Designer Swimsuits on a Budget

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Have a taste for designer swimsuits, but a moderate budget? Check out these options.

How affordable can designer swimsuits possibly be? Well, often they're not, plain and simple. Cute bathing suits can easily top 200, 300 bucks or more - all for a bit of stretchy fabric, artfully constructed to flatter the body. But if you dig around a bit, you'll find great deals on designer swimsuits from modest to sexy, classic to trendy - especially if you're willing to shop online. Here, 10 budget- friendly designer swimsuits to flatter all figures (click thru for sizes available, and alternate colors in some cases). Though most started out much pricier, they're all (as of winter 2012) priced under $100. So dive in!

Lisa Curran Women's St. Raphael Ruffle Crossover V-Neck One-Piece Swimsuit, Olive, 14

Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Why I love it: The color is classily organic, the ruffle detail fun & flirty. Great combo.

Kenneth Cole Reaction Women's French Twist 1 Piece Halter Mio

Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Why I love it: polka dots are an eternally sweet swimsuit pattern, and so fresh with the pop of red at top.

Moontide M4503PF Passion Flower Twist Swimsuit ME/12UK/10US/38DE/40FR/44IT Pink

Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Why I love it: florals are always fun, but vertical stripes at the sides add interest & are slimming. Ingenious!

Lisa Curran Women's Rome One-Piece V-Neck One-Piece Swimsuit, Black, 12

Amazon Price: $195.00 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Why I love it: Chic matte gold hardware and slenderizing detail under the bust, across the ribcage. Simple, but not boring.

Athena Womens Swim Dress, Pink, 12

Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Why I love it: Fabulous color & good coverage, if you like more of that.

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Freya Flamingo Underwire Bandeau Bikini Top (AS3149) 36FF/Lipstick

Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Why I love it: Bright, vibrant colors stand out at the beach or pool, especially in a shape this flattering. Two cute bottom styles to pick from, too...

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Gottex Womens Delunay Square Neck Tank One Piece, Fuschia, 10

Amazon Price: $168.00 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Why I love it: Known for its awesome prints, Gottex doesn't disappoint with this modern-arty fuschia number.

Michael Kors Binding Solids One Piece High Neck - Walnut - 6

Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Why I love it: For some reason this reminds me of a glam '70s pool party. Streamlined can be sexy.

Volcom Juniors Be Bold One Piece Swimwear, Multi, Small

Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Why I love it: Modernized '80s looks are fun on the young or young at heart. And cutout suits are a way to show more skin without committing to a bikini.

Women's Miraclesuit 1 Piece Animal print SwimSuit Print Slimming Swimwear Retails $134 Sizes 10 12 or 14

Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Why I love it: Probably the hottest looking shapewear suit I've ever seen. So glad leopard is back with a vengeance!

Comments

Do you favor designer swimsuits? What's your favorite purchase so far, in terms of designer bathing suits?

  • TheLifestyleChanger Feb 29, 2012 @ 10:50 pm | delete
    I haven't purchased it yet! That Kenneth Cole one piece on your lens has my name on it!
  • KarateKatGraphics Mar 8, 2012 @ 10:55 pm | delete
    isn't it cute? I need straps but envy those who don't!

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