Sorry, But Summer 2022 Means the Demise of These 7 Swimwear Trends

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@hannahfaithlord

Four years ago, neon shades had quite the grip on our closets, and highlighter hues infiltrated everything, especially swimwear. While saturated shades can still be found here and there, their replacement has arrived. Meet the trend I've dubbed "mermaid" suits for their soft, shimmery, and iridescent tones that beautifully catch the light.

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@lefevrediary

If there's one swimwear rule to live by this summer, it's to always make it a matching set. Coordinating your swimsuit with your cover-up will ensure you're "that girl" when you show up at the beach, pool, rooftop, or destination of choice. A matching ensemble will always look so put-together. 

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@emnitta

There was a moment when almost all trendy bikini tops looked like they could double as regular crop tops. Think puff sleeves and any sleeves at all. I have nothing against them, but it's hard not to notice their extinction and a new kind of staple bikini taking hold—underwire tops. It's easy to see why the lingerie-inspired style has gotten so popular. It's as supportive as your favorite bra and lends a retro feel to any swimsuit.

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@fannybourdettedonon

It was only a matter of time until the cutout trend made its way into swimwear territory, and summer 2022 is marking that milestone. Not just any cutouts will do, though. Look for quirky silhouettes with asymmetric straps, delicate draping, and metal hardware.

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@hoskelsa

Buh-bye, cutout bandeaus. Hello, string halters! Take a triangle bikini top and flip it upside down to create a completely fresh swimsuit, or simply buy one already made to be styled as such. It's a simple adjustment but adds that extra hint of trendiness to your classic string bikinis.

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@josefinehj

I don't think athletic swimwear will ever go out of style since there will always be a sport du jour that fashion takes its inspiration from. That said, suits that resemble sports bras just for the look, performance design aside, are hitting their expiration, and simple '90s-inspired silhouettes fill the gap for understated and minimalist swimwear.