It might be named after the natural haven in the heart of one of the world's most fashionable cities, but this Central Park Bikini from Nanette Lepore is surprisingly low key. I'm used to Nanette Lepore bikinis seeming almost as if they've stepped from the world's fashion runways. There are always details for me to marvel over, and these accents tempt me to spend the big prices her swi…

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Indulge in New York City style on the beach this summer with this Madison Avenue Swim Dress from Nanette Lepore. There's an awful lot going on here, perhaps too much. Yet Nanette Lepore's conviction and commitment to her design vision somehow makes this overembellished style work. The ruffles and rosettes along the bustline and shirring across the body may not impress minimalist…

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Nanette Lepore embraces its feminine side with this Cote D’Azur Cherry Swimsuit. This whimsical white swimsuit is covered in sweet cherries. This fruity pattern is probably too cutesy to appeal to everyone, but I love the personality it brings. I'm not quite as sure about the jaunty bows that decorate the plunging neckline though. While they help us maintain a little modesty, t…

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Nanette Lepore challenges the notion that a swimsuit needs to show a lot of skin to turn heads with the Marseilles. It makes sense that this swimsuit is named after a coastal city in one of the world's most fashionable countries. It's got a real catwalk appeal that we don't often see in swimwear. Its bold red body is treated with a waffle-like texture for an extra kick. The wide white tri…

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Nanette Lepore channels French chic with this Riviera Stripe Tunic. While it takes inspiration from the coastal resorts of the French Riviera, its classic design wouldn't look out of place in any beach setting. The navy and white vertical stripes give the cover-up a traditional nautical feel, while the contemporary red grommets near the neckline bring just the right amount of Fr…

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