# Idiosyncratic Swimsuits The Free People 2011 Swimwear Line is Caught Between Land and Water By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-01-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-people-2011-swimwear References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/pictures/b--Free-People-swim-5644.html) & [freepeople](http://www.freepeople.com/) A day at the beach doesn't always translate to a day in the ocean, so the Free People 2011 Swimwear line is perfect for those caught somewhere between land and sea. This [colorful and eclectic collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-club) of [coastal looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salty-mermaid) is fit for both a dip in the water and a drink at the beachfront bar. With lacy necklines, racy lattice material and [vintage floral bikinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformations-second-swim-drop) and bodysuits, the Free People 2011 Swimwear line adds fresh and flexible pieces to your summer wardrobe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Versatile Swimwear:** Swimwear designs which cater to both in-water and out-of-water occasions. - **Eclectic Beach Fashion:** A colorful and vintage collection of beach-ready wardrobe items. - **Lacy and Lattice:** Intricate designs using lacy and lattice patterns. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion designers and retailers looking to create more versatile swimwear options. - **Swimwear:** Swimwear manufacturers and retailers looking to add unique, eclectic pieces to their collections. - **Textiles:** Textile manufacturers and designers creating intricate lacy and lattice pattern fabrics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylish Beach-Ready Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-swim-collection.md) - [Print-Focused Swim Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fioretta.md) - [Frilly Feminine Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunza-g.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Swimwear Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformations-second-swim-drop.md) - [Versatile Sleek Swimwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dandy-del-mar.md) - [Patterned Swimwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pendleton-swim-and-beach.md) - [Sustainable Statement Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animalia.md) - [Wellness Focused Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathing-belle.md) - [Summery Bikini Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-spring-2024.md)