5 Swimwear Trends About to Dominate in Europe This Summer

Make waves in these standout silhouettes.

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And just like that, summer is on the horizon. After months of braving the cold, there's perhaps no better feeling than basking in the sun in a cute swimsuit. Naturally, half the fun of summer lies in curating a foolproof swimwear lineup. Even though the season is still a ways off, a fresh wave of trends is already taking shape—ready to be packed for a Euro vacation.

Many sought-after silhouettes are an extension of broader fashion trends. Case in point: polka dots. Yes, the perennial print is making a splash (pun intended) in the swimwear scene, and brands like With Jéan and Reformation are capitalizing on the trend. Meanwhile, naked dressing continues to reign, so it's no wonder retailers are honing in on skin-baring details such as lace-up designs and strategic cutouts.

Without further ado, scroll ahead for five swimwear trends destined to dominate Europe this summer. All that's missing is an Aperol spritz.

Scallop

Marysia wearing a scallop-edge swimsuit.

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Scallop details were nearly inescapable in the 2010s, appearing on everything from shorts to skirts to dresses. While the once-ubiquitous style eventually fell out of favor, the detail is resurfacing—this time in the swimwear department. Thanks to brands like Marysia and LSpace, the trend feels less overtly preppy and decidedly chicer.

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Polka Dots

Dua Lipa in polka dot bikini top.

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The polka-dot trend shows no signs of slowing down. After becoming a cornerstone of our closets for seasons, the motif is now entering the swimwear arena. Just ask Dua Lipa, a known fan of the dotted look. The best part about polka-dot swimwear? The design will never really go out of style.

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Studded

Model wearing Hunza G studded swimwear.

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Studs had a major moment last summer, adorning everything from handbags to sandals. Now, the edgy hardware is moving into the swimwear category, courtesy of brands like Hunza G and Norma Kamali. For an easy beach-to-boardwalk look, style a studded bikini with denim cutoffs and flip-flops.

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Lace Up

Hailey Bieber in a lace-up one-piece.

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When Hailey Bieber gets behind a trend, it's only a matter of time before it takes off. Enter lace-up swimwear. The Rhode founder donned the look earlier this year, throwing it back to the early 2000s with a vintage Roberto Cavalli one-piece. While her look nodded to the past, the market is currently brimming with fresh, modern takes on the lace-up silhouette.

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Cutouts

Model wearing a Follow Suit cutout one piece.

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No, cutout swimwear isn't exactly groundbreaking. However, we'd argue the sultry look feels fresher than ever right now. Take Follow Suit, for instance, which designed one-piece suits with floral cutouts—recently spotted on Poppy in Netflix's People We Meet on Vacation. For a more understated take, a bikini top or bottom with a hint of the skin-baring detail will do the trick.

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Kelsey Stewart
Kelsey Stewart
Contributing Fashion Editor

Kelsey is a Los Angeles–based fashion, lifestyle, and beauty writer with more than six years of experience. She began her career in 2019 as an intern at The Zoe Report, where she later held roles including Editorial Assistant, Fashion & Beauty Writer, and Associate Fashion Editor. Kelsey also spent time at Shopbop as a copywriter, shaping homepage, email, and social media content for the retailer. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Fashion Business Management from The Fashion Institute of Technology. Her work has also appeared in Vogue, Glamour, Byrdie, InStyle, Refinery29, WWD, Footwear News, and Coveteur.