Betsey Johnson interprets nautical fashion with her signature feminine flair with this Ship Shape bikini. As we see with much of the Betsey Johnson collection, there's nothing subtle about this swimsuit. The ruffles and bows at the straps are unashamedly girly. The diagonal blue stripes pop against the white background. By keeping the bust free of frills, Betsey Johnson ensure…

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Betsey Johnson's created a swimsuit fit for royalty with this Duchess Bandeau Bikini. I can certainly imagine Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, swanning about the Seychelles wearing this demure swimsuit, her dashing Prince William at her side. Its gray houndstooth pattern is classic, and the perfect foil for the regal teal ribbon flower accent. Glittering rhinestones and…

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Betsey Johnson injects the charm of the Irish into this cute Patty Cakes swim top. This halter top's green and white checks are unmistakable inspired by the Emerald Isle. The print is the star here, with Betsey Johnson keeping the rest of the halter top uncharacteristically subdued. The styling is unusually conservative, although the small cut-outs near the shoulders show a litt…

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Betsey Johnson reminds us that a black swimsuit needn't be basic with this sexy Truth or Dare Swim Dress. This is one smoking little number, with its fitted body and flirty short skirt. I love the faint feathery texture on the dress, and the cute gemstone decorated bow on the side. It's all one piece, with the briefs built in underneath the skirt, so you can easily maintain a bit of modes…

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Betsey Johnson appeals to vintage lovers with her A Tisket Bandeau bikini top. I love the playful 50s housewife vibe of this swim top. Its red and white checked gingham takes us back to those golden years, and it's finished beautifully with some lovely accents. The delicate red blooms at the bust and white lacing along the cups give the A Tisket the right amount of feminine flair. The b…

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Betsey Johnson seems to have taken her inspiration from the dance world with this frilly Swan Lake bikini top. I'm not sure whether ballet successfully meets the beach here, but I'm sure the girliest girls will love this bold bikini's frothy femininity. The wide, white frill is bordered with black accents and lace. A pink rosette sits sweetly at the center of the bust. And just for go…

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Betsey Johnson's always been inspired by retro fashions, but she's rarely as blatant about her influences as she is here with the Let's Polka swim dress. This cute polka dotted swimsuit could easily have stepped out of the 1950s. Its spotted finish and jaunty blue bow are very retro, but this is no mere fashion throwback. Vintage swimsuits were made from neutral conservative color…

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Betsey Johnson channels 1950s fashions with this fun At the Hop bikini top. Black and white is a classic color combination, and it's used to great effect on this spotted bikini top. A bright pink bow and strap adds a pop of color, and a garish dose of girlishness, to the monochrome design. Some beachgoers may feel the pink accents take this bikini top into saccharine territory, but I'm…

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This cute pair of sunglasses from Betsey Johnson takes me back to childhood, in the best possible way. As a young girl I would have loved the colorful beads which adorn the arms of these raven colored shades, and thankfully I'm just as enthusiastic today. It takes a special kind of designer to use youthful accents so well. Rather than appear juvenile, they simply give these black fram…

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Betsey Johnson reins in her natural fashion flamboyance for this relatively sedate Knotty Girl hobo. Its fun nautical feel and generous dimensions make it a great option for toting your towel and togs to the beach. It might seem strange to describe any bright red bag as sedate, but when compared to the frothy fuchsia, sequined, and studded accessories the designer typically deliv…

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There's no such thing as a traditional piece of Betsey Johnson fashion. These sunglasses might look classic at first glance, but you just know the flamboyant designer has something up her sleeve. The black oval frames look like nothing special when viewed from the front, but sneak a peek from the side and it's a different story. Adorable heart shaped cut-outs near the hinges make th…

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Betsey Johnson caters for the girly girls with this pretty Petal Pusher Bikini. This halter style bikini top is covered in colorful blooms, which really pop against their white background. The feminine style is trimmed with lace and then finished with a pretty rosette centered bow. White bikinis often have a cringe factor once they're wet, but the strategically placed flowers, a…

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Betsey Johnson delivers a fun, flirty look from the fifties with this cute Layer Cake bikini top. The structured bra top is softened with a flurry of feminine frills, so you get the support you're after without compromising on style. The ruffles run along the top of the cups and reach up to the decorative shoulder straps. These straps can be worn on the shoulders, or pushed down for an e…

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