Spring break is so close, girls at Academy cannot stop envisioning themselves at the beach. Swimsuits are an obvious beach staple. These days there is a variety of designs and colors for every girl and body.

The key with swimsuits is to purchase certain colors. Black and white buttons and tops are essential because they can match with almost anything. This way when you find the perfect print top, you do not have to worry about finding  a bottom to go with it.

Victoria Secret is most girls go to swim shop. They offer all the hot trends along with simple swim suits, which makes for a wide variety of choices. Other stores like H&M offer swimsuits with a little edge. Target is also a great swim shop.

If you are really looking to revamp your swimsuit collection, ASOS has a pleathre of edgy suits.

Just like anything in fashion, swim trends are constantly changing each year. Fashion week this year revealed hot trends include the sweet heart bandeau, ruffles and one pieces with cut outs. Junior Erika Menendez “loves ruffles because they aid a certain flair.”

Floral is also taking a stand this spring. Floral print swimsuits are colorfully popping up in stores all over.

Looking to be really instyle? Purchase some high wasted bottoms. These bottoms may cover your belly but they actually really help show off your figure.

One pieces are starting to make a comeback, but this time with some sas. Adding fringe and cut outs helps the suits lose their conservative vibe. Senior Natalie Martinez, “used to be completely against one pieces but now I cannot wait to try on some of the new styles.”

The most important thing is finding the swimsuit you feel most comfortable in and gives you confidence.

Once you have found the perfect suit, do not forget the necessary beach day essentials. It is vital to always bring sunglasses, towel, tanning oil and of course magazines!

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