Best of … beach fashion looks

Contributed by Denise McGill, Catalogs.com Top 10 Guru

When the weather is scorching and the sun is shining, the hottest fashions can be found at the beach or by the poolside.

Colorful sarongs and flattering bikinis are a major part of the scene when it comes to beach fashion looks. So, if you want to get out there and have a little “sun and fun” this summer, these five online stores have the beach fashion necessities that were designed for comfort and styling.

Slip on a cool beach dress, grab the ice chest and head out to the beach with your favorite group of friends for a little sand and sea time.

Swimsuitsforall.com

Suit your curves

Hanging out at the beach isn’t just for women that are a size 1 and SwimSuitsForAll.com completely gets that. For fuller figure women who have some fantastic curves to show off on their own, Swimsuitsforall.com is the one-stop shopping for plus size women. From tankini swimsuits to athletic women’s swimwear, they have a large assortment of real sizes for real women. When finished at the beach, cover-up in a sexy sarong or beach dress for cocktails at a beachfront café.

POPPYsports

Style for fitness fanatics

POPPYsports has the active wear for the serious female athlete. Their swimwear isn’t just frilly fashion designs, but swimwear that looks great and stands up to the rigorous demands of today’s triathletes or active grandmothers! For every woman that wants to keep in top-notch shape and look great doing it, POPPYsports has the swimwear accessories for laps across the pool or snorkeling in the ocean. When you’re not poolside or hanging out at the beach, you can also find a selection of cycling gear and yoga pants to stay fit all year around.

Fit Maternity

Moms to be beach it too

Fit Maternity has the stylish, sleek suits that moms-to-be are looking for when they hit the beach, either vacationing or in the long lazy days of summer while waiting for the arrival of baby. Black is classic feel-slimmer color, but the daring can brighten it up with color.

The Finals

Beach wear for serious swimmers

The Funkies Golden Flame Swimsuit from The Finals merges serious swimwear with great style. The wing back design, thin straps and high leg provide sexy, minimal coverage without sacrificing support. You can be comfortable styling beside the pool, and then throw down some laps in the water, too.

Coors and Company

Spring break style

Coors and Company has the hottest bikini for Spring break – or any beach break – if you want to say sand, sun and fun. You’ll win at beer bong and the sexy suit contest and get the best tan you can.