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Summer Swim + Statement Earrings, 6 Ways

The summer is no time to relax your styling muscles—go bold in unexpected cover-ups like trousers and skirts, don't skimp on swim that deserves a double-take and take those evening earrings for some fun in the sun. Shop six beach-ready looks that make the idea of a bathing suit and denim cut-offs so last summer.

Clothing, Bikini, Blue, Beauty, Swimwear, Lingerie, Fashion model, Model, Skin, Swimsuit top,

Tyler Joe

Text, Line, Font, Parallel, Black-and-white, Graphics,

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Classic trousers in a summer-ready Nantucket red make for an unexpected pairing with a classic triangle bikini—finished with giant hoops.Human body, Shoulder, Human leg, Waist, Active pants, Abdomen, Trunk, Chest, Stomach, Barefoot,

Tyler Joe

Shop the Look: Michael Kors Collection, pants, $750, michaelkors.com, Annelise Michelson, earrings, $325, annelisemichelson.com, Matteau, swim, $120, matteau-swim.com.

Clothing, Eyewear, Fashion model, Photo shoot, Beauty, Bikini, Sunglasses, Fashion, Summer, Leg,

Tyler Joe


Font, Text, Logo, Graphics, Brand, Calligraphy, Black-and-white, Graphic design,

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Consider this deep blush hue millennial pink for the serious-minded. Pair with a pleated skirt and single statement earring for best results.
Clothing, Eyewear, Earrings, Vision care, Glasses, Hairstyle, Skin, Sunglasses, Shoulder, Brassiere,

Tyler Joe

Shop the Look: Sally Lapointe, skirt, $950, sallylapointe.com, Mikoh bikini, $112, shop.mikoh.com, Paige Novick for Tibi earring, $675, tibi.com, Gentle Monster sunglasses, $230, gentlemonster.com.

Shoulder, Beauty, Arm, Model, Fashion, Photo shoot, Joint, Photography, Black hair, Dress,

Tyler Joe

Font, Text, Logo, Line, Graphics, Brand,

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Off-the-shoulder swim feels like a revelation. Maintain the drama in all black that's just as cool poolside as it is back at the cabana bar.Clothing, Beauty, Black hair, Leg, Photo shoot, Model, Fashion model, Thigh, Photography, Sitting,

Tyler Joe

Shop the Look: Reformation, swimsuit, $98, thereformation.com, Jennifer Fisher, earrings, $315, jenniferfisherjewelry.com, Gigi Burris, hat, $380, gigiburris.com, Rosetta Getty, skirt, $1990, rosettagetty.com; Costa Chaise ($2,895, available at RH.com).

Lip, Skin, Sleeve, Shoulder, Joint, Fashion model, Waist, Organ, Beauty, Fashion,

Tyler Joe

Font, Text, Logo, Graphics, Brand,

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Why save your lightweight trench for the city-streets only? I terrycloth bubble-gum pink two-piece and mismatched silver floral earrings complete the sartorial story.Clothing, Fashion model, Pink, Fashion, Beauty, Leg, Photo shoot, Barefoot, Dress, Thigh,

Tyler Joe

Shop the Look: Lisa Marie Fernandez, bikini, $325, Protagonist jacket, $910, theline.com, Beaufille, earrings, $580 and $335, fwrd.com.

Hair, Blue, Skin, Beauty, Blond, Hairstyle, Fashion, Fashion model, Dress, Sky,

Tyler Joe

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Polkadots lend whimsy to classic black and white—while a one-shoulder ruffle brings just the right amount of drama.
Fashion model, Clothing, Blue, Fashion, Beauty, Shoulder, Fashion show, Leg, Waist, Dress,

Tyler Joe

Shop the Look: Johanna Ortiz swimsuit, $525, and pants, modaoperandi.com, Faris earrings, $295, farrisfarris.com.

Ear, Audio equipment, Hairstyle, Earrings, Eyelash, People in nature, Fashion accessory, Fashion, Electric blue, Jewellery,

Tyler Joe


Font, Text, Logo, Graphics, Brand, Black-and-white,

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Skip shapeless beach tunics in favor of a lightweight, ultra-long robe that is as flattering as it is chic. Bonus points for tropical embroidery and giant architectural earrings.
Clothing, Blue, Robe, Fashion model, Formal wear, Fashion, Dress, Nightwear, Gown, Outerwear,

Tyler Joe

Shop the Look: Attico wrap dress, $1575, net-a-porter.com, Araks swimsuit, $325, araks.com, Ellery earrings, $780, ellery.com, Brother Vellies mules, $345, brothervellies.com.

See a behind-the-scenes look at the photoshoot here:

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Credits:

Photography by Tyler Joe

Model: Megan Williams, The Lions

Casting: Ignacio Murillo

Hair: Britt White

Makeup: Nina Soriano

Fashion Editor: Kerry Pieri

Fashion Assistant: Tennille Yamashita

Headshot of Kerry Pieri

Kerry Pieri is Harper's Bazaar's Digital Fashion/Features Director. Kerry oversees the fashion vertical for BAZAAR.com, including launching digital covers, styling celebrity features, and managing recurring features including Brand Watch and My Life in Three Looks. In addition, Kerry edits the “best of” each season, from shoes to bags, denim and coats, and is consistently looking for shifts in the fashion realm to lend a voice. Kerry formerly served as the Editorial Director of  StyleCaster.com and as a producer at Full Frontal Fashion. She lives in New York with her husband Steve, and baby girl Lila Sky.

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Update: 2024-07-27