Trust me—these designer beachwear purchases will never let you down.
When it comes to designer beachwear—such as bikinis, beach bags, sarongs, sandals, separates, and more—I have discovered over the years that not all brands are equal. While the price points might be comparable, that doesn't imply they have the same value for your investment. Certain labels, like Saint Laurent, Missoni, Prada, Pucci, and others, have demonstrated remarkable durability in this category over time. Annually, they present designs that are both trendy and timeless—pieces you won't want to retire. These are the items I recommend purchasing before others. Below, you'll find selections from these brands as well as additional favorites from the past, present, and future. To see which items made the list, just keep scrolling.
Saint Laurent
Icare in Raffia
You’ll treasure it forever.
It doesn't get more iconic.
PUCCI
Printed Silk-Twill Scarf
The coordinating pareo is essential.
TOTEME
Raffia-Like Sunhat
CELINE
Jelly Bay Sandal in Eco-Certified PVC
ERES
Les Essentiels Cassiopée Bandeau Swimsuit
ERES
Emblème Crocheted Cotton-Blend Straight-Leg Pants
You can always rely on Eres for a matching cover-up.
Hermes and waterproof? Count me in.
Prada
Interlock Fabric Triangle Bikini Top
A black triangle bikini is timeless.
The Row
City Leather Flip-Flops
The innovators of designer flip-flops.
AGUA BY AGUA BENDITA
Ébano Floral-Print Recycled Swimsuit
I adore their embroidery and embellishments.
AGUA BY AGUA BENDITA
Lavanda Printed Cotton and Silk-Blend Voile Pareo
Chloé
Jelly Thong Sandals in Pink - Chloe
BURBERRY
+ Hunza G Tyler Checked Original Crinkle™ Bikini
Alaïa
One Piece Xl Fishnet Shoulder Bag in Black
I appreciate a unique bag for the beach.
MISSONI
Mare Striped Metallic Crochet-Knit Triangle Bikini
Missoni needs no introduction here.
MISSONI
Striped Metallic Crochet-Knit Mini Dress
They consistently offer the best coordinating pieces.
Jessica McCormack
Hello Sailor Starfish Diamond Pendant
Had to include this just for fun.
CELINE
Triomphe Hat in Openwork Raffia
The improved beach hat.
ERES
Les Essentiels Mouna Triangle Bikini Top
This shade of yellow is hard to resist.
TORY BURCH
Striped Linen Tunic
The Row
Barn Mini Leather-Trimmed Woven Raffia Tote
Such a great vacation bag.
Prada
Jersey One-Piece Swimsuit
It's the color combination for me.
LOEWE
+ Paula's Ibiza Leather-Trimmed Iraca Tote
This collaboration just keeps getting better.
Toteme
Scoop Swimsuit in Yellow
The Attico
Zebra-Print Cotton Muslin Beach Cover-Up
They do zebra print best, in my opinion.
Miu Miu
Raffia-Effect Woven Tote Bag
They truly have the most stylish raffia totes.
Saint Laurent
Pool Flip-Flops in Smooth Leather and Raffia
Gucci
GG Stretch Jersey Bikini
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Trust me—these designer beachwear purchases will never let you down.
They are timeless pieces.
