Olivia Dunne-Approved Swimsuit Styles That Are In For Summer

From her glory-riddled time as an LSU gymnast to her recent outings as a bonafide Sports Illustrated model, Olivia Dunne has made herself into a powerful influencer for both her athleticism and her style. And over the years, Olivia Dunne has undergone a gorgeous transformation. But there's one thing she's always nailed: swimwear. Since her earliest days on social media, Dunne has delivered a masterclass in poolside style, sporting barely-there string bikinis, fashion-forward one-piece suits, and everything in between.

It seems that Dunne's taste in swimwear also has staying power, as many of her former bathing suits are still decidedly on-trend for summer fashions. These exciting styles — which span a sunny spectrum from leopard print to flashy neon — have us counting down the days until our next beach trip. We're ready to grab our towels, catch up on the best viral BookTok romances from our summer reading list, and show our stuff in these Olivia-Dunne-approved swimsuits. After all, if they're good enough for Livvy, they're good enough for us.

Want to embody a little fierce, feral-girl energy in your next swimwear look? Olivia Dunne is right there with you — evidence suggests that the model is a fan of the classic leopard print. She's flaunted several different leopard print swimsuits on her Instagram, including a simple, strappy bikini from 2020. Happily, animal print swimwear is in vogue again, from Dunne's preferred leopard spots to graphic zebra stripes. It's the perfect chance to rep your favorite wildlife and impress other beachgoers with your natural flair.

Do cute bandeaus ever go out of swimwear style? Maybe not. But one thing is for sure: Whether you prefer a sleek, streamlined band or a feminine, bow-knotted style, bandeau-top bikinis are a winning choice. Olivia Dunne has rocked the style in years past, including two notable bandeaus from her 2020 wardrobe: a simple, Barbie-worthy pink bandeau bikini and a patterned blue-and-red bandeau suit with serious boho vibes. These styles seem perfect for a sunny day by the water, but you can also experiment with your favorite colors and prints.

Hard metal accents are giving swimsuits an extra edge for summer, and Olivia Dunne is no stranger to the value of some metallic hardware. A 2022 post on her Instagram account shows off a strappy pink one-piece riddled with metal studs. This year, take a nod from the gymnast's look and pick a swimsuit with some fierce metal accents — if punky rivets aren't your vibe, details like clasps, chains, and rings are also on trend.

If Instagram posts from both 2019 and 2023 are anything to go by, it seems that Olivia Dunne is a longtime fan of red bikinis. Serendipitous, since red is also one of the hot color trends for summer fashion — including eye-catching red swimwear. Looking ahead to late summer and fall, it's as Galeries Lafayette merchandising director Alix Morabito told Women's Wear Daily in 2024: "Red is without a doubt this season's staple." Get the look with warm chili pepper tones, vivid cherry reds, or even a dark, slinky oxblood hue for late summer swimming.

Olivia Dunne has often worn bikinis in solid black or pure white, but she's not afraid to mix the two values, either. A 2019 Instagram post shows the gymnast in an itty-bitty, teeny-weeny, black-and-white polka dot bikini — giving perfect inspo for the black-and-white revival of recent years. That's right, this classic color combo is coming for your swimwear this season. From bold, color-blocked styles and abstract patterns to simple piping or Livvy-inspired polka dots, black-and-white designs are a stylish choice for summer.

Bold, sporty, and tropical, brights are a quintessential color palette for your next beach trip or day at the pool. Better yet, they're trending for swimwear. "Vibrant colors such as hot pink, purple, royal blue, and green are huge this season," luxury swimwear designer Aliya Wilkinson told Who What Wear. Look no further than Olivia Dunne's swimwear history for ideas — the model has donned various neons over the years, including a highlighter-bright yellow bikini that showed up in several 2020 Instagram posts.