Summer Staple: Charming Bouquet Balconette Bikini from La Perla

We are inching towards summer and my thoughts are truly at the beach.  And with perfect timing, selected La Perla beachwear is on sale.  There's up to 40% off beautiful and luxurious bikinis, swimsuits and many other accessories.

I've picked this floral balconette underwired bikini as it's pretty and flattering.  Balconette bikinis and bras are brilliant as they push the breasts up from underneath, giving fantastic support, and they enhance the chest.  However, they don't crush the breasts together so this style boosts the bust and cleavage in an understated and sophisticated manner.  And the watercolour floral print is delicate and lovely!

This bikini has been reduced from £369 to £221 in the outlet section of the online store and delivery is free for orders over £105.

What is your bikini style preference?  Do you prefer a balconette style?  Or is a halterneck or bandeau more your thing?  Add your views below!

Summer Staple: Betsey Johnson Forget Me Not Bikini from Bloomingdales

Bloomingdales is one of those amazing, iconic American stores which stocks some gorgeous designer brands and it now ships to the UK which is great!  They are currently offering 25% off selected swimwear until the 27th May, so I have been perusing the site for something interesting and different.

I have loved the designer Betsey Johnson for years but haven't really seen her products in the UK, although I believe there is a store in London.  Her collections are retro but still contemporary and feminine.  They are also really fun, unique and pretty - like this Forget Me Not bikini.  The azure blue is a gorgeous colour and I love the crochet and rose details.  I think the ruffled skirt gives an element of femininity but also can cover up and flatter, if needs be.  Both the top and the bottoms are each reduced from £60.48 to £45.36.  Postage-wise, orders over £100 cost £5 shipping (which is great value from the USA), so it may be worth getting one's order above that figure!

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