Key fashion trends of the season: Bikinis

Bikini, £205, cardigan with silk lapels, £170, and fringed shoes, £485
This season, pick your perfect poolside bikini - there are plenty to choose from in every colour, print and shape. Even better, the tops and bottoms are now sold separately so you're sure to find the perfect one for your shape
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Top, £22, and bottoms, £20
If this cute paisley bikini isn't enough to get you booking a last-minute package deal to soak up some sun, then we don't know what is. Hurry though, they are selling like hot cakes
From asos.com
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Bikini, £73
A perfect shape if your problem area is the top of your thighs - the playful frill helps distract the eye and hides the top of the leg
By Seafolly from beachcafe.com
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Bikini top, £59, and bottoms, £59
If your prefer a subtle approach to the beach, this is the bikini for you. The pastel shade is perfect on most skin tones and the detachable straps ensure there will be no unsightly strap marks.
From myla.com
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Bikini top, £25, and bottoms, £20
Super-chic, you're sure to sizzle in this little number. Layer up bangles, slip on some sexy heels and reserve your seat at the poolside bar. This bikini will guarantee an audience
From frenchconnection.com
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Bikini top, £8, bottoms, £6
There is something incredibly elegant about the deep plum colour, asymmetric strap and gold hardwear detail, and all for less than the price of a poolside cocktail. The strap is detachable, for even tanning
By Et Vous from matalan.co.uk
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Bikini, £39
There is something very Emilio Pucci about this print and that, readers, is never, ever a bad thing
From very.co.uk
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Bikini top, £18, and tie pants, £14
We love this cheeky polkadot bikini by Frost French. The flattering black background is a failsafe option and slimming to the eye
Floozie by Frost French from debenhams.com
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Bikini top, £75, and bottoms, £70
New to the swimwear arena is hot label Black Neon, available from the end of this month, so place your order now and be one of the first to strut your stuff in this cool retro ensemble
From blackneon.co.uk
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Bikini top, £24, and bottoms, £22
We love this retro floral print. The slightly deeper bra top has a corset effect, pulling you in. This style is ideal for smaller cups sizes - the halter neck will make the most of the curves you have. The side-tie briefs are flattering as unsightly bulging is easy avoided by loosening your knots
From asos.com
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Bikini top, £14, and bottoms, £14
This retro kimono-style print gives this bikini a well-loved vintage feel. Perfect for the beach and styled with faded denim shorts for a cool boho look
From monsoon.co.uk
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