One Piece Bandeau Swimsuit
The swimwear of the 50’s is making a strong comeback. The shoulders and legs are highlighted in this swim silhouette since the abs and torso are covered. A body in a 1 piece is surprisingly sexy to many since the bikini has become standard swimwear. Instead of darting eyes to the top and bottom of a brightly colored swim suit, the attraction in a 1 piece bandeau is found in the curves from the bust to the waist, ending the female shape at the hips. The bandeau 1 piece is now featured in neutral or black–classy colors that bring a fresh blast from the past.
Gap Essential One Piece – $60
Gap Essential One Piece
With a halter strap, this bandeau suit will not accidentally fall off. It is simple and thin, no frills whatsoever in the design. Comes in 3 colors: triumph black, minty teal, and demre. Pick up a simple suit at the Gap on the 1st floor of Bellevue Square.
J. Crew Solid ruched bandeau tank – $80
J. Crew Solid ruched bandeau tank
This version has a removable halter strap included. The boning in the suit creates support for activities on the beach. Available only online at Jcrew.com. Comes in 7 colors: black, bright pacific, brilliant navy, deep brown, jungle green, bright berry, and cerise.
Nordstrom Gottex “Black Magic” Bandeau One Piece – $168
Nordstom Gottex "Black Magic" One Piece Bandeau
This bandeau has a large floral graphic on the front. The Gottex Black Magic Bandeau also has a removable strap, boning, and soft cups. Visit Nordstrom’s swimwear section at Bellevue Square for a closer look.
Macys Jantzen Ruched Vamp One-Piece Swimsuit – $100
Jantzen Ruched Vamp One-Piece Swimsuit $100
The bodice is sweet-heart shaped in this version of the ruched bandeau. Jantzen Ruched Vamp One-Piece is sweet and sensual. Jantzen made the some of the first one piece bandeaus from the 1950’s.
Victoria’s Secret > Carmen Marc Valvo Bandeau One-Piece – $172
Victoria's Secret> Carmen Marc Valvo One-Piece Bandeau
Although sweet heart shaped, this version of the one-piece bandeau is not so innocent. By Carmen Marc Valvo with cups and soft side ruching.
The ruched sweet heart shaped versions of the one-piece bandeau are classy and timeless. For a more modern minimal style, go for the simple straight bandeau top without the sweet heart neckline.