By this stage of the summer, swimwear is often in short supply. Here are some styles that are still in stock online to help get you holiday-ready …
It may seem a little unorthodox but really the best time to buy swimwear is when it first lands in store in March or April. Yes, we can still be dealing with freezing cold Irish wintery weather, but those in the know will stock up on swimwear before it sells out. By the time the June bank holiday comes around, rails that were once lined with bikinis are suddenly bare. So for those who are travelling away in July and August there is little chance of finding something suitable in-store if you leave it until the last minute. Many of us put off shopping for swimwear – Harsh fitting room lights! Uncomfortable try-on sessions! Unflattering bikinis! – so the key is to find a swimsuit that is flattering, comfortable and durable enough that it will last you more than one summer, if only to avoid the same situation year after year. If you’re averse to this season’s trend for cut-outs (so many cut-outs!) keep scrolling as we’ve found flattering, one-pieces that are still available online now* …
*In stock at time of publishing July 26 2022.
Black ribbed padded plunge swimsuit, €40, at Marks & Spencer.
Red high leg shaping swimsuit, €34.99, at H&M.
Black Tania V-neck swimsuit, Max Mara, €159;www.mytheresa.com.
Black rose print swimsuit, Norma Kamali, €240, at Brown Thomas.
Navy print ruched side tummy control swimsuit, €45, at Next.
Red Samoa wrap over control swimsuit, Pour Moi, €55; www.zalando.ie.
Green swimsuit, €105; www.SweatyBetty.com.
Black Les Essentials Aquarelle swimsuit, Eres, €230; www.Net-A-Porter.com.
Positivisea plus size graphic-print swimsuit, €50, at Adidas.
Green Maggie colour-block recycled-fibre swimsuit, Casa Raki, €200; www.MatchesFashion.com.
