Summer is fast approaching, and you know what that means; it is time to bare all. In your swimsuit, that is! Maybe you have dieted, worked out or started taking yoga classes in order to shape up for the body baring season that is summer, but don’t forget the most important aspect of the season; your swimsuit.

It may be the smallest ensemble you wear all season, but that does not mean it is the least important. Your swimsuit serves not only to keep you covered up on the beach, but to make a statement as well; and that statement is a fashion statement. Whether you are on the beach, by the pool or on a boat you want to look as fabulous as possible, which is why you should look forward to womens swimwear for the upcoming summer season.

Womens swimwear this season is more fabulous than ever. Gone are the days of boring womens swimwear; this summer, the hottest looks are bold and beautiful. One of the hottest new looks in womens swimwear this season is pattern. Even the smallest of bikinis are rocking a bold pattern, whether it is peacock feathers, paisley or stripes. Patterns are everywhere this summer, including on swimsuit cover ups. The bolder the pattern, the more fabulous the beach wear.

With pattern comes color and this season’s womens swimwear is no stranger to bold, vibrant hues. Think bright; blues, yellows, reds, oranges and pinks are hotter than ever but the most popular color you will see this season in womens swimwear is purple. Purple is everywhere this summer, and if you want to have the most fashionable swimsuit on the beach, think purple.

Now that you know to look for vibrant colors and bold patterns you need to know which styles are the must haves for this summer. The most classic look on the beach is the bikini, and like every year, the bikini is as fashionable as ever. However, this summer you will see altered forms of the classic triangle top bikini. Designers are including more bandeau tops in their collections; which is a great look for women looking to avoid unflattering tan lines this year. Also, the tankini is going to be big this year. Perfect for women that want the convenience of a bikini with modest lines, the tankini is a look that many women are opting for this summer.

This summer, sexy is going to a whole new level with the monokini; the one piece swimsuit with cutouts. Monokinis can be modest, with a small cutout on the side or back or it can be extreme, smaller than a bikini with only a small strap that connects the top and bottom. This look is one of the hottest on the beach this summer; wear one with a bold print, a vibrant color or pick on in a solid neutral and accessorize it with bold jewelry, a big hat, modern sunglasses and a killer pair of espadrilles.

This summer, there is a lot to look forward to when it comes to swimsuit shopping.