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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Ellie Violet Bramley

‘Unexpectedly flattering’: the 28 best women’s bikinis and swimsuits for summer

A woman in a swimsuit paddles in the sea on a sunny day
Lounging, lazing, swimming, splashing. Whatever you’re doing, it’s possible to feel good in swimwear. Photograph: Fiordaliso/Getty Images

Finding a swimsuit you like and feel comfortable in is an instant confidence boost and will make the precious time you spend in it – sea swimming, reading books in the sun and paddling with the kids – that bit more fun.

Though a lot of swimwear is made with virgin synthetic fibres, such as polyester and nylon, hearteningly, a lot of brands are now focused on using recycled materials, such as Econyl (nylon made from discarded fishing nets and other waste) and recycled polyester.

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