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.
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A model walks the Leslie Amon runway show at Miami Swim Week 2024 wearing a leopard-print blouse, trousers and bikini.
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.
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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 rotation, 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 below.
DISCOVER THE LEOPARD PRINT SWIMWEAR TREND HERE:
Mango
Leopard Print Swimsuit
Style with some flowy trousers throughout the day.
This also comes in blue and black.
H&M
Tie Tanga Bikini Bottoms
These come in sized 4—22.
Marks & Spencer
Printed Halterneck Swimsuit
I always come back to their M&S for their comfortable swimwear.
Reformation
Azores Bikini Top
This also comes in three other colours.
Zara
Animal Print Triangular Bikini
This is already starting to sell out.
New Look
Curves Brown Leopard Print Moulded Long Triangle Bikini Top
This bikini top offers more coverage for a more comfortable feel.
Albaray
Leopard Print Swimsuit
This is already on its way to selling out.
Accessorize
Leopard Blanket Stitch Triangle Bikini Top
This comes in sizes 6—24.
Accessorize
Leopard Blanket Stitch Bikini Bottoms Brown
The leopard print swimwear trend is taking off this summer.
Damson Madder
Cheyenne Shirred Ruffle Swimsuit
Shop the style that influencer @lenafarl keeps coming back to.
Asos
Curve Rib Scoop Neck Swimsuit
This is destined to sell out this summer.
Pull & Bear
Leopard Print Bikini Top
Style with the matching bottoms or wear with a black style.
Damson Madder
Lexie Shirred Tie Front Bikini Top
This offers more coverage than most bikini top styles.
Damson Madder
Classic Shirred Bikini Bottom
Style with the coordinating top or mix and match.
