Bikinis are always high on the agenda, but never more so than midway through summer – when you’re wrestling with disintegrating waistbands and suncream stained fabrics from swimwear of seasons gone by. Yes, even the best bikinis have a shelf life.
It’s no surprise, either, that after swathes of swim and resortwear silhouettes walked the Fashion Week runways — and we continue to battle the tumultuous Great British summer weather — we’re even more keen to grab our beach towels, sunglasses and beach cover-ups and head away on holiday.
If you’re seeking swimwear inspiration, Miu Miu made a case for the sporty bikini briefs, Christopher Esber for crisp white styles, and Acne Studios for the vintage-inspired high waisted bottoms.
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Best bikini brands 2025
- Best for halterneck bikinis: Boux Avenue
- Best for bikinis for big busts: Form & Fold
- Best for triangle bikinis: Seafolly
- Best underwired bikinis: AWAY THAT DAY
- Best bikinis for small boobs: H&M
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So, no matter if you’ve been savvy enough to secure a weekend break at a quaint spa hotel in the Cotswolds for September, or you’re jetting off to climes that are altogether more ~sunny~ (and staying at one of the best hotels in Mallorca, the Maldives or on the Amalfi Coast), it’s time to take your swimwear selection seriously. As when it comes to sourcing the ‘best’ bikinis, there’s a lengthy list of factors to consider.
Firstly, you’ll want to understand which are the best swimwear brands? Hunza G still reigns supreme as a fashion fan favourite while newer labels like Monday Swim and Away That Day continue to rise up the ranks. Then, you’ve got to select a shape: strapless, balconette, plunge or a trusty triangle are just a handful of popular styles. And, of course, there’s colour, of which there’s no shortage of summer-ready shades.
Yet, to save you the scrolling — few things dampen holiday excitement like having to return every single item you’ve just bought, after all — we’ve done the legwork for you. Below, the best bikinis to see you through this summer and beyond. Bon voyage!
For more from GLAMOUR UK’s Senior Commerce Writer Georgia Trodd, follow her on Instagram @georgiatrodd. After more swim? We’ve also got tummy control swimsuits, maternity swimwear and period swimwear.
