BY TIFFANY CHOU

We are so happy to share one of our favorite Jewelry designers, Tiffany Chou’s debut Swimwear collection “By Tiffany Chou”. Turns out Tiffany is also a very talented swimwear designer, we absolutely love this simplistic yet striking bikini which displays how less can definitely be more, in more than one way ; ). This bikini come in a few amazing colors including red, nautical stripe and as we have feature, purple. The over the shoulder bralette style top is a perfect match for the cheeky brazilian cut bottom! To compliment the bikini of the day we have paired it with Tiffany’s jewelry! SHOP THIS BIKINI HERE. SHOP JEWELRY HERE.

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MONDAY SWIMWEAR

Natasha and Devin, the ladies behind A Bikini A Day have officially launched their new swimwear line, MONDAY SWIMWEAR! This collection is all about comfort, fit and shape. The amazing red bikini featured here on Natasha is called the ‘Clovelly’ suit. The perfect underwire bikini top that provides support, comfort and style with its deep V plunge and bow tie back. The sexy ‘Clovelly’ bottoms are made with the softest fabric and literally mold to the body perfectly, making your butt look spectacular. If you were ever curious about trying out a Brazilian cut bikini this is your perfect chance! X SHOP THIS BIKINI

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SOFIA BY VIX

This simple and chic white triangle bikini from Sofia by Vix is just gorgeous. The white fabric will contrast any skin tone creating a tan glow leaving you feeling confident and sexy no matter where you are wearing it. The subtle brown leather detailing and orange embellishments compliment the simplicity in the bikini; a perfect way to add a touch of fun to a classic triangle. (Medium coverage bottom) X SHOP THIS BIKINI HERE

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BODY GLOVE

Body Glove knows how to do colorful graphic prints, we love this intricate aztec inspired print! If you have never felt a body glove bikini its fabric is buttery and soft to touch! This bandeau cut is great for a girl with a bigger bust, a lot of support and shaping. Body Glove goes up to and F cup, so its a great option for those girls who feel like they can never find a flattering large cup bikini! (Moderate coverage bottom.) SHOP THIS BIKINI HERE X

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SKYE

Today’s bikini of the day will enhance your natural tan and is extremely flattering. This SKYE bikini print is appropriately named vintage bloom, such a gorgeous color and has an “aloha” feel to it. The silver detailing adds a classy touch to this laid back and comfortable cut. Medium- full coverage bottom. SHOP THIS BIKINI HERE.

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BRAZILIAN BIKINI SHOP

Brazilian Bikini Shop has captured the Brazilian vibe perfectly with this fun bikini. It ‘s vibrant and the padded bandeau top is super flattering. We adore the floral/stripe print combination! (Brazilian cut bottoms!) SHOP THE BRAZILIAN BIKINI SITE X

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RVCA

This one piece by RVCA is classy yet sexy with its knotting down the sides, low-cut back and cheeky bottoms! SHOP THIS ONE PIECE HERE

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Bikini Beverages

Mint Mojito - Serves 4

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MBFWA SWIMWEAR

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia, held at Carriagework’s in Sydney, was not only a display of the finest clothing designers Australia has to offer but also the cream of the crop in Swimwear designers. It was great to see existing and emerging swimwear designers alike showing at Australia’s most prestigious fashion event, after all, Australia is an island and swimwear is a big part of our culture!

Designers Talulah, N.L.P., SUBOO and We are Handsome had individual shows, showcasing their newest beach cover ups, ready to wear and swimwear collections. Four designers, Bondi Bather, Cleonie, Surface too Deep and Carena West, joined forces to create what was named “GROUP SWIM”, an extravagant runway show displayed the SS 14 collections one after the other.

Some of the highlights of the Swimwear shows were We are Handsome draping LARGE SNAKES (so scary, glad I wasn’t modeling!) around the models necks. N.L.P straying away from the traditional runway show by showcasing their pieces through a contemporary dance piece, to a soundtrack in which they created and released on the night. Bondi Bather truly bringing Bondi to the runway by having one of the models strut down the runway in absolutely nothing but a “sand bikini”.

Something I would have liked to see more on the runway is some curvier models, N.L.P. used professional dancers as models who had great, healthy bodies, refreshing to see as a few of the models throughout the week were much too skinny, a lot of controversy was created in the media, having designers apologize for using unhealthily skinny models. I think swimwear is definitely a market which should display a healthy body image to encourage girls to be healthy and confident. Body image is a serious issue these days and I think designers should be the first to take responsibility for setting a good example for girls!

Swimwear trends generally have blurred lines, each collection had its own style but some of the overall trends for SS14 were animal prints, neoprene, high-waisted bikinis and a lot of one pieces!

I was lucky enough to be hosting the live stream for MBFWA with Nicole Warne and Margaret Zhang and really enjoyed interviewing all of the swimwear designers to gain further insight in the wonderful collections they put so much hard work into! We hope you enjoy our behind the scenes look at MBFWA!

-Natasha Oakley

Photos Courtesy of MBFWA/ IMG.

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