# Elegant Poolside Attire Gottex S/S 2009 Swimwear By Sandra Winn | Published 2008-09-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gottex-spring-summer-2009-swimwear References: [fashionpulse.wordpress](http://fashionpulse.wordpress.com/2008/09/09/springsummer-fashion-week-2009-day-4/) & [gottexmodels](http://www.gottexmodels.com/) The **Gottex** Spring/Summer 2009 Swimwear line featured an array of [elegant swimsuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacoste-swimwear-collection) yesterday at the [Mercedes Benz](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pilots-watch-performance-chronograph-41) New York Fashion Week. The Gottex white swimsuit with a horizontal shredded top drapes the shoulders and breasts. It connects to the bottom with a clasp and ends with fringes, for a lavish look that evokes cocktail attire. Equally suited for an evening soiree is the other white Greek-style swimsuit, which was presented with gems running down its center. Between earth-toned [high-waisted bikinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-swim-collection), a golden anchor linking bikini bottoms to tops, anchor accents over the breast, halter-top bikinis, and one-pieces with plunging necklines, it was hard to choose which photos to present this morning from the **Gottex** Spring/Summer 2009 swimwear line. That said, I leave you with two great videos so you can view the Gottex Spring/Summer 2009 Swimear collection in its entirety. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Underwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/underwear) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Elegant Swimwear:** The demand for more upscale swimwear, that can transition from a pool party to a cocktail party, presents an opportunity for designers to experiment with new materials, designs, and embellishments. - **High-waisted Bikinis:** The trend towards high-waisted bikini bottoms reflects a growing interest in more modest and vintage-inspired swimwear, which can be applied to other fashion markets as well. - **Anchor Accents:** The continued popularity of anchor motifs represents an opportunity for accessory designers to incorporate variations on this timeless icon in their collections. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** The swimwear market, in particular, presents numerous opportunities for innovation in design, fabrics, and functionality. - **Accessories:** Anchor motifs and other nautical elements are a hit in a variety of fashion categories, ranging from jewelry to footwear. - **Event and Luxury Planning:** Upscale swimwear designs that can transition from pool parties to cocktails present new opportunities for event planners to create themed, high-end events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Frilly Feminine Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunza-g.md) - [Stylish Holiday-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bain-de-minuit.md) - [Versatile Sleek Swimwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dandy-del-mar.md) - [Collaborative Luxe Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adriana-degreas-x-sabine-getty.md) - [White-Tonal Bridal Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunza-g-1.md) - [Enchanting Mediterranean Swim Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-del-sol-collection.md) - [Print-Focused Swim Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fioretta.md) - [Italian Summer Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soeur.md) - [Elegant Sporty Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacoste-swimwear-collection.md)