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July 15, 2015updated May 15, 2020

Best Luxury Bikini Brands

By Zahra Al-Kateb

From sports-luxe inspired bandeaus to ethnic paisley designs, our selection of the best luxury bikinis will ensure you are ready for the summer months.

We have rounded up the most luxurious and unique bikini brands, all of which offer something different. If you’re looking for delicate feminine pieces with a twist, Mikoh is the bikini brand for you. Synonymous with beauty, elegance and strength, Mikoh has been developed by sisters Oleema and Kalani Miller who have taken inspiration from Orange County, California. Thanks to growing up with the ocean in their backyard, the designer duos have developed a range that is tantamount to luxury and style.

Alternatively why not try Kate Spade, a brand that embodies what it truly means to be from New York City. Their debut swim collection boasts embellishments, ruffles and color and ensures you can make a splash in style. Inspired by the glamorous beaches of Portofino and Marseille, this world renowned brand is now sold in over 80 retail stores and outlets across the United States and more than 100 shops worldwide.

Take a look at our selection of the best bikini brands.

Seafolly

Seafolly
Since being founded in Australia in 1975, Seafolly has quickly become one of the world’s most recognized swimwear and beach lifestyle brands around the world.

Epitomizing the Australian beach lifestyle, Seafolly offers an array of stylish and fashion-forward bikinis, cover ups, one piece swimsuits and beach accessories in a range of exciting and fashion-forward prints.

This Vintage Vacation bandeau bikini features a halter-neck strap and horseshoe hardware. The brand is now stocked in major fashion department stores and boutiques around the world and online.

Frankie’s Bikinis

Frankie's Bikinis
Inspired by Malibu, Frankie’s Bikinis offer a line of high quality, detailed and unique designs all made in the USA. Founder Francesca Aiello is a native to Malibu and is inspired by her love for the ocean and her passion of bikinis.

The range offers unusual and unique designs, including this seamless all in one piece with a floral crochet center design with braided shoulder straps. The low cut v neck design and crochet detail reveals the perfect amount of skin.

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Kate Spade

Kate Spade

Authentic American fashion design house Kate Spade embodies all the hallmarks of what it means to be from New York City. Its colorful and playful designs are sold in over 80 retail shops and outlet stores across the USA and more than 100 stores internationally.

This playful set includes a bralette top with wide straps for optimum comfort and coverage and features underwires and molded cups for support. It also includes a mini black and white circle skirt with a banded waist and classic solid black bottoms. This three piece set is inspired by glamorous seaside escapes like Portofino and Marbella, and the feminine silhouette is sure to add a playful look.

Melissa Odabash

Melissa Odabash
Former swimwear model Melissa Odabash knows a thing or two about swimwear, with her designs being labeled as “the Ferraris of the bikini world” by British Vogue.

The brand has gone from strength to strength since being launched in 1999 and is now stocked in over 250 luxury department stores, boutiques and resorts including Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Selfridges, Barney’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and NET-A-PORTER.COM. Melissa’s own flagship store was opened in 2007 in Notting Hill, followed by a sister store in Chelsea.

This sports luxe inspired Bora Bora bandeau bikni boasts a minimalist silhouette with a neat and streamlined finish, with the boning and back tie closure providing sufficient support. Matching low rise briefs are also available and are decorated with zip trims on either side of each hip, adding a nautical touch.

Michael Kors

Michael Kors

Established in 1981, Michael Kors is a brand recognized all over the world, from New York to London to Dubai.

Behind the award winning brand stands a single designer with an innate sense of sophistication and glamour. Michael Kors himself has won numerous awards and accolades within the fashion industry, with his labels Michael Kors Collection and MICHAEL Michael Kors developing accessories, footwear, watches, jewelry, men’s and women’s ready to wear, eyewear and a full line of fragrance products.

This Michael Kors Collection Garden Club bikini features super-high waist briefs embellished with glossy faux patent floral paillettes. An optional, slim faux-patent belt trims the high waits bottoms, and the light padding molds the underwire cups on the matching top. Pair with an oversized raffia tote and shades for a sophisticated look.

Marysia

Marysia

Marysia boasts elements of both designer Maria Dobrzanska Reeves’ love of ballet and surfing, eschewing trendy cuts for perfectly executed silhouettes using the highest quality fabrics.

Having spent the majority of her childhood in either a ballet leotard or a wetsuit thanks to her love of ballet and surfing, Marysia has created a brand that is modern, effortless and sophisticated. Since being featured in publications such as Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, the brand now boasts a cult following including celebrities Lupita Nyongo’o and Rachel Bilson.

This bikini boasts Marysia’s signature scalloped edge detail and seamless finish, allowing it to sit smoothly and comfortably against the skin. Matching scallop bottoms also available.

Mara Hoffman

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Guaranteed to ensure a standout vacation look, Mara Hoffman’s signature style draws on nature and mythology while using plenty of color. Her vibrant and original prints have become instantly recognizable and in 2008 Mara Hoffman introduced her first swimwear collection, comprising of playful bikinis, cutout one pieces and cover-ups.

This racerback bikini top in the Misun print is reversible to navy, allowing you to utilize it in two different ways.  The high neck and racerback design ensures coverage, support and comfort, while the fabric contains SPF50 guaranteeing protection from the sun’s harmful rays.

Ale by Alessandra

Ale by Alessandra

World famous supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio’s swimwear collection brings a “Brazil-bohemia meets Malibu-chic” vibe, with feminine silhouettes and effortless designs.

Designed by Alessandra herself, the Brazilian model is a globally recognized supermodel and fashion icon having over 15 years experience in the fashion industry and gracing the covers of countless magazines, editorial spreads and fashion campaigns.

Her collection includes maxi dresses, silk blouses, rompers and bikini two-piece sets. This stunning bikini boasts a plunging neckline and feminine ruffles, while the ethnic paisley print in blues and purples makes this a versatile piece. The underwire ensures support, while the ruffles and hammered disk rim add elegance.

Mikoh

Mikoh

If you’re looking for delicate, unique feminine designs, Mikoh is the brand for you.

The brain child of sister duo Oleema and Kalani Miller, the duo have developed a line for the modern woman, inspired by a life spent by the ocean around the world. Their unique pieces offers seamless and hardware-free designs, easy to mix and match with other styles.

This racerback bikini features several thin shoulder straps creating a feminine and delicate look.

Heidi Klein

Heide Klein

Developed by Heidi Gosman and Penny Klein in 2002, Heidi Klein originally began in Notting Hill and soon became a trusted name for all things swimwear. Their unique designs are known for flattering all body types while injecting a pop of color. A second boutique opened in 2004, and today the brand is sold in over 150 stores in 39 countries across the globe.

The focus on quality and individuality has earned Heidi Klein a cult following, counting celebrities Kate Moss, Olivia Palermo and Jennifer Aniston as loyal fans.

The Fisher Island bandeau bikini top offers a contemporary take on the traditional bandeau. Featuring a decorative zipper down the center and a bold navy contrasting trim, this sporty style taps into the sports luxe trend while offering support and a perfect fit. Matching bottoms also available.

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