It might not seem like it but summer is just around the corner and I am really hoping for a real scorcher as promised by the weather men. I haven’t dared even think about swimwear up until now, just in case it brings bad weather. But with summer holidays only weeks away, I thought I would check out some of the catwalk swim wear for some inspiration.

At Louis Vuiton, a very glamorous black swim suit with plenty of detail, ruching, bands of fabric and ruffles made an interesting change to the minimalist one piece. This is definitely one for those who like to sit on the sun lounger rather than swim laps in the pool.

At Gap - function was almost certainly at the front of designers minds with this sporty looking swimsuit with cut out sides for a high fashion twist. Some lovely bright summer colours.

At Alexander Wang - this white swimsuit is lovely for those with a great tan. Again with cut out sides but this time triangular shapes. I love the way this has been worn with a denim and leather jacket for the ultimate in pool side cool.

Danielle Scutt - A two piece bikini in bright tropical colours worn with a fringed scarf for clever mix of pool side glamour and boho chic.

pictures from www.style.com

Although the swim wear on the catwalk was predominantly one piece with cut outs at the sides, I have always preferred a two piece or bikini for my holidasys. I will be taking my inspiration from Danielle Scutts designs with this Soul Cal Tropical print bikini.