By Katya Bychkova

Miami Swim Week 2025 closed with a masterclass in modern luxury, unveiling a new era of elevated swim and resortwear. This season, the sun-drenched runways offered a siren call to a more curated summer — with the revival of retro silhouettes, the rise of mermaid aesthetics, and a fresh approach to whimsical yet sophisticated fabrics and accessories. Ahead, discover the defining trends reshaping poolside elegance and destination dressing.

Beyond the Shore

The ocean-inspired trend made undeniable waves, offering a refined twist on seaside glamour. Seashells, starfish, and even squids adorned the 2025 swimwear collections, infusing the season with under-the-sea allure. Oséree captured the fantasy with Little Mermaid-approved clam shell-shaped necklines, while Diva Boutique delivered micro shell bikini tops with sultry sophistication. Hand-beaded resortwear label Oceanus mesmerized with deep-ocean-inspired one-pieces and intricate seascape embroidery, while Salty Mermaid took a playful turn, pairing shell appliqués with luxe tortoiseshell-print fabrics. With underwater hues shimmering across the runways and mermaidcore reigning supreme, this oceanic trend is set to redefine waterside luxury for the season ahead.

Retro Vibes

Miami Swim Week 2025 saw a glamorous revival of retro swimwear, with brands reimagining vintage silhouettes through a modern, luxurious lens. Monday Swimwear delivered playful nods to the past with color-blocked bikinis and bold geometric prints, while Leslie Amon and Montce elevated the aesthetic with nostalgia-driven swim skorts and vintage-inspired florals. Meanwhile, Maaji refreshed retro glam with vibrant color-blocking and breezy ’70s motifs. This season, retro wasn’t about looking back — it was about reinterpreting timeless style for the confident, jet-set woman of today.

Pink Power

Hot pink reigned supreme on the Miami Swim Week 2025 runways, signaling a bold shift toward unapologetic luxury and feminine power. Far from the playful pastels of seasons past, this year’s collections showcased pink in electrifying forms — from vibrant fuchsias to refined rose hues. BFYNE led the movement with handcrafted 3D rosette pink bikinis and sculptural one-shoulder dresses, while Idol Jose elevated the trend with ruffles and fringe that blurred the lines between swimwear and couture. This season, pink was not just a color — it was a declaration of elegance, confidence, and modern glamour.

Straps, Elevated

Multi-strap swimsuits emerged as one of the defining silhouettes of Miami Swim Week 2025, offering a masterclass in architectural elegance. Designers reimagined classic cuts with intricate strap work that sculpted and accentuated the waistline, creating powerful, statement-making looks. Laurel DeWitt paired her signature metal embellishments with waist-emphasizing multi-straps and cascading tassels, while Syrena Swimwear reinterpreted strapping with jewelry-like chains that merged swimwear with body art. Cupshe used halter straps to draw the eye to the high, cinched waistline. This season’s strappy creations proved that strategic detailing can elevate swimwear into a true luxury statement.