Gottex shows its wild side with this African inspired Madagascar swimsuit. This is one of Gottex's most dramatic swimsuits. If the label's mattes seem too tame for you, you’ll likely love the clash of stylized zebra print with tribal patterned trim. We've seen Gottex offer a few patterns before, but they were much more traditional than this bold design. Whether you think it's to…

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Gottex helps us cover up on the beach in style with this Jungle Fever Kimono. This is a truly luxurious cover-up made in Morocco entirely from silk. The rich jewel toned design is inspired by the wilds of the jungle. It's like a modern take on floral, with vibrant green foliage dotted with small red blooms. The print appears a little more abstract on the soft draped fabric, which should…

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A splash of color ensures this basic black Delaunay swimsuit from Gottex stands out in a crowd. Warm pink, violet, and fuschia hues burst from the side of this one-piece like a fractured kaleidoscope. It's really striking, although like so many prints I wonder whether it'll date after a few seasons. I'm hopeful it may endure though, as it goes its own way rather than following trends…

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Figure flattering shirring help this Tutti Fruti tankini from Gottex stand out from the crowd. I must admit, this tankini isn't what I expected when I saw its name. The Tutti Fruti moniker conjures up images of flamboyant accents and wild rainbow colors. However this Tutti Fruti is quite subdued, with its subtle all-over shirring and elegant cobalt blue color. The soft pleats are f…

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Gottex makes a dramatic shoreside style statement with this Katalist swimsuit. I first admired Gottex's asymmetrical one-shoulder designs with the Rhythm, and I'm every bit as impressed with this new swimsuit. While the two styles are similar, the Katalist is much cleaner than its stable mate. The pleating across the bust is gone, replaced with a much smoother finish. The strap…

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Gottex adds some feminine frills to a traditional tankini with this Tricolore Haltini from its Profile collection. Gottex calls it a haltini, which is just a fancy way of saying it's a tankini with a halter-neck. The tie around the neck might give it its name, but it's the tiny frills that have really won me over. The tiny ruffles allow the turquoise trim and pale aqua underside of the i…

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With just a dash of metal Gottex elevates the classic one piece from staid to sensational with this Mystic Beauty. All too often designers focus on the body of their swimsuits and tack on straps as a functional afterthought. Gottex has reversed the trend here, keeping the body basic and playing more up top. Metal claws help to affix the soft double straps to the rest of the suit. Their g…

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Black and white hues work in harmony in this printed Gottex swimsuit with the same name. I always appreciate the classic combination of black and white colors, but I'm less enthusiastic about the print. The abstract dot pattern is interesting, but it looks a bit dated. And if it's dated now, you can only guess how out of vogue it'll appear after a few summers. Of course if you don't care…

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Gottex gets flirty with this feminine Soiree Ruffle Bikini. A basic black bikini will always stand the test of time, but such a predictable option can be a bit boring. Gottex has made this one much more interesting with the addition of soft ruffles around the neck. The transparent mesh frills are fun and flirty, but as they're on a very simply designed bikini they stop short of being fu…

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Gottex uses its blend of polyamide and knitted elastan as a canvas with this Atlantis Surplice swimsuit. The blue splatter paint effect calls to mind artworks by Jackson Pollock or Damien Hirst. Different shades of blue and a splash of white are used to create a finish which looks summery and dynamic. The simple wraparound style of this one-piece swimsuit allows the print to do most…

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Gottex brings its signature fashion forward style to plus-sized beach lovers with this Coral Sea one-piece. The high neck style makes this swimsuit look very stylish while still maintaining modesty. It's complemented by a keyhole cut out, which offers a glimpse of cleavage without showing off too much skin. The abstract Coral Sea print is artsy and a little bit nautical. I like it…

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Gottex makes a dramatic style statement with this asymmetrical Rhythm swimsuit. Gottex abandons tradition for a more fashion-forward one-shoulder style. This wide strap is gently pleated, mirroring the soft shirring around the bandeau bust. The rest of the swimsuit seems fairly plain when compared to the top, but there are a few hidden benefits to be found. You might assume tha…

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