# X-Ray Swimsuits Ribs Swimsuits by BlackMilk Will Give You an Exoskeleton By John Ibbitson | Published 2011-11-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackmilk References: [blackmilkclothing](http://www.blackmilkclothing.com/categories/SWIMSUITS/) & [blackmilkclothing](http://www.blackmilkclothing.com/products/3D-Ribs-Swimsuit.html#) You’ve heard the expression before, “She’s all skin and bones”, but now ultra-rad fashion label BlackMilk takes that statement to a whole new literal level with the release of its Ribs Swimsuit collection. The Australian-made swimsuits feature a printed skeletal design in a white, black and 3D version sure to turn heads on the boardwalk. This rock-and-rolling collection takes influences from Gothic fashion and appears as if the wearer is sporting an X-ray of their body. The 3D version takes the illusion further, coming with a pair of the red and blue glasses to really make your look pop. So if you want to grab looks from afar this swimsuit season, consider investing in one of these to cool for school, exoskeleton swimsuits from BlackMilk. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Skeleton Swimsuits:** Fashion companies can leverage 3D printing and bold designs to create unique products that stand out in a crowded market. - **Gothic Influenced Fashion:** Fashion brands can tap into the growing demand for gothic aesthetics and create innovative designs that appeal to a niche market. - **3D Printed Clothing:** Companies can explore the use of 3D printing technology in the fashion industry to create customizable, eco-friendly, and visually stunning products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion companies can innovate by exploring unusual and bold designs that appeal to specific target markets. - **3D Printing:** Companies that specialize in 3D printing technology can leverage it in the fashion industry to create innovative and eco-friendly products. - **Retail:** Retailers can offer unique clothing items to customers by partnering with fashion companies that specialize in bold designs and new manufacturing techniques. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D-Printed Skeletal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoskyn.md) - [Streetwear Label Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ksubi-unveils-kswim.md) - [Celebrity Swimwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swim-line.md) - [Italian Swimwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oseree.md) - [Stylish Holiday-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bain-de-minuit.md) - [Frilly Feminine Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunza-g.md) - [Wellness Focused Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathing-belle.md) - [Comfort-Forward Swimsuit Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onewith-x-claire-buckley.md) - [Shaping Swimwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaping-swimwear.md)