Fashion’s cyclical nature has hit the swimwear world hard this year. This has been a summer filled with flashes from the past due to the fact that some of the most nostalgic styles we’ve loved in decades past are finding their way back into our vacation wardrobes, but with a modern twist. Tankinis have shed their early 2000s reputation thanks to designer brands backing it while sporty swim shorts are becoming a favorite among fashion insiders who are known for cool factor.
And it doesn’t stop there, minimalist bikinis, retro-inspired prints, and high-cut one-pieces continue to prove that sometimes the best trends are the ones worth coming back to. Whether you’re planning a tropical getaway or simply updating your swim drawer for the season ahead, these are the eight swimsuit trends making a stylish comeback for Summer 2026.
Swim Boy Shorts
Sporty swimwear is having a major moment and if you want in, boy shorts should be the first thing on your list. Cool girls are already calling it a summer wardrobe staple
tropic of c
Santorini Short in Banana Spine
Free People
Toast Signature Boy Shorts
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