Spring Break is quickly approaching and whether you’re going to the beach, the swimming pool, or the water park, you’re going to need a swimsuit. Popular swimsuit trends this season emphasize comfort and confidence.
Clarise Flores, Fashion and Feminism club president and marketing senior, said the biggest trends for women this year are vintage-inspired pieces and silhouettes.
Flores personally enjoys the retro styles because they not only flatter a wide range of body types, but they are also comfortable.
“I would recommend the high-waisted ones to all body types because they cinch the waist and make your upper body look slimmer,” she said.
Finding stores that carry your ideal swimsuit can be a challenge. However, Flores said there are a variety of options available, such as online stores like ASOS.com and even local artists who upcycle vintage clothing.
“I would recommend online stores and vintage shops because you’re able to find unique pieces,” she said.
This Spring Break, men should prioritize comfort and durability, according to physics senior Alex Duran.
“Anything basic works, swimwear trousers, shirts are optional. As long as it’s comfortable and you’re not getting a rash,” Duran said.
He said durable designs are easily accessible and can be conveniently found online and in department and retail stores.
“I prefer online because it’s cheaper to find [swimsuits] and you have more of a variety to choose from compared to stores,” Duran said. “But for stores, I’d say Walmart, Academy, Dick’s, anything that deals with sports.”
Despite the different preferences in men’s and women’s swimwear, comfort and confidence are two basic necessities, according to Maria Mazariegos, a clinical therapist at UTRGV’s Counseling Center and Hannah Masso, a graduate student in clinical psychology and a clinical therapist intern.
“A lot of times people tend to focus on negatives or what they don’t like about their bodies,” Mazariegos said. “But how often do they look in the mirror and say, ‘Maybe, I don’t like this part of my body, but this other part is really nice.’ My general recommendation would be for every flaw you see, look at a positive asset as well.”
She also reminds students to push past their insecurities and live in the moment for this upcoming break.
“So enjoy whatever it is you may be doing and [try] your best to not focus on what you may be insecure about,” Mazariegos said.
