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Hot and Unbothered - Still need a suit (or three) to get you through the summer? Here are the trends that are ruling the runways and beaches this year. By Kenrya Rankin Naasel  (Photo: Albert Urso/Getty Images)

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One-Piece With Cutouts - One-piece suits are a chic way to go, and strategically placed cutouts keep you from feeling too covered up. This sleek number from Mara Hoffman is anything but old school.  (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)

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Caged Straps - Skip side-ties this year. Instead, look for suits with multiple straps on the side of the bottoms and at the neck, too. This Suboo suit packs high fashion in a tiny package.  (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week)

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Crochet - Knitwear has reemerged as a trend this year, as the boho style carries over into swimwear. This barely there red, blue and black suit from Indah is not for the faint of heart.  (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Indah)

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High-Waisted Bottoms - These bottoms exude classic pinup sex appeal — and cover tummy problem spots you might want to hide, too. The cutouts on this Mara Hoffman design marry the vintage with the modern.  (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)

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High-Neck Halter and Racerback Tops - Covered up in the front, sexy in the back, these suits put the emphasis on a toned rear view. This Mikoh suit uses macramé to add cool detail to the high neckline.  (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)

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Zippers - Add some edge to your look — and make it easier to peel off soaking wet suits — with zippers. They were featured prominently on all types of looks, from the covered up to the nearly bare. This suit from We Are Handsome is right on trend.  (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week)

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Animal Prints - Go wild with animal prints in traditional and fun colors, on everything from one-pieces to bikinis. This bold suit from Nakimuli will turn heads.  (Photo: Nakimuli)

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Floral and Geometric Prints - From lush jungles to Aztec-inspired looks, shimmying into one of these printed suits is a surefire way to get noticed on the beach. This bright floral from Trina Turk will stand out in any crowd.  (Photo: Trina Turk)

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Sporty - Suits that make you want to move — and are sturdy enough to do so — were big on the runways this year. There are also more traditional-shaped suits made of high-performance materials like neoprene. We love this one from Canadian-Nigerian designer Andrea Iyamah.  (Photo: Andrea Iyamah)

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Crop Tops - Longer than a bikini top but shorter than a tankini, these tops prove that you don’t have to bare all to be sexy. Pair them with a tiny bottom to make your legs look unbelievably long. This crop-top suit from We Are Handsome also brings in the zipper and print trends.  (Photo: ANANAS)

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Rash Guards - Say what? Sleeves may seem counterintuitive at the beach, but they popped up all over runways, adding an elegant charm to the mix. This Pucci print rash guard from Orelebar Brown brings high fashion to the beach. It’s definitely meant for lounging by the pool, not diving in. (Photo: Orelebar Brown)