# Side-Baring Monokinis One-Piece Swimsuits Make the Beach Even Hotter for ‘09 By Lindsay Joan | Published 2009-06-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sexy-summer-trend-monokini-one-piece-bikinis References: [everythingbikini](http://www.everythingbikini.com/monokini.html) & [everythingbikini](http://www.everythingbikini.com/monokini.html) Summer of 09’s most wanted fashion statement is the monokini! Temperatures are rising in some of the most fabulous cities in the world, and it’s creating a heated desire to hit the beach. The [hottest trend in swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangls-mirage-drop) is the monkini bikini! The [one-piece has made a triumphant return](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tyler-mcgillivary-3) as the sexiest summer essential. You may not want to swim laps in these fabulous designs, but you’re bound to make an impression pool-side. From Paris Hilton to the Kardashian sisters and Jessica Alba, every A-list celebrity is rocking the monokini. This unique style of bikini gives every woman what she wants: all of the sex appeal without compromising class. From Ed Hardy to Roberto Cavalli and Gucci, some of the world’s most successful designers have stamped their names on these [bold statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animalia). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Monokini Swimwear Trend:** The resurgence of monokini swimwear presents an opportunity for innovators to upgrade the traditional one-piece swimsuit. - **Celebrity-endorsed Swimwear:** Marketing monokini swimwear as a celebrity-endorsed product can effectively influence consumers' purchasing decisions. - **Bold Designer Swimwear:** Designing bold, unique monokini swimwear can set one brand apart in a competitive market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can capitalize on the monokini trend by producing high-quality designs in various styles and sizes. - **Swimwear Industry:** The swimwear industry can benefit from innovative designs and materials to make monokinis more practical for swimming and water activities. - **Celebrity Endorsement Industry:** Celebrity-endorsed monokini swimwear can provide attractiveness and prestige to a brand that seeks to penetrate the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Frilly Feminine Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunza-g.md) - [Celebrity Swimwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swim-line.md) - [Wellness Focused Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathing-belle.md) - [Stylish Beach-Ready Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-swim-collection.md) - [Bespoke Swimwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathing-belle-swimwear.md) - [Stylish Holiday-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bain-de-minuit.md) - [Print-Focused Swim Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fioretta.md) - [Summery Bikini Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-spring-2024.md) - [Color-Rich Swimsuit Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-club.md)