10 France-Inspired Swimwear Pieces To Adore

These 10 bikinis pay homage to a summer in France, to be channelled on the country’s glorious Southern coast or from the beach at home. After all, the bikini originated in France, where a midriff-baring look first impressed fashionistas at beachy runways and Parisian pools of the late-1940s. —Julia Dumbrell

ERES: Loulou One Pieces

Sensual and bold, the Loulou one-piece swimsuit stands out for its deep V-shaped neckline ($985). A new release in the swimwear collection by iconic French brand ERES, its silhouette is slightly high-cut on the leg for irresistible femininity.

Reformation Swim: St Tropez

As with all of Ref Swim, the St Tropez Crochet Sun Suit is made with EVO by Fulgar, a renewable, super soft, bio-based fibre, containing no plastic and derived from the castor plant ($348).

Anja Paris: Le Délicieux

All of Anja Paris’ swimwear, like their new and feminine Le Délicieux shape, is designed in the heart of Paris with clean lines, elegant colors, and quality fabrics ($325).

Sézane: Ysé Collaboration

Sézane collabed with French lingerie and swimwear brand Ysé on a stunning swimwear line, like La Vie Calme Swimsuit ($185). Each piece in the collection is complete with delicate details like a waffle material, plunging neckline and slim straps.

Juillet Swimwear: Broderie Anglaise

Eliciting a laid-back and luxury feel through feminine tones and timeless silhouettes, we simply adore pieces like the Lee Top the Broderie Anglaise collection by Juillet Swimwear ($180).

Tyler McGillivary: Joie de Vivre

Tyler McGillivary launched its first-ever and highly anticipated swimwear collection this summer, bringing Tyler’s signature mix of visual storytelling, romantic structure, and playful detail to a new category. Pisces like the Vivian Tankini from the debut swim capsule draws from vintage bathing costumes, 18th-century corsetry, botanical motifs, and early-2000s lingerie, translating historical codes into wearable, modern silhouettes ($126).

J. Crew: New French Bikini

Très chic, J. Crew agrees that a classic french bikini top never fails. Theirs incorporates a recycled nylon fabric and Red Arroyo polka dot print ($117).

Nénés Paris: Marcia Top

Nénés Paris’ eco-responsible swimwear, namely the Marcia top, is finished with signature Français details like a raspberry-red colour, a ruffled effect at the neckline, and a pretty bow at the back ($95).

La Vie en Rose: Balconette One-Piece

With a retro and French-inspired Lemon Tile, La Vie En Rose’s one-piece swimsuit is adorned with a flattering balconette neckline ($76).

Seamolly: Polka Dot Picot Bikini Set

Seamolly is on vacation all year round, taking us to the South of France anytime with pieces like the Polka Dot Picot Bikini Set ($40).