7 Swim Pieces That Will Make a Splash This Summer—No Matter Your Poolside Style

Is there anything worse than swimsuit envy while sitting poolside on holiday? Okay, maybe flight cancellations—but looking good and feeling great are essential parts of vacation living. The sunny confidence that comes with great swimwear is the best holiday accessory you can pack. Here’s a curated roundup of the most elegant, sporty, and camera-ready swimsuits for your summer travels—from eco-minded labels to designer pieces that double as bodysuits after dark. —Lauren Walker-Lee

The French Girl Bikini (But Make It LA)

This super-cute Kahiwa Top ($148) and Faro Bottom ($148) from Reformation gives a nod to La Piscine but with a Californian conscience. Made from recycled materials, it’s perfect for a midday spritz at a beach club in Cannes—or a Polaroid-worthy drive down the West Coast. The interlock knit swim fabric is made from 80 per cent EVO by Fulgar (a bio-based polyamide made from 100 per cent renewable plants) and 20 per cent elastane. Reformation continues to bring out the “Ref girl” in all of us while championing planet-forward designs.

The Couture One-Piece

Designed in Toronto and crafted for women who understand the power of tailoring, the ultra-luxe Lauren Bentley Swimwear Balconette Maillot ($420) has the architectural integrity of a bespoke dress. With effortless sophistication, supportive underwire cups, and chic ruching along the straps, Lauren Bentley has created the Grace Kelly of swimwear. Crafted to celebrate the female form, complete with a second-skin fabric unlike any other.

The Functional Suit

For the serious swimmer or active outdoor type who still appreciates a killer colour story. Left on Friday’s Mix-and-Match Two-Piece Sunseeker Long-Sleeve Top ($115) and Wear To Bottom ($100) offer surfer-girl appeal and added SPF protection, while the contrast bottom adds the perfect dose of style. Left On Friday offers colour combinations and styles for everyone, making their mix-and-match options an endless source of inspiration for sport, style, and leisure.

The Investment Piece

This isn’t your average one-piece. Matteau’s Petite Square Maillot ($550) in cassis is an investment piece that fans of the Australian brand swear by—for its classic, beautifully made style that’s worth the price tag. It’s sophisticated, structured, and just revealing enough—perfect for days in the sun, poolside lounging, and worn as a bodysuit for dinner at sunset. This suit offers medium rear coverage, a high-leg cut, and is fully lined with seamless front finishing.

The Indie Darling

Montreal-based Selfish Swimwear brings sustainability and slow fashion to the beach. The Nicole ($160) is a classic with a twist—cut to flatter and made to last, using environmentally friendly fabrics sourced from Europe. Expect compliments from strangers (and the planet) wherever you wear it.

The Low-Cost Moment

Proof that cult-classic design can still come at wallet-friendly prices. The classic black set from H&M—top ($28) and bottom ($15)—is a blank canvas for vacation dressing. Style it with an of-the-moment scarf or oversized white shirt and vintage shades for maximum cool with minimal effort.

The Classic Print

We’re here for Knix’s foray into swimwear after dominating the underwear category. Knix’s high-rise Sculpt Bottoms in Wild Cat ($55) give chic retro vibes while hugging all the right places. The Ruche Sculpt Top ($70) has the most flattering plunging V detail, boasting UPF 50 protection and the premium-quality materials the Canadian brand is known for. You can never go wrong with classic leopard print—a neutral in the eyes of fashion’s jet set.