If you’re jetting off somewhere nice and warm over Christmas then a cut-out swimsuit is the way to go. These catwalk beauties show us how to pull off the cut-out style and prove that accessories such as bags and shades make the style rock.

I have been hunting around the net for some similar styles to buy on line and I have found some great ideas, the first is a Melissa Odabash Jessica bandeau swimsuit from Net-a-porter, it will set you back £135 but is stunning especially with the stud detail and backless design. The second is from Figleaves and I think you will agree is almost identical (if not the same item) as the far left swimsuit in the Clothes Show Pictures. It costs £70 and is available on the website. The last swimsuit is also from Figleaves and is my personal favourite - £93 and its yours!

I know it’s a bit too early to start talking about bikinis, but like I always say a girl can never be too prepared! You never know you might be whisked off to an exotic Caribbean Island for a new year’s beach party! Ok realistically you probably won’t but you can still keep it in your drawer ready for that summer break we all look forward to in roughly 7 months!

This sexy bandeau bikini is absolutely gorgeous! The floral stencilled frill is what really grabbed my attention; it is just so pretty and feminine! I’ve always loved bandeau bikinis, however be careful if you have a large bust as they don’t give you much support.

The bikini is by Anna & Boy and thanks to Browns fashion can be purchased online for £100!

Going on your holidays? Looking for a bikini that will stand out from the rest? With its subtle gold shimmer and a nice bronze tan you’re going to look lush. I’m always trying to find a bikini that will not only look nice but one that I can wear with a sarong and flip flops or even under a summer dress, and today I’ve found it. The top and bottoms are sold separately so you can even mix and match if you prefer.

Available from Dorothy Perkins from sizes 6 to 22 and at £8 for the top and £8 for the bottoms it really is a good buy. I always find that whenever I’m out doing a bit of retail therapy I never really know what I’m looking to buy but today I will, this little number is a must have for my holiday essentials, along with my gold flip flops I really will be shimmering in the sunshine.

This year the cutaway swimsuit has been a big hit, it’s just a shame the weather in England hasn’t allowed us to show them off! Here are three of my favourite high street designs, all great colours for the warmer weather and certain to get you noticed. The cut out detail helps give a really flattering shape and slims down your tum in an instant.

The first swimsuit is from La Senza, it costs £25 and is great if you like white swimwear to show off your tan. The next is from TOPSHOP and costs £26. I absolutely adore this colour – it’s so summery and bright and will compliment olive skin tones. The last swimsuit is £29.50 from Marks & Spencer, the garment is made from brown and green floral material and the halter neck will help hold in bustier ladies!

Is it me or did summer seem to come in May and then disappear again? I feel it’s rather unfair that my poor bikini’s have only seen the sun for a couple of days this year, I am praying for some more sunbathing weather over the next few months.

If you haven’t already bought a bikini this year there’s lots of choice around at the moment, I have just found this abstract print bikini at River Island while I was searching for an ascot dress!

It costs £24.99 and is so colourful it almost looks like Joseph’s dream coat! It is designed beautifully and is on the top of my wish list this summer.

Summer is quickly approaching so we need to do some serious bikini shopping. I am never sure which style to go for so here are some celebrity swim suits to help us get an idea of what’s hot this season.

My personal favourite is Kristin Cavallari’s bikini, it is a simple design but the colour accentuates her olive skin. Jessica Biel’s is very similar but doesn’t compliment her skin tone quite as much.

There are some great buys at ASOS.com – a large selection and all are very reasonably priced.

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Next has some absolutely beautiful clothes ready for the summer, I can just imagine strolling across the beach in the sunshine in the wide legged jeans, bikini top, gold straw hat and dainty flat sandals. This outfit screams style and is definitely going to get you some holiday male attention!

All three of these outfits put together by Next are fabulous, I really love the Khaki Paisley Print Green Dress, especially with the white top underneath – it brightens up the whole ensemble. All items are very reasonable prices as well, the wide legged jeans £40, the white bikini top £17 and the Khaki dress £37. Check out the Next Website for all the prices and more summer styles.

If you are heading off somewhere sunny anytime soon then you’ll need to prepare for some serious bikini shopping. Every girl knows that finding the right bikini is very important – you have to be completely comfortable wearing it, ensure the colour goes with you skin tone and of course make sure your bikini line is covered!

I have been over to Marks & Spencer a few times in the last week and this little ensemble keeps catching my eye. It is brown with a snakeskin trim and will look very classy as you strut along the beach. Unfortunately the top isn’t as well suited to us girlies who have larger assets, I felt a little unsupported without an under-wire!

The bikini costs £30 and they have some great kaftans to wear over the top. I also spotted these cute little animal print sandals that would go really well with the outfit. Check out the M&S Website for the full swimwear range, there really is something for everyone.