When it comes to designer beachwear — including bikinis, beach bags, sarongs, sandals, separates, and more — I’ve learned over the years that not all brands are created equal. Sure, the price ranges may be similar, but that doesn’t mean they’re worth the same investment. Some labels, including (but not limited to) Saint Laurent, Missoni, Prada and Pucci, etc., have proven to be staying power in this category over time. Year after year, they introduce the latest but timeless designs that you’ll never want to retire…and these are the ones I would recommend purchasing before the others. Below, you’ll find pieces from these brands plus a lot more about their past, present, and future that I love. To see what made the cut, just keep scrolling.
It is not very prestigious.
PUCCI
printed silk-twill scarf
Matching pareo is a must.
totem
Raffia-like sunhat
Celine
Jelly Bay Sandals in Eco Certified PVC
ares
Les Essentials Cassiopi Bandeau Swimsuit
ares
Emblem Crocheted Cotton-Blend Straight-Leg Pant
You can always count on Ares for coordinating cover-ups.
Hermes and waterproof? Sign me up.
prada
Interlock Fabric Triangle Bikini Top
A black triangular bikini is forever.
Quarrel
city leather flip flops
Pioneer of designer flip-flops.
Agua by Agua Bendita
Ebano Floral-Print Recycled Swimsuit
I live for their embroidery and embellishments.
Agua by Agua Bendita
Lavanda Printed Cotton and Silk-Blend Voile Pareo
chloe
Jelly Thong Sandals in Pink – Chloe
BURBERRY
+ Hunja G Tyler checks out the original Crinkle™ bikini
Alaiya
One Piece XL Fishnet Shoulder Bag in Black
I love an unexpected bag for the beach.
missoni
Mare Striped Metallic Crochet-Knit Triangle Bikini
Missoni needs no explanation here.
missoni
Striped Metallic Crochet-Knit Mini Dress
They always have the best coordinating pieces.
jessica mccormack
Hello Sailor Starfish Diamond Pendant
Had to throw it just for fun.
Celine
Triumph hat in openwork raffia
Beach hat, made better.
ares
Les Essentials Mauna Triangle Bikini Top
One can never resist this shade of yellow.
Tory Burch
striped linen tunic
Quarrel
The Barn Mini Leather-Trimmed Knitted Raffia Tote
Such a nice holiday bag.
prada
Jersey one-piece swimsuit
This is a combination of colors for me.
loewe
+ Paula’s Ibiza Leather-Trimmed Iraqa Tote
This cooperation gets better every year.
totem
Scoop swimsuit in yellow
attic
zebra-print cotton muslin beach cover-up
They do zebra best if you ask me.
Miu Miu
Raffia-effect knitted tote bag
They really have the cutest raffia totes.
saint laurent
Pool Flip-Flops in Smooth Leather and Raffia
gucci
GG Stretch Jersey Bikini
