’t want to limit yourself to sporting a simple triangle bikini. For the more daring, animalier is always in fashion: leopard, tiger or zebra prints will look great, especially on an already visible tan; the perfect solution to show off mid- or late-season or to take along on long trips. At my Light House workshop in Locarno you will find a wide selection of plain and embroidered costumes, some simpler, some more romantic. Among them, Saluré’s Scarlett Bikini is available in multiple colors. Saluré is a brand of handmade costumes made in Lugano by talented designers Chiara Bellemo and Simona Sillano.
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Sale Product on saleHavana bikini with sleeve – Santorini sleeveless lace white bikini – gold
119,00 CHFOriginal price was: 119,00 CHF.85,00 CHFCurrent price is: 85,00 CHF. -
Sale Product on saleWomen’s Bikini Model Brassiere
158,00 CHFOriginal price was: 158,00 CHF.79,00 CHFCurrent price is: 79,00 CHF.
The Amor y Odio line is among my favorites: Manuela Merafino is an Italian designer and makes her costumes by hand in her Rome workshop.
Always remember that if you love swimming, it will be important to have a comfortable, opaque swimsuit in your wardrobe that allows you to swim freely without having to worry about constantly adjusting your cups and briefs!
Livia Montecarlo is a French brand that produces very feminine costumes suitable for all age groups, The high quality of the fabrics makes them resistant to light, salt and chlorine. These are stylish yet comfortable swimsuits, perfect for relaxed swimming in both bikinis and one-piece suits.
How to choose one-piece swimsuit
The one-piece swimsuit, once considered the “safe haven” for the more timid or those who simply prefer to cover their shapes more, has now become a real fashionable item and cannot be missed in the wardrobe of those who love to indulge in beach days and beach vacations. Choosing a one-piece costume should not be overly complicated. We recommend, however, that you always keep in mind the time when you will wear it. If you wish to get a good tan, it might be best to use it at the end of the season, after you have caught the first rays of sun.
If tan, on the other hand, matters little to you, well, you just have to indulge in colors, shapes and ruffles. Here are some examples:
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Sale Product on saleGold-white lace one-piece swimsuit
119,00 CHFOriginal price was: 119,00 CHF.85,00 CHFCurrent price is: 85,00 CHF. -
Sale Product on saleMenorca one-piece swimsuit
129,00 CHFOriginal price was: 129,00 CHF.90,00 CHFCurrent price is: 90,00 CHF.
Complete the look with a cover-up
Remember that at the beach you will not spend all your time just on the beach! We therefore recommend that you choose a practical yet stylish cover-up for walks along the shoreline or drinks at the bar. Even a sarong paired with an elegant one-piece swimsuit might be enough to give your look a consistently polished and sophisticated look.
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Linen and viscose midi dress with contrasting white details | eu-fo-nì-a169,00 CHF
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White top with contrasting black straps and drape | eu-fo-nì-a119,00 CHF
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Black semi-transparent T-shirt in lightweight knit crinkle | eu-fo-nì-a198,00 CHF
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Long semi-transparent linen dress with kimono sleeves | eu-fo-nì-a249,00 CHF
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Linen wrap skirt with decorative ring | eu-fo-nì-a149,00 CHF
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Black linen long dress with crochet details | eu-fo-nì-a229,00 CHF
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Linen top with thin straps and open back | eu-fo-nì-a119,00 CHF
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Jacinta – Linen Bermuda shorts with darts and loops | eu-fo-nì-a139,00 CHF
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Avatar – Black linen top with scarf | eu-fo-nì-a169,00 CHF
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Lily – Linen blouse with perforated knit back | eu-fo-nì-a169,00 CHF
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Ilse Bag medium white leather embossed bag – Elisa Cavaletti439,00 CHF
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Blue long dress with white floral print and keffiyeh – Elisa Cavaletti489,00 CHF
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Reversible caftan with Rose and Waves print – Elisa Cavaletti149,00 CHF
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White leggings with silver foil details – Elisa Cavaletti219,00 CHF
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Light khaki shirt with ruffles and devoré lace – Elisa Cavaletti259,00 CHF
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White cotton shirt with blue hearts and romantic details – Elisa Cavaletti259,00 CHF
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White shirt with ruffles and devorè lace – Elisa Cavaletti259,00 CHF
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White long blouse with ruffles, lace and chic details299,00 CHF
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Heavy Linen Bath Towel with Poema Lace – Elegance and Quality Craftsmanship98,00 CHF
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140x200cm linen tablecloth with lace “Farnese”529,00 CHF
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Heart design trousse68,00 CHF
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Natural bamboo lantern99,00 CHF – 109,00 CHFPrice range: 99,00 CHF through 109,00 CHF
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Light linen and organza curtain190,00 CHF – 229,00 CHFPrice range: 190,00 CHF through 229,00 CHF
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Box set of 6 napkin ties with pendants89,00 CHF
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Medium decoration heart with lace effect pattern30,00 CHF
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45x120cm lace decoration runner “Crochet”139,00 CHF
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Dark Blue Button Top – Rose Gold- interchangeable element29,00 CHF
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Rose gold color customizable ring35,00 CHF
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Atollo double bedspread with Baroque embroidery729,00 CHF
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Guest towel in terry cloth with Poema lace45,00 CHF
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Cassine stainless steel gold-colored rigid bracelet99,00 CHF
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Florence stainless steel ring with crystals and purple grape stone109,00 CHF
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White porcelain decorative hearts with gold details12,00 CHF
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White porcelain decorative heart and gold hearts Love is Life!9,00 CHF
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Porcelain decorative sitting Easter bunny 10 cm8,00 CHF
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Silver-colored metal heart-shaped plate35,00 CHF
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Heart-shaped ceramic plate in the shape of a heart12,00 CHF
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Pair of decorative Easter bunnies in white and gold porcelain12,00 CHF
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Heart-shaped gold-colored metal plate22,00 CHF – 39,00 CHFPrice range: 22,00 CHF through 39,00 CHF
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Top Seano stainless steel rose gold – green crystal stone39,00 CHF
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Rose gold-colored INOX steel Deluxe Round stud earrings with crystals79,00 CHF
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Interchangeable rose gold-colored stainless steel ring with crystals60,00 CHF
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Rose gold INOX steel Eternity ring with crystals60,00 CHF
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Rose gold INOX steel Eternity ring with crystals60,00 CHF
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Rose gold steel hoop earrings with crystals and purple grape stone pendant109,00 CHF
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Pearl Button Top – Rose Gold- interchangeable element29,00 CHF
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Seano top in rose gold scratch-resistant steel with black-colored crystal stone39,00 CHF
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Cassine stainless steel rose gold-colored rigid bracelet99,00 CHF
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Rose Gold Color Stainless Steel Stud Earrings with Crystals and Black Crystal Stone79,00 CHF
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Florence Deluxe stainless steel INOX ring with light gray color stone – QUDO69,00 CHF
In short, the secret is always the same: to feel comfortable, regardless of one’s shape and how opaque a costume is. Therefore, I will not advise you to choose a costume based on your physique , because we are all different and perfect no matter what our body curves are. Rather, I will tell you to choose the perfect costume that makes you feel good, peaceful and carefree during your well-deserved vacation!
Light House is at 8 Torretta Street in Locarno. Come and see me: we will choose your costume together for summer 2021. Alternatively, visit the Light House shop to browse the complete swimwear collection online or contact me to discover the entire assortment of available swimsuits with a convenient video call !