How to Mix and Match Bikini Colors

Summer and therefore the season of colorful shorts, sunglasses, and – of course! – vibrant swimsuits – is almost there. We want to be prepared for pool parties and lovely days on the beach because there isn’t anything better than a sunny, restful day accompanied by a fantastic and colorful outfit. Beachwear for many is a separate branch of fashion, thus questions such as: How to mix and match bikini colors? Which shade of swimsuit works best for my skin tone? How to combine bikini tops with bikini bottoms like a pro? Today’s article will teach you the art of mixing bikinis so you not only look, but also feel your best.

Let’s dive right in (I mean, literally. Let’s make our colorful pool party begin! ;))

Do Bottom and Top Need to Match?

There isn’t one answer in the big world of dopamine dressing to this question. Some people claim that for the best look, you need to make sure your bikini top harmonizes with the bottom, while others follow the rule YOLO and encourage you to wear crazy combinations.

What do I think? I say: Whatever makes you feel your best! Yes, it is nice to match the bottom with the top, let’s be honest, such a look is always fashionable and “safe”. But who said you cannot break this rule? Maybe you’ll discover a new, unexpected color combination for summer clothes.

If you’re thinking about how to mix and match bikini colors, start by implementing the color blocking rule for a better effect. I talked about using color blocking philosophy in this article, so make sure to check it out. In simple words, combining colors that are either opposite to each other, or right next to each other on the color scheme will create a color blocking effect.

So whenever in doubt, use safe combinations – like purple bottom and yellow bikini. Believe me, it will look awesome!

How to Mix and Match Bikini Colors and Prints?

As we know, some swimsuits come in various patterns. From floral craziness to abstract creations, you can find basically everything. The classic and oh-so-stunning option is combining your parent with solid colors top/bottom. Important note: Make sure the solid color is present in the print. It does not need to match 100%, but the closer the shade, the better.

For example, if you own a stunning floral print top with pink lilies and green palm leaves, a pink or green bottom will complement it. For example, our Sweet Colorful Bikini used this exact technique:

This creates harmony and does not overwhelm the eyes. Of course, if you want something more vibrant, replacing this pink top with something contrasting (think darker pink or yellow) would look great too. If you create your bikini set based on the similarity or opposition of colors, there’s no way it will not look good.

How about combining prints with… prints? Ha, talk about how to mix and match bikini colors – level hard! It might be tricky since some of the prints naturally clash with each other, creating a mess. But fear not! Take a look at this simple guideline for which prints look good together:

• stripes with a small floral pattern
• big floral print and polka dots
• palm leaves and Boho prints
• abstract prints and… some more abstract prints

Remember to harmonize the colors! In this case, contrasting might not be the best idea, since two prints already create a lot going on. So, make sure the shades are as close to each other as possible.

Ready Combinations for You Not to Get a Colorful Fever

This whole color blocking and dopamine dressing philosophy might seem overwhelming, I get that. That’s why Marysia’s Colorful Closet offers ready solutions – our collection of Colorful Bikinis offers a wide range of two-piece swimsuits already mixed and matched according to all the rules of colorful fashion.

You can go one step further and purchase two bikini sets and mix them. For example, the bottom of the Colorful Checked Bikini will look great with the top from the Playful Colorful Bikini set. And if you want an even more adventurous combo, try this one: Multicolor Floral Bikini can be easily paired with Colorful Two Piece Swimsuit because of the harmony of the colors. Also, feel free to experiment and try new combos – I love to see you get creative!

Generally, you can separate bikini colors into three categories: warm and muted (like mustard yellow, earthy greens, neutrals), vibrant and joyful (intense yellow, fuchsia), and neon shades (does this one even need examples?). Good news is – muted colors can be combined with the vibrant ones. So adding beige bottom to a vibrant, floral top might be a good idea. Neons also pair well with vibrant shades – they both boost each other up. The only combo I would avoid is muted+neon. Simply because it is heavy on the eyes. Otherwise – no limits!

Oh, and one more thing – trust your fashion intuition. If you combine your bikini set and you think it looks good, it probably really does. Plus, hey, swimwear is more about swimming and having fun than impressing others. Here, the motto is: Dress to express. And it applies to swimsuits as well!

How About Accessories?

Beach bags, sunglasses, and beach shoes – doesn’t it sound like a perfect trio? Since it is summer, you can get crazy. The more colors and sparkle, the better. Really! If there is any season allowing you to be overdressed and “too” colorful (does such a thing even exist?), it’s summer.

Pick sandals that match or contrast with your swimwear – for example, to match something with our Sweet Colorful Bikini, pick gentle light pink sandals, or maybe heels in green and pink colors. And if you want to be even crazier, go with yellow sandals! Yellow works fantastically as an accent color, whether it is footwear, a bag, or sunglasses.

If you want to find some vibrant and fun sandals to complement your bikini, make sure to check our Colorful Sandals collection.

When it comes to sunglasses, the same rule applies – pick a shade that appears in your bikini. You can also choose a pair with a multicolored design, as long as it has similar shades to your swimsuit (remember vibrant, neon, and muted trio?).

Colorful fashion is the most forgiving when it comes to bags. The majority of us have one, max two beach bags, that’s why if it does not match your bikini perfectly, don’t worry. You usually wear your bag all year long, so it is more important that it goes well with less seasonal items. I mean, nobody will stop you from matching it to your bikini set perfectly – but if you do, expect the Fashion Queen title to go to you instantly 🙂

How to Mix and Match Bikini Colors – Conclusion

As you see, the art of color blocking in swimwear is not as complicated as it seems. Just follow your inner fashion voice, make sure to remember the basic rules (and break them once in a while, just for fun), and believe me, your beach outfit will make everybody gasp.

Now, equipped with new knowledge about colorful summer fashion, head to the Colorful Swimsuit collection and treat yourself to some goodies. Because life is too short for boring swimwear!