Summer outfits are all about taking inspiration from bright colors, warm weather, and a vacation mindset. Other than shorts, tank tops, and sandals, you probably have at least a couple of cute one-piece swimsuits in your summer wardrobe as well. Unfortunately, these might only see the light of day when you find the time to hit the beach or pool. For some, this is only a few times a year!
The good news is that you can absolutely wear your one-piece swimsuit as a bodysuit during the summer. This way, your cute suits will double as a wet and dry closet staple that you’ll be able to wear multiple times throughout the season. You might think this look would be too hard to pull off, but you can totally do it. Here’s what you need to know about pulling off a one-piece swimsuit as a bodysuit this summer.
Go Strapless
Your favorite strapless one-piece isn’t just for the beach. It’s a great addition to a fun summer outfit as well! Pair your strapless one-piece suit with a pair of high-waisted jeans or denim shorts for a cute summery look. Play with your jewelry options and create a fun look based on the colors of your suit. Add a pair of sandals, and you’re good to go!
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Try a Monokini
Break out your monokini swimsuit and try it as your next bold summer look. The shape of a monokini swimsuit features a cutout in the belly region that is sometimes asymmetrical, making it a fun and eclectic addition to any summer outfit.
To wear a monokini as a bodysuit, consider wearing a pair of colored flowy pants to go along with the funky vibes of the monokini. From there, work with the colors of your outfit to make a cohesive color scheme and bring everything together. Monokinis as bodysuits give off super-cool resort vibes no matter where you are!
Layer It Up
To make a one-piece swimsuit seem more like a bodysuit, wear it how you would think about wearing a bodysuit outfit. One common way bodysuits are worn is underneath a shirt or second layer. For summertime, you’ll want to keep this second layer light and flowy so you don’t get too hot. Think about wearing your suit underneath an off-the-shoulder top or a breezy button-down. If you’re wearing it at night, you might even want to wear a loose sweater or cardigan over your bodysuit to stay warm on cooler evenings.
A Sleek Look
The best part of wearing a one-piece as a bodysuit is that most of these swimsuits are going to give you a sleek, shaped look. Slimming swimsuits look great as bodysuits as well because they’ll give you a little more support than a normal bodysuit. Plus, you won’t have to add extra layers by adding underwear or a bra underneath, as these suits usually provide their own padding and extra layers to remain opaque even when wet. Try pairing your slimming one-piece swimsuit with a mini skirt or tight jeans and heels for an elevated look. Think about mixing colors and textures by playing with different fabrics and materials.
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Take the Plunge
A common feature in one-piece swimsuits is a plunging neckline. This is great for the beach, but have you ever considered wearing one of these as a bodysuit? The results are super fun, sexy, and flirty.
If you have a one-piece swimsuit with a plunging neckline, try pairing it with a tight pencil skirt for a fun, feminine bodysuit look. You can dress up your outfit with a pair of heels or keep things casual by pairing your suit with chunky sneakers and jeans. The possibilities are endless!
Color Pop
It’s not hard to find a one-piece swimsuit in a funky bright color. To use this type of swimsuit as a bodysuit, you might think about wearing it underneath part of your clothing as a surprise peek of color to add something extra to your outfit. To achieve this, simply wear your bright swimsuit under a jacket, blazer, or oversized shirt and add a pair of bottoms to match. From there, your suit will peek out as you move around, giving off a fun and flirty pop of color from time to time. To tie things together, base your accessory and makeup look off the pop of color to really bring out the color.
