Beach, please! How to perfect your summer selfie like Bella Hadid with Instagram-worthy swimwear, a coordinating beach towel and, of course, this season's hottest pool floats
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Whether you prefer a personalized one-piece like Bella Hadid or a red-hot string bikini like Rihanna, one thing is certain – for a winning Instagram snap, a cute suit is a must.
Why not take your summer selfie to the next level by accessorizing your swimsuit with a coordinating towel? And don't stop there! Throw in the season's hottest float and you're on your way to becoming a social media star (insert heart eyes emoji here).
Sit back, relax and check out Femail's beach-ready looks. You won't need fancy filter's with combinations this photogenic!
Sisterly love! Supermodel Bella Hadid paid homage to her older sister Gigi in a suit emblazoned with her name
Get personal with a swimsuit by Bruno Malucelli
She's seriously hot property right now; Bella Hadid is rising in fame and becoming a must-have model on the runway a well as magazine covers and we can't get enough of her style.
And ever so modestly, she wore a swimsuit with a tribute to sister Gigi as she lazed on the beach - aww sibling love!
The one-piece is by Bruno Malucelli and is in a flattering black hue and we love the contrasting golden letter detail. But what's even better about this pick is that it's personalized. That's right, you can pick the color and the name that's etched onto the front of your swimwear. Sold? We are! And if you don't want your own name, you could always pay tribute to a pal or your favorite celebrity just like Bella did.
If you're keen, click right to snap up her swimsuit now. If you're after a simple slogan number without the personal tough but for a whole lot less dosh, see below for alternatives.
GET PERSONAL: You're one of a kind – your swimsuit might as well be, too! A bespoke one-piece coupled with a pretty printed towel is Instagram gold. Just post your pic and watch your number of 'likes' climb.
Left: Bespoke Swimsuit by Bruna Malucelli; , $249; brunamalucelli.com. Right: Pineapple Beach Towel by Lulu DK for Matouk, $95; bloomingdales.com
IN THEME: Pieces that share the same vibe, like this kitschy watermelon printed towel and high-waisted bikini with scalloped edges, create a cohesive a look when paired together. Now strike your best pin-up pose!
Left: The Round Towel by Cotton On, now $20; cottonon.com. Right: Palm Springs scalloped bikini by Marysia, $290;net-a-porter.com
MATCHING SET: A printed suit coupled with a matching towel by the same designer is an effortless and foolproof look that your followers will be swooning over. Get em', glamour girl!
Left: Cutout printed halterneck swimsuit by Mara Hoffman, now $179; net-a-porter.com. Right: Starbasket Beach Towel by Mara Hoffman, $100; bloomingdales.com
Keeping up with Kendall! The supermodel strikes a seductive pose in a teeny weeny white bikini from the Kendall and Kylie Swim Collection
ANIMAL INSTINCTS : A basic beach towel creates the perfect blank canvas to show off a statement making printed suit. #rawr
Left: The Pursuit String Scoop One Piece by We Are Handsome, $231; wearehandsome.com. Right: Basic Bath Towel in Teal Blue by Turkish T. , $28.99; domino.com
PLAY WITH TEXTURE: Take a cue from the @abikiniaday girls and go head-to-toe Australian. This crochet suit and textured beach towel scream bohemian babe. Spread out and say 'cheese'.
Left: Crocheted cotton halterneck bikini by She Made Me, $205; net-a-porter.com. Right: Tulum Round Beach Towel by The Beach People, $110; neimanmarcus.com
FLORALS + STRIPES: This winning clothing combo looks just as cute at the beach as it does on the streets. For a cohesive look, choose items with similar color intensities.
Left: Just a Crush bikini top in tropical green, $17.99 matching bottom, $14.99 by Xhiliration, target.com. Right: Reversible Awning Stripe Beach Towel (monogram optional) by Pottery Barn, $39.50; potterybarn.com
In a red bathing suit and orange beach towel, Rihanna showed her 39.9 million followers how to colorblock
COLOR BLOCK: To really stand out, choose a suit and towel in hues on the opposite sides of the color wheel. The bold pairing of yellow and purple is unexpected and will pop in your pic.
Left: Yellow Crochet Ro Bikini by Kiini, $300; avenue.com. Right: Terry Velour Beach Towel by Royal Comfort, now $15.84; swimoutlet.com
GO MONOCHROMATIC: Dressing in all one color looks super chic. To create an interesting look, opt for different shades of the same hue, like a dark suit (to slim) and a lighter towel. #acolorstory
Left: Animal Jacquard Beach Towel by Outdoor Oasis, now $19.99; jcpenney.com. Right: Sydney Plunge Front Swimsuit by Boohoo, $35; boohoo.com
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