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5 Bathing Suits for Spring Break

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

You know that you should be studying for your finals next week, but you can’t help fantasizing about your Spring Break plans instead. Even though that 7-page paper needs to get done before you can start packing, you just can’t help but think about which bikini you are going to wear in [insert vacation destination] this year or how many crop tops will make it into your suitcase before your luggage surpasses the dreaded 40 lb limit. While I can’t help with the finals part, I can give you some advice about where to get the cutest bikinis without breaking the bank…which for us college students is little to nothing. Here are some fashionable looks that you should go for no matter what destination you find yourself in over Spring Break:

 

Sporty: If you are going to be jet-skiing, wakeboarding, boating, etc try something that has a little more support so you don’t have a Janet Jackson moment…seriously, save yourself from the embarrassment.

Try this: http://www.6pm.com/patagonia-print-kupala-top-babylon-flash-pink?zfcTest=mat%3A1

(This suit comes in solid colors as well! You can find the matching bottoms on the right side.)

 

Boho: Lounging poolside has never looked so good! This is a perfect look where you can pile on the accessories–think big sunhat, even bigger sunglasses, and a fun drink with an umbrella in it.

Try this: http://www.hm.com/us/product/08971?article=08971-A#article=08971-B

Or this: https://www.swimwear360.com/maaji-swimwear-october-italy-

(The back on this top is AMAZING!)

 

Cute: Even if you find yourself at home this break, treat yourself to a fun, new bathing suit that your crush from back home won’t be able to resist. Pair this look with a sundress and there is no way you can go wrong.

Try this: http://www.6pm.com/maaji-tribal-corals-top-multi?zfcTest=mat%3A1

(The matching bottoms are on the right side.)

 

Sexy: Ow, ow, look out world! Heads will turn, jaws will drop, and you will rock your Spring Break this year like no one has before. You will put a whole new meaning to sexy with this style.

Try this: http://www.etsy.com/listing/121249943/snake-braided-bikini-top?ref=sr_gallery_36&ga_search_query=bathing+suit&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=1&ga_search_type=handmade

Or this: http://www.victoriassecret.com/swimwear/very-sexy/strappy-bandeau-top-very-sexy?ProductID=57201&CatalogueType=OLS

And bottoms from here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/KaiKini?page=1

 

Classic: If crazy bikinis aren’t your thing, don’t stress. A plain suit can do wonders; and there are tons of different types of tops and bottoms that you can mix to match your style. Try any of these tops/bottoms for a classic bikini look.

This: http://www.target.com/p/xhilaration-junior-s-bandeau-swim-top-w-ruffles-cobalt/-/A-14363214

(They have this style in a few different colors!)

This: http://www.6pm.com/l-space-mixer-cleopatra-top-black?zfcTest=mat%3A1

This: http://www.hm.com/us/product/05398?article=05398-B#article=05398-B

(This would look super cute with a plain black triangle top!)

This: http://www.victoriassecret.com/swimwear/cheeky-and-brazilian-bottoms/cheeky-hipkini-bottom-beach-sexy?ProductID=74892&CatalogueType=OLS

 

 

No matter what sunny spot you find yourself tanning in, ALWAYS remember to wear sunscreen. Nothing is sexier than looking like a vintage leather handbag by age 30… not. Have an amazing break!

 University of California, Santa Barbara chapter of Her Campus