Miami Swim Week 2025 wrapped with a bold, energetic point of view: swimwear is no longer a niche — it’s the runway. Whether rooted in function, fantasy, or future-focused innovation, this season’s collections embraced swimwear as the main event. From sensual silhouettes to surf-tech utility, this year’s top trends reflected a clear shift: consumers are seeking emotional connection, performance, and expressive storytelling in every piece.
We highlighted six key trends that surfaced across women’s, men’s, and kids’ swimwear collections. Each comes with insights into color, print, silhouette, design details, and — of course — the fabrics that bring it all to life.
1. Tropical Maximalism
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Loud, unapologetic, and full of energy — this trend became one of the keys from recent Miami Swim Week.
Designers turned up the heat with bold color, playful prints, and energetic details, inviting wearers to make a joyful statement.
Designs
Silhouettes lean into sensuality: plunging monokinis, Brazilian cuts, high-leg suits, and dramatic halter wraps. Mesh insets and cheeky cutouts add edge. Design Details feature ring hardware, shimmer knits, chunky straps, fringe, and metallic binding, emphasizing movement and attitude.
Colors and Prints
Pallets include Pink Yarrow, Blue Atoll, Illuminating Yellow, and Scarlet Red, highlighting tones chosen for their vibrancy and impact. Prints clash and collide: oversized florals, animal prints, and neon geometrics evoke a “Miami sunset meets jungle rave” vibe.
Fabrics
Designers select textiles such as shiny tricot, power mesh, and sublimation poly blends that feature stretch, support, and high-gloss finishes. Recycled yarns, digital printing, and non-toxic dyes are used for minimal waste.
Pine Crest Fabrics recommends: high-shine tricot (Shira, Orion), sparkle blends (Lurex), MIPAN® regen recycled nylon (FishTale), and bold-print sublimation fabrics.
2. Surf Utility
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Merging the practical with the progressive, this trend drew inspiration from wetsuits, scuba gear, and tactical surfwear, reimagined with elevated tailoring and a runway edge.
Designs
Silhouettes are clean, athletic, and futuristic: zip-front suits, long-sleeve rash guards, high-neck tanks, boardshorts, and body-conscious one-pieces with tech accents. Design details include bonded seams, front zippers, cargo-style side pockets, thumbholes, and integrated UV protection.
Colors and Prints
Colors combine bright and calm shades, centering around Charcoal Gray, Digital Lavender, Safety Orange, and Sea Spray. Prints are minimal yet intentional, featuring color blocking, industrial piping, and abstract wave motifs.
Fabrics
To support this swimwear trend, designers opt for textiles that emphasize performance, such as compression knits, high-recovery stretch, chlorine-resistant blends, and UPF fabrics. From an eco-friendly and innovative perspective, designers utilized seamless technology, recycled performance yarns, and durable water-repellent finishes.
Pine Crest Fabrics recommends: UPF-rated tricot, matte compression fabrics, and eco-performance knits. Explore our Kira Rec, Palm Rec, and Duck Dive styles.
3. Earth Luxe
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In this grounded, refined Miami Swim Week trend, swimwear evokes a connection to nature with soft, neutral palettes, textured surfaces, and handcrafted aesthetics.
Designs
Silhouettes are minimal yet elegant, featuring bandeau tops, high-waist bottoms, tank-style one-pieces, and wraparound bikinis with sarong-style skirts and relaxed coverups. Design Details leaned artisanal – wood bead ties, woven straps, braided trims, and smocking.
Colors and Prints
Colors are inspired by desert tones and minerals, including Sandstone, Terracotta, Ecru, and Seaweed Green. Prints are organic and earthy: tie-dyes, irregular stripes, mineral washes, sun-bleached effects, and raw-edge texturing.
Fabrics
Textiles highlight ribbed matte knits, open-work crochet, natural-feel blends, and gauzy overlays. Sustainability & Innovation: Natural dyes, low-water textile finishing, biodegradable yarns, and local production.
Pine Crest Fabrics recommends: matte ribbed textures (Sassy Swim Rib), textured swim knits (Crepe Knit), cotton-touch, and jacquards (OGEE jacquard).
4. Retro Remix
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This trend features a nostalgic nod to the ’70s, ’80s, and Y2K, making swimwear feel fun, flirty, and familiar. Think Malibu Barbie meets roller rink chic — with modern fits and cheeky styling.
Designs
Silhouettes celebrate retro sex appeal like underwire tops, belted bottoms, square necklines, and ruched bandeaus. Men’s suits became shorter and tighter with contrasting trims. Design Details: Retro buckles, keyhole fronts, lettuce edges, and contrast piping.
Colors and Prints
Colors brought back retro energy: Turquoise Blue, Apricot Crush, Hot Coral, and Neon Lime. Prints included checkerboards, wavy stripes, faded florals, and groovy marbled swirls.
Fabrics
Textiles leaned into the theme with terry cloth, jacquards, and soft-matte knits. Sustainability & Innovation: Digital printing reduced waste, while throwback pieces were reimagined using recycled fibers.
Pine Crest Fabrics recommends: retro-inspired fabrics (Gingham, Zebra Jacquards), terry-look swim knits, jacquard terry cloth, and Y2K-appropriate shimmer fabrics. To meet sustainability, explore our deadstock collection.
5. Liquid Metal
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This high-glam trend from Miami Swim Week brings a dose of sci-fi style to the beach. Liquid-look fabrics, chrome sheens, and bold, sculptural silhouettes transform swimwear into fashion armor.
Designs
Silhouettes featured high-cut one-pieces, asymmetrical bikinis, strapless tubes, and avant-garde wraps. Design Details: chain straps, sculpted cups, crisscross backs, and metal-plated logos.
Colors & Prints
Colors dazzled in Pewter Silver, Molten Gold, Holographic Aqua, and Gunmetal Blue. Prints were minimal — shine, texture, and surface treatments took center stage.
Fabrics
Standout materials included liquid-look foils, high-gloss stretch fabrics, and metallic-backed knits.
Designers embraced foils with non-toxic coatings and biodegradable laminates for a bold yet mindful approach.
Pine Crest Fabrics recommends: holographic foils, metallic stretch tricot, and laminated knits. Explore our Starlet Holo, 3D PU Coating and Chrome Shine Silver Foil.
6. Techno Tropic (Kidswear Crossover)
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This final trend bursts onto the scene in kidswear and youth-driven brands, blending UV protection, cartoon-inspired colors, and sensory-friendly details.
Designs
Silhouettes are playful yet practical: zip-back one-pieces, short-sleeve rash guards, frilled swim skirts, and bike short sets. Design Details: seamless finishes, soft zippers, patch pockets, and mix-and-match styling.
Colors & Prints
Colors are bold and blocky: Electric Blue Lemonade, Bubblegum Pink, Cyber Lime, and Sunset Orange. Prints pop with smiley faces, 3D fruits, digital tropicals, space-dye rainbows, and emoji-style icons.
Fabrics
Designers favor soft, stretchy, and protective materials such as UPF swim knits, chlorine-resistant spandex, and soft-touch recycled blends.
Sustainability & Innovation: Eco-certified UPF fabrics, flatlock seams, and modular designs that grow with the wearer.
Pine Crest Fabrics recommends: UPF-certified stretch fabrics and vibrant digital-ready bases. Explore our Ocean, Bahia, and print bases like Marathon. All materials are available in many colors.
Find the Best Fabric for Your Swimwear Collection
At Pine Crest Fabrics, you’ll discover a wide selection of high-quality, innovative, and sustainable materials to meet both consumer needs and the latest trends. Over 250,000 yards of tricot, jacquards, textures, foils, recycled fabrics, and more are stocked in the U.S. and ready to ship.
We partner with top fiber brands like Repreve®, Creora®, Xlance®, and others to deliver exceptional quality.
Contact us to learn more about our services and explore our fabric collections.
