June 20, 2022

Everything you need to know about the bridal bikini trend

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Move over traditional wedding dresses, the bridal bikini has arrived.

According to La Chenille Bridal CEO and designer Demi Raquel Thomas, the bridal bikini is, "a new concept for brides that want to celebrate their special day on the beach wearing the appropriate beachwear and swimwear."

Whether it's a classic white bikini or bedazzled cover up, more brides are searching for the perfect bridal swimwear for various wedding festivities.

La Chenille Bridal
La Chenille Bridal Bikini CEO and designer Demi Raquel Thomas debuts a new collection of luxury bridal swimwear.

"The bride is changing constantly her needs, wants and desires," Thomas added. "She's not the traditional bride anymore. She wants the newest and the latest. Honeymoons are becoming mini-moons, weddings are becoming micro-weddings and the bridal industry is continuing to evolve as we speak. Millennials are looking for something unique, different and exciting."

Editor's Picks

With this popular trend in mind we scoured the Internet for the perfect swimsuits, cover ups and accessories to help you celebrate your big day.

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1-piece swimsuits

Beach Riot Bride Sydney One Piece White

Price: $188 · From Beach Riot

With adjustable tie straps, a slimming waist, and Bride written in rhinestones across the chest. Perfect for the beautiful bride-to-be. Moderate Coverage.

Beach Riot Selena One Piece White Lace

Price: $178 · From Beach Riot

The Selena is an asymmetrical one piece swimsuit with side cutouts and moderate coverage. With a chic bow on the shoulder and delicate white lace fabric this set is prefect for the bride-to-be.

Revel Rey Dean One-Piece Swimsuit

Price: $200 · From Saks Fifth Avenue

Plunging one-piece swimsuit cut with an open back and high-cut leg, enhanced with an optional belt with D-ring.

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2-piece swimsuits

Revel Rey Simone Bikini Top

Price: $43 · From Saks Fifth Avenue

Halter-style bikini top with an adjustable front knot that can be worn in a variety of ways.

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Beach Riot Sophia Top White

Price: $118 · From Beach Riot

With a chic knot detail, molded cups and thick straps, she's got you covered.

Beach Riot Mrs Embroidered Daisy Bottom White

Price: $138 · From Beach Riot

With a high waisted fit and a ruffle detail on the waist, the Daisy Bottom in White offers moderate coverage with just the right amount of cheekiness.

Good American 10 Ways to Wear Swim Top

Price: $59 · From Nordstrom

With so many ways to tie and style this vibrant swim top, the possibilities are endless.

Good American 10 Ways to Wear Bikini Bottoms

Price: $59 · From Nordstrom

In signature Good American style, these bikini bottoms break all the rules with a versatile, adjustable and high-waisted silhouette.

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Cover-ups

Beach Riot Stephanie Skirt White Lace

Price: $225 · From Beach Riot

The Stephanie Skirt is a semi-sheer lace fabric with ruffled tiers and an open front lace skirt with a grosgrain ribbon tie closure.

Cupshe Ellis Halter Neck Sleeveless Cover-Up Dress

Price: $27.99 · From Cupshe

This Halter Neck Sleeveless Cover-up dress is perfect for your beach vacation. Pair it with your favorite swimsuit.

ACACIA Kyoto Cotton Dress

Price: $198 · From REVOLVE

Good American Plissé Midi Dress

Price: $140 · From Nordstrom

Plissé pleats add touchable texture to a form-fitting staple dress that's easy to style up or down, depending on your agenda.

Accessories

Baublebar Something Blue Earrings

Price: $36 · From Baublebar

Something blue AND something new. These bridal huggie hoops feature a pair of gold huggie hoops connected to a "bride" script charm. Wear these to your engagement party, bachelorette party, or any other nuptial events.

ASOS DESIGN bride to be headband in crystal design

Price: $15 · From ASOS

Express Thick Frame Angular Sunglasses

Sale: $26.40 · 40% Savings
From Express

Original: $44