Exuding a ‘70s vibe, the racy red Sahara bathing suit is from Prima Donna.

What is your least favourite shopping experience?

Most women would say trying to find a bathing suit that they feel and look good in. Putting on suit after suit in the change room and then having to look in the mirror that reflects every physical flaw – real or imagined. Slinking onto the store’s showroom floor because the mirror is too small to get the full picture.

Trying to find the mirror in the darkest corner in the back of the store to avoid (usually imagined) pitying looks. Or perhaps doing the dreaded walk of shame in front of friends to get their opinions if you decided to do group shopping to share the pain.

From Miraclesuit comes the slenderizing Marais Swimsuit that offers all-day bust support.

However, summer is here – the beach is beckoning, the pool is calling. It is time to throw off our outdated thoughts of how we experience this type of shopping. To enjoy summer to its fullest, don a colourful, flattering new bathing suit that makes you love how you look.

What style are you thinking of this summer, because there is a swimsuit to suit every taste and every body. Show a little skin or a lot – from tanks to two-pieces – you will be able to find what you are looking for. Throw on a luscious, colourful cover-up and a pair of slinky sandals and head to your favourite place for fun in the sun. You will be well suited for the summer.

For versatility, the straps of Bonifacio bikini from Prima Donna can be worn two ways.

You will shine in this Issambres one-piece from Prima Donna, with three different animal prints and a subtle sheen.

A lilac Chloe top from Magicsuit has bust support and figure-flattering ruffles.

Get wild in a navy animal print Ravenna Bikini from Prima Donna.

Inspired by the colours of Ibiza, Prima Donna’s Rimatara bikini bottom has adjustable ties for the perfect fit.

Too chic for the beach? Prima Donna’s Issambres beach dress sports multiple animal print patterns, matching the one-piece suit on the previous page.

Aubade presents the Beach Paradise Swimdress in floaty blue and green print with subtle gold piping on neckline and sleeves.

From city to beach, Anita Swim’s Kaimana cover offers colourful versatility.

Stylish carryall from Dorothee Schumacher is made of tactile woven bouclé and finished with smooth leather detailing.

Made in Italy by AGL, these flat emerald Cheryl sandals are beautifully detailed.

Brighten up your beach walk in Dorothee Schumacher’s Colourful Vibes sandal.

Casadei’s Jelly Thong sandal adds sparkle to any outfit this summer.

Walk in comfort in the white leather Friction Chunky sandal from Santoni, handmade in Italy.