It’s nearly time for social obligations to wrap and for the soleil to beckon your inner bathing cutie to a peaceful afternoon by the pool.

I did a little personal shopping for you–pulled a few standouts in this season’s swimwear for guys and gals, just so you can make a splash…

All this retro pin-up Norma Kamali suit needs is a pair of red-and-white striped espadrilles and an oversized floppy white hat to turn you into a screen-siren. Well, and maybe a refreshing cocktail…

This Michael Kors suit almost needs it’s own reality show…

Even though I know I’m not a polka dot wearing girl, I just love the trend. For some reason it makes me think of the wearer as a fun and flirty girl. Pair it with a breton-striped shirt to give it a little French nonchalance. This one’s from J.Crew.

I know. I know. I’m a broken record: Nobody does leopard like Dolce & Gabbana.

Mon Dieu! I say if you can wear this cutout Hervé Léger bandage bikini, then do. It has the proverbial tough girl look about it without revealing too much. Why do I have a feeling we’ll see Rooney Mara in this on a beach in Ibiza?

Liquid gold Lanvin. This one shoulder piece gives alotta sexy with some solid coverage. And the belt will give a slimming look – who doesn’t want that?

Guys, stay with me here because the cognoscenti of beachwear fashion are saying it’s time to get in the mood for prints…

An Italian will always lead the way to a chic afternoon at the beach, so look to Etro for cool cuts, saturated hues and a handsome print to send you on your way.

Hang ten with these J.Crew vintage inspired, nine-inch-long board shorts in a jaunty blown-out gingham

Add a soupçon of modern preppy into your summer wardrobe with these Scotch & Soda a la marinière striped swim trunks

PS: If you want to complete your summer look, and missed last week’s blog, I’ve got some suggestions for your next pair of sunnies…

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