Put your eternal black swimsuit in the closet! A wind of novelty is blowing on the beaches with the return of a sunny shade that we no longer expected.
As the days get longer and the mildness of spring finally begins to warm our locker rooms, the desire to escape becomes irresistible. Timeless, flattering, always chic, the black bikini has reigned supreme on the beaches for decades. But this spring, a breath of fresh air is blowing through our swimsuit drawers. What if we finally dared to dethrone this basic?
The catwalks of the last Fashion Weeks announced it: color is regaining its rights, even in swimwear version. Designers focus on luminous and vibrant shades that enhance all skin tones. The idea? Shine, literally, in the sun. We say goodbye to strict minimalism and make way for a more sunny and glamorous aesthetic. Materials play a key role: iridescent fabrics, metallic effects, satin highlights… The bikini becomes a real style accessory!
The proof, on her Instagram account, Hailey Bieber once again set the tone with a bikini that attracted all eyes. Far from the black or pastel models that she usually favors, the top model opted for a luminous piece that caught the light with each of her movements. His secret? Combine this strong color with refined accessories: fine hoop earrings, “wet look” hair, nude manicure. You’ve probably guessed it: to be at the forefront of fashion this spring-summer, you’ll need to shine brightly with a star color: gold. Whether pure yellow, champagne or slightly copper, the gold bikini is the centerpiece to slip into your suitcase. Exit the “bling-bling” side of the 2000s, the gold of 2026 is intended to be elegant, worked with iridescent textures or subtle metallic reflections.
This new fashion obsession ticks all the boxes. It enhances light skin by bringing it warmth, magnifies dark skin by accentuating its radiance and becomes simply spectacular on dark skin. It gives the impression of a more intense tan, even after just a few days in the sun.
Another advantage: it transforms the bikini into a statement piece. No need to multiply accessories or layer jewelry, the color is enough in itself. You will find models from all brands from Etam to Livia via Calzédonia. So, are you ready to put your timeless black swimsuit in the bottom of the drawer?
