Monokinis Are Your New Summer Must-Have

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Clik here to view.Gone are the days when wearing a one-piece swimsuit meant you were either a serious swimmer, sun-averse, or body-conscious. Designers have heard our cries and flooded the market with styles anyone can love in cuts and colors that rival the two-pieces we've been wearing for years. And whether your look is more retro or sexy, maillot is experiencing a resurgence that goes way beyond the occasional #TBT.

If you're not on board already, keep reading; we've got visual proof for going for solo on your next warm vacation. Say buh-bye to that bikini of yours. These stylish, flattering, perfect-for-sunbathing options will remind you that two (pieces) isn't always better than one.



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Don't knock what works. This classic cut swimsuit is made even better with decorative V-neck straps.

H&M V-neck Swimsuit, $29.99, available at H&M.

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Take a cue from this model and use your lace-up swimsuit as a bodysuit when out of the water.

Zara Halter neck Swimsuit, $35.90, available at Zara.

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Get into the maritime theme with a fishnet cutout and two shades of blue.

Do Paris Clarisse Curacao, $248, available at Do Paris.

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Animal print at its best.

Rachel Comey Bay Suit, $288, available at Rachel Comey.

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An Old Hollywood silhouette ideal for sun-bathing.

Topshop Ruche Front Swimsuit, $52, available at Topshop.

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It's the mini mint strap that wraps around the midsection that really makes this piece.

Flagpole Warren, $385, available at Flagpole.

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Never underestimate the impact of some well-placed mesh panelling.

Adore Me Janna, $69.95, available at Adore Me.

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Classic Baywatch vibes with a modern twist.

Duskii Scoop Neck One Piece, $145, available at Duskii.

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This three-shoulder strap suit is too cool. Take it from the pool to dinner by throwing a midi-skirt on top.

Skye & Staghorn Montego Cross Full Piece, $179, available at Skye & Staghorn.

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The most flattering stripes you'll ever find.

Marysia Mott Maillot, $319, available at Marysia.

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We can all get a little cagey when it comes to swimwear choices.

One Teaspoon Xanadu Superman 1 Piece, $136 $68, available at One Teaspoon.

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Soak in the rays while lounging in this cool gingham number.

Lonely Edie Swimsuit, $135.11, available at Lonely.

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On land or sea, Alexander Wang never leads us astray.

Alexander Wang Mesh Combo One Piece Swimsuit, $365, available at Alexander Wang.

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Want a high-neck bikini without the price of buying separates? The solution is right here.

Minimale Animale The Bo One Piece Suit, $230 $149, available at Minimale Animale.

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Booking tickets to anywhere warm, ASAP.

Prism Forte Dei Marmi, $270, available at Prism.

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