6 simple swimwear trends that French girls have been wearing for years

As purveyors of timeless style, French women tend to stick to familiar styles and wear them over and over again. That’s not to say they’re against newer trends, but the classics really do resonate with them. Whether it’s the basics they reuse or the accessories that elevate their look, French style has remained consistent over the years, and we can’t help but be inspired by it.

With swimsuit season in full swing, now is the perfect time to review which swim trends our Parisian friends are committed to. After comparing the Instagram feeds of our favorite stylish French women, we noticed that they always look back at six styles that are, shockingly, simply chic. Whether it’s a bikini trend they turn to every summer or a statement style they consider neutral, read on to discover (and buy) them.

Black One-Piece Suits

 

While French women are opting for sexier swimsuits, their style choices are still quite timeless, like the deep V one-piece.

Spoon neck jumpsuits are very much on trend. It’s always a good idea to add one to your closet because they never really go out of style.

Classic Stripes

Nothing says “summer in the south of France” like nautical stripes, which add a classic and collegiate feel to any beach look.

Minimalistic Triangle Bikinis

 

French women are not completely immune to modern swimming trends. A good example: their love for the almost triangle-free bikini, especially in earth tones.

The minimalist style doubles as a cool bra top.

Animal Print

They make a strong case for unisex animal prints, which is why you’ll find a variety of zebra and leopard prints in their swimwear collections.

To balance the strong personality of the prints, they usually opt for simple cut swimsuits.

Underwire Tops

Steel rings bring a vintage vibe to one-piece suits and bikinis that fit perfectly with the classic style French girls are known for.

Steel bra bikini tops double as cool bra tops.

High-Waisted Bottoms

High-waisted bikinis give a classic look in an elegant and natural way that our French friends know by nature.

You’ll find them styled under wide button-down shirts at the beach or by the pool.