Something Special from Salinas

When it comes to seductive swimwear that captures the essence and soul of Brazilian sensuality, no one does it better than Salinas.

Ever since Tyra Banks graced the cover of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue in a stunning Salinas swimsuit, the swimsuit brand has developed a strong and loyal following of Hollywood celebrities and swimwear aficionados who swear by Salina swimwear.

Salinas Swimwear has become a leader in the swimwear industry and is known for setting bikini trends and using only the highest quality lycra. In the Salinas Spring/Summer collection for 2009, we were impressed with the variety of exotic prints, the use of light, easy colors, shapes and sheer fabrics that took us straight to the carefree beaches of Brazil.

We can’t wait to see this unforgettable sea shell-inspired pearl String bikini with sheer cover-up — straight from the runway of the Brazilian Fashion Week in Rio de Janiero (see video here) — on the beaches of Miami.

Meantime, Salinas’ 2008 swimwear is easily “what’s hot right now” in cruise wear. Floral prints paired with stripes, loveable striped terry cloth bikinis, retro polka dots and mod 60′s inspired prints are hip right now.

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The Rosa Cha Bikini Romper

It doesn’t matter if you’re a one-piece woman or a brazen, two-piece girl — you’re bound to find something special with Rosa Cha’s swimwear collection for 2009.

Designer Amir Slama unveiled his chic line of super-sexy, high fashion Brazilian swimwear at the New York Fashion Week for Spring 2009 in New York City.

The Rosa Cha collection features soft hues of salmon, creamy buttercup, chocolate and emerald white accented with an assortment of wooden clasps, funky leather belts and tons of crystal beads.

And Slama stayed true to form, presenting a range of daring-yet-traditional swimwear pieces with unconventional, haute couture embellishments.

You can also look forward to seeing beautiful, printed sheer cover-ups in romper and jumpsuit styles. All of Slama’s 2009 designs are stunners, but of course, there was one swimsuit that was an absolute showstopper.

We think this striking aquamarine crystal mesh Triangle bikini, worn under a hip, delicate-looking lace romper and accented with Swarovski encrusted beads along the v-neck, is a “must-have” for any vacation swimwear wardrobe.

But the bikini-romper is so stylish, you can get double-mileage with this sleek look at the beach or at a poolside soiree in South Beach.

Luli Fama and Red Carter also have some sexy, glam suits as well.

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