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Just In Time For Summer: Bathing Suit Trends 2012

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UVA chapter.

Wondering what to wear for Beach Week? This year it’s all about the high waists, metallic prints, and ruffles. Check out these bathing suits that will let you soak up the sun in style without soaking up your entire wallet.

High wasted Bikinis:

 

Replicate this high fashion, high-waisted look by pairing this bandeau from Target ($17.99) with these bottoms from Urban Outfitters ($37). Don’t be afraid to mix and match colors!

     

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Ruffles:

 

If you aren’t as top-heavy as you’d like, ruffles are a great way to add fullness to your upper body. Try pairing this H&M top ($4.95) with these ASOS bottoms ($18.18) to achieve the same flirtatious and chic look as the model above.

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Cutout Monokinis:

Remember when you used to think one-pieces were lame? Well it’s time to reevaluate. Look how this model rocks this cutout monokini with ruffles. You can do the same and take advantage of the metallic trend with this cute cutout from Charlotte Russe ($27.50). 

Francesca Lee is a fourth year majoring in sociology with a minor in media studies at the University of Virginia. This summer, she developed a passion for TV production after interning at WETA, the public television station for DC and the greater metro area.  Throughout the summer, Francesca researched, wrote and produced several WETA Around Town segments about the local arts programs and graffiti murals in DC.  As the new campus correspondent for Her Campus UVa, she is working to create video content for the UVa branch to supplement the written content.  This spring, she hopes to study abroad in Denmark and expand her knowledge of international broadcasting and advertising. Francesca also gives historical and admissions tours to visitors and prospective students at UVa and is a member of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority.