The Elle Netherlands June 2014 issue featured freckle-faced model Camilla Christensen frolicking along the warm waters of a tropical beach dressed up in bright bathing suits.
Christensen starred in a steamy bathing suit shoot that embraced high-waisted bottoms and sheer tops over traditional triangle bikinis. Each of the bikinis Christensen wore was jewel-toned with interesting details. Two standout suits were an emerald bikini with beautiful fringe detailing along the side and a T-shirt with a bikini top print.
Christensen rocked several glamorous scarf headpieces in her hair. The technicolor and Renaissance-inspired print of the silk scarves blowing in the wind gave the shoot a vintage feel. One look at these images and you’ll instantly wish you could transport yourself somewhere warm and tropical.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- High-waisted Swimwear
- Opportunity for designing swimwear that embraces high-waisted bottoms and innovative details.
- Sheer Swimwear
- Opportunity to create swimwear with sheer tops and interesting jewel-toned designs.
- Scarf Headpieces
- Opportunity to explore the use of glamorous scarf headpieces in swimwear shoots for a vintage aesthetic.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Swimwear Design
- Opportunity for swimwear designers to create stylish and innovative high-waisted and sheer swimwear.
- Fashion Photography
- Opportunity for fashion photographers to experiment with incorporating scarf headpieces for a vintage vibe in swimwear editorials.
- Beach Resorts
- Opportunity for beach resorts to market themselves as tropical destinations by showcasing swimwear trends like high-waisted bottoms and jewel-toned designs.
