# $3,000 Bikinis Pistol Panties ‘Anita' Bling-Kini is Covered in Swarovski Crystals By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-04-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pistol-panties-anita-bikini References: [luxist](http://www.luxist.com/2009/04/26/pistol-panties-anita-bikini/) & [selfridges](http://www.selfridges.co.uk/index.cfm?page=1153&articleID=14017&artname=The) This Pistol Panties 'Anita' maillot swimsuit is covered in 5,000 Swarovski crystals and is absolutely not fit for swimming. It's a bling-kini in the truest sense of the word, with ties behind the neck and a thin beaded gold rope that connects the top and bottom. I can't imagine the blinding effect this Pistol Panties 'Anita' swimsuit would make poolside on a bright summer afternoon! **Implications** - While many families and members of society are still suffering from the recession, others have regained their financial stability and are looking to spend their newfound fortunes. Ordinary products that have been enhanced, upgraded or significantly improved to the point that they are now distinct from their original counterparts will appeal to such individuals. Companies will benefit by providing consumers with extravagant and lavish products that not every consumer will be able to access. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Luxury Enhancement:** Opportunity to enhance ordinary products to appeal to affluent consumers. - **Bling Culture:** Growing trend of incorporating bling and luxury elements into fashion. - **Exclusive Experiences:** Demand for extravagant products that offer unique experiences to wealthy consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate luxury elements and create exclusive products. - **Jewelry:** Market for incorporating crystals and other luxury materials into jewelry and accessories. - **Lifestyle Services:** Potential for offering exclusive experiences and products to wealthy consumers in the luxury lifestyle services industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Frilly Feminine Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunza-g.md) - [Luxury Swim Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swimwear-redefined.md) - [Crochet Bikini Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coverups-and-swimwear.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-x-swarovski.md) - [Body-Positive Charm Bikinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billie-x-ian-charms.md) - [Color-Rich Swimsuit Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-club.md) - [Collaborative Luxe Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adriana-degreas-x-sabine-getty.md) - [Stylish Beach-Ready Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-swim-collection.md) - [Luxury Dumbbells Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pent-x-swarovski.md)