As a fan of all things summer, I couldn't resist tuning in to the Miami Swim Week runway shows that took place over the weekend. Showcasing the latest collections from the swimwear industry's most influential brands, the shows delivered a healthy dose of swim-spiration just in time for my summer holiday. Amongst "barely there" bikinis, entirely mesh ensembles and two-tone sets, leopard-print swimwear emerged as a key trend.
A model walks the Leslie Amon runway show at Miami Swim Week 2024 wearing a leopard-print blouse, trousers and bikini, and Arezzo shoes.
It's no surprise that leopard print has made it onto the Miami runways this season—the trend has been on the rise since January, after all. Cropping up on warm coats and jeans in the winter months and then fun skirts and body-hugging tops throughout spring, it was only a matter of time until the print made its way onto the swim scene.
A model walks in the Elle Resortwear runway show at Miami Swim Week 2024 wearing a leopard print one-piece.
With a distinctly '90s edge—leopard-print swimwear was a known favourite of Princess Diana's—the eternally fun trend feels both familiar and fresh. A playful alternative to the black and dual-tone swimwear that's been saturating the market this season, leopard-print swimwear offers an approachable way to experiment with prints during the summer.
Transcending the runways this season, I've already seen some of my favourite influencers work leopard print into their swimwear rotations, and the trend is quickly becoming a high-street favourite, too. From Mango's pretty cut-out swimsuits to Damson Madder's trending shirred take, read on to discover the leopard-print swimwear items we're loving.
DISCOVER THE LEOPARD-PRINT SWIMWEAR TREND:
Style with some flowy trousers in the day.
Select your band and cup size to ensure the perfect fit.
This also comes in blue and black.
These are available in sizes 4–22.
I always come back to M&S for its comfortable swimwear.
This also comes in three other colours.
This is already starting to sell out.
This bikini top offers more coverage for comfortable wear.
This one has a high recycled-polyester content.
I like the stitch detailing around the cups.
This set from Accessorize is nicely affordable.
Shop the style that influencer Léna Farouil loves.
This one has a subtle ribbed texture.
Style with the matching bottoms or wear with a black pair.
Shop the matching Leopard Print Bikini Bottoms (£16).
This offers more coverage than most bikini-top styles.
Style with the coordinating top or mix and match.
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