Bikini
is the most popular beachwear for women since a long time. It has always
been about a woman's fantasy and lifestyle. This most popular and
sensuous swim wear was introduced to the world in the year 1946. Also
known as the two-piece swimsuit; it has been constantly designed by a
number of designers to give a new look. US, UK, Australia and European
counties and Asian countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore are
the main markets for beach wear.
Patterns and Styles
Bikini has undergone quite a few transformations in the last 60 years,
while the 1970s witnessed a fairly modest bikini, the 1990s and 2000s
have seen the old bikini being revamped into innovative styles. Thong
bikinis and string bikinis, leopard print and lace bikinis have grown in
popularity; 'Tankini' is a recent addition to the latest swim wear
trends. Halter top and string bikinis ooze out style, glamor and
sensuality. Polka dotted and printed bikinis are often covered with
sarong to give a more elegant look. They can also be worn with short and
long mesh as cover ups on the beach. Since it is a fashion apparel, the
need is to come up with new ideas in patterns and styles, as trends keep
on changing from time to time.
Fabrics
Stylish bikinis are available in a number of fabrics, right from
stretch Lycra to Nylon, from Velvet to Sparkle Sheen, from Cotton to
Knitted Towel Fabric, the choice is never ending. All the fabrics used,
ensure comfort as well wearability to the end user. Designers in Italy,
Australia, America are playing with new fabrics and styles to revamp the
look and ensure that bikini remains as popular as ever. Cloth
manufacturers are continuous striving to produce high quality different
kind of cloth material to suit the requirements of the beach wear
manufacturers.
