How to rock vintage-inspired swimwear: Summer is nearly upon us, which means the hunt for the perfect swimsuit is on! –look no further for an exclusive look at Joanie's first EVER vintage-inspired swimwear range!!!.

Whether you’re dying to show off your figure in an itsy-bitsy (not too) teenie weenie bikini, or your looking for a flattering one-piece suit, Joanie’s new vintage-inspired swimwear range have got it covered.

We looked to some of Hollywood’s most glamorous gals to inspire our collection of fun vintage- inspired swimwear that will guarantee you keep things cool poolside and ooze body confidence on the beach. Here’s a mini guide on how to rock vintage-inspired swimwear this summer:

How to rock vintage-inspired swimwear

Perfect in polka dotsThis most popular of vintage prints had its heyday in the golden era of Hollywood glamour, with Marilyn Monroe famously photographed wearing a polka dot bikini in the early 1950's. Several years later, the release of Brian Hyland’s hit, “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini,” saw polka dots grace the fashion pages once more.

Polka dot prints are pretty and playful making them the perfect choice for the beach. Free your inner Marilyn with one of our vintage-inspired, perfectly retro polka dot numbers!How to rock vintage-inspired swimwear

Nautical and nice: Whatever floats your boat, the appeal of the nautical style is that it is fun and flattering on absolutely every shape and size! You could opt for our nautical bikini with a high waisted bottom, which helps to create and accentuate curves and a halter top to best frame the bust or our one piece swimsuit. Infamous with the pin up girls of the 1940's & 50's, it's a look still favoured today by vintage lover Taylor Swift. Red lips and curls in tow, time to say ahoy sailor, in a nautical and nice number.

How to rock vintage-inspired swimwear

Fantastic in floralFloral prints never go out of style. A Popular trend for Spring/Summer wear, whether you're a fan of 60's flower power, prefer the bohemian vibes of the 70's or more classic 50s florals, florals are always a good idea. Don't be afraid to go bold with florals either, curvy, tall girls especially can afford to go all out without it being overpowering. For each era, florals continue to reinvent themselves without losing their vintage charm.How to rock vintage-inspired swimwear

Under the sea: We're thinking pina coladas, golden beaches, pineapples, snorkelling and all things tropical – We're thinking Carmen Miranda! At the beach is one of the few times you can really experiment with colour and print so why not go all out. Bring out your inner mermaid with our under the water inspired tropical coral print in bold vintage-inspired colours.How to rock vintage-inspired swimwear

Pretty in pastel: In the 1950's pastel colours ruled, with delicate shades of pink and blue dominating the decade.  These pretty pastels where a favourite of Grace Kelly.How to rock vintage-inspired swimwear

Flash forward to today and pastels are having a resurgence in the fashion world. With muted pink and blush hues being the go to colour. The charm of pastels is that they are so effortless and feminine, elegant yet sexy. The clever trick of using soft shades that can create a charming, beautiful look equal to our High Society gal. Team out pastel Provence print with a pair of cats eye sunglasses for that classic 50s look.

How to rock vintage-inspired swimwear

Very cherry: The rockabilly vibes of the 1950's go hand in hand with the cherry print. Lasting through the early hype of Rock & Roll through to the 60's; Marilyn, herself donning this print in her 1960's movie, The Misfits. There is something flirty, fun and naughty about this print, that adds a playful edge to any retro number.

Now, which way is the beach?...

*Our NEW swimwear range will launch this week, keep those eyes peeled!!!*

Joanie x