3 STRIPED BIKINIS FOR EVERY BUDGET

Every summer, new beach trends come and go. But the striped bikini is forever. And this season there are plenty of versions around to suit every taste — from colorful stripes that will perfectly offset your vacay glow to retro versions that bring back memories of stripy beachfront deckchairs and nostalgic vibes from your childhood beach getaways. Here for a good time and a long time, we've rounded up the best striped bikinis, no matter what your budget. 

Perfectly blending retro stripes with a one-shoulder silhouette, this sorbet-hued bikini from River Island is just the ticket to amp up your wardrobe for a last-minute weekend away. The ultimate in versatile beachwear, it will look just as good dressed up with a pair of high-waisted shorts for a beachside sunset cocktail. A pair of quirky white sunnies are all you need to offset the '50s vibe. 

Faded pastels are all the rage right now, and there's no better way to channel the trend than this wide-striped bikini in a delicious lemon hue. The sporty top plays into the mood for minimalist swimwear and makes a nice change from the triangle silhouette we all know and love. Just add an ice cream, a straw bag and dappled sunlight.  

Decked in cute candy-colored stripes, this bikini from Rip Curl has us reminiscing about colorful candies from childhood summer trips. In bright contrasting colors made for summer, this bikini is built for riding the waves — essentially meaning it's built for life. Buy now, wear forever: consider this the investment piece your vacay wardrobe needs.