French Girls Avoid These Swimsuit Styles

Anne-Laure Mais

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“I don’t have particularly a swimsuit style to avoid, but I hate when it’s vulgar. I love a one-piece for the silhouette, but it’s not very good for a tan. I like a really simple cut or retro ones.” — Anne-Laure Mais

Sabina Socol

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“I try to avoid everything with ‘too much information’ when it comes to bikinis. That includes weird shapes such as ‘trikinis’ and even high-waisted briefs, but that’s only because I don’t think they’re flattering on me. Over time, I learned what suits me, so I only wear triangle tops and not bandeaus (which I believe suit better to smaller breasts). I just love simple bikinis with ties on the briefs and a triangle top. When it comes to colour, nothing flashy—I love earthy colours this season (tan, faded yellow, nude) or classic colours (navy blue, black, deep red). I also love a good one-piece with a plunging neck and back.” — Sabina Socol

Aude Sarkamari

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“A swimsuit must fulfil two criteria: to show off while remaining elegant. Thanks to the comeback of the one-piece, it has been a few years that I’ve worn and loved it. My favourites remain classic black and glamorous red—both very chic.” — Aude Sarkamari

Sarah Nait

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“I don’t wear high-waisted swimwear even if I find them very chic and elegant. I like minimal bikinis in neutrals colours or iconic prints like Missoni’s zigzag pattern, for example. How it fits you is more important than the design or trends, and how you accessorise can make a big difference.” — Sarah Nait