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 a bonus, I've included a selection of joyful cover-ups that can be thrown on top of your cossie 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 is 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 and 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.
If you're after something to stand out in, look to & Other Stories' Floral- Appliqué Swimsuit.
Both the shape and the shade look incredibly high-end.
You'll want to click through just to see the back.
The ruched front and halterneck design caught my eye.
No one will guess this is from the high street.
The white piping is the perfect contrast for this minimalist black cossie.
A comfortable and flattering fit.
After something more on-trend? Look to Zara's polka-dot swimsuit.
Shop the Best High-Street Bikinis:
I turn to this exact bikini every single summer.
Shop the matching Textured High-Waist Bikini Briefs (£27).
There's a reason that triangle bikinis are a classic.
Shop the matching Tie Tanga Bikini Bottom (£22).
The ruching and deep aubergine shade give this one an expensive look.
Shop the matching High-Waisted Bikini Briefs (£30).
Gingham is a key print for summer 2025, and now Abercrombie & Fitch is bringing it into the swimwear category.
Shop the matching Mid Rise High-Leg Moderate Bottom (£35).
Even minimalists lean into bolder shades when it comes to swimwear, and I have a feeling that this red option will sell out fast.
Shop the matching Tie Tanga Bikini Bottoms (£13).
This chic bandeau also has detachable straps for various ways to wear.
Shop the matching Bikini Bottoms With Ring Detail (£40).
This set went straight into my basket.
Shop the matching Brown Ribbed Ring Detail Bikini Bottoms (£16).
The hard part is choosing between the brown and black colourways.
Shop the matching Spotty Tulle Bikini Bottoms (£23).
With a touch of elastane for a comfortable fit.
Shop the matching Khaki Ring Detail Bikini Bottom (£45).
I love the twist of a one-shoulder moment.
Shop the matching Harper High Waisted Rib Bikini Bottoms (£45).
I'm a big fan of a balconette bikini top.
Shop the matching Miranda Crinkle Brazilian Bikini Bottoms (£20).
Shop the Best High-Street Cover-Ups:
The gold metal closure brings an elevated appeal to this sarong.
This elegant two-piece could easily pass for designer.
From the brand that knows all about excellent shirts comes a linen-and-cotton-mix sarong. Choose from red stripes, classic white, timeless black and playful blue.
For those who love a crochet dress.
A black sarong is sure to work hard in your holiday wardrobe.
Swap your cover-up from a simple linen shirt to a considered tie-front top.
This olive shade has all my attention.
Made from 100% linen.
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