How to choose the ultimate beachwear: The only guide you need!

Summer means taking a break from our oh-so-busy, work-driven lives and escaping to the beaches to sip on pina coladas. And it's also time to flaunt that summer-body you've worked so hard for.

But beach fashion should not be restricted to a palm print t-shirt and a sarong over bikini. It's about feeling gorgeous and yet you, confident yet comfortable.

Jyoti Bhalla, partner, Filme Fashion and Ranveer Kaur, designer, The Hashtag Couture, tell you how to do beach fashion right, this holiday season:

Keep it bright

Opt for happier colours! Be it bikinis, swimsuits, beach gowns or dresses, strive for more summery shades like yellow, orange, pink, blue to add a happy vibe to your look.

Pastels are also a great option. Avoid anything too bedazzled or glittery. Rather play with pastel shades by pairing them with chunky accessories.


Summery shades like yellow, neon, pink, blue add a happy vibe to your look. (Image: Thinkstock)

Patch work for the win

Bring the 'patch work' trend to the beach. Yes, the patches you see on denims, bags, shoes, wallets can also be used for your beach wear. Patches like strawberries, popsicles, sunglasses, beer, pineapples are so much fun.

Patches like shells, fish, and waves will make your outfit match your vacation mood. These patches can be used to on bikinis and swim wear. Alternatively, they can be used to enhance accessories like your footwear or bags.

The best part? It's all about DIY. All you need to do is pick the patch you like, and it can easily be stitched upon or stuck on to make any outfit fun.

Prints, prints, prints!


Prints are the rage this season and will definitely add to your beach style statement. (Image: thelabellife.com)

Ditch the old stripes and rather opt for beach icons like palm islands, sunsets, and corals or minimal prints like star fish, turtles or palm trees. Ombre beach gown, wrap-arounds, long skirts or oversized shirts are also a great way to keep it stylish on the beach.