You certainly want to be dazzling when you show up on the beach this year. It is a good idea to get some tan in advance. However, keep in mind that it has to be close to your natural complexion. Being way too tanned is not hip in 2010. More importantly, you have to make sure that you will pick the best beachwear to dazzle under the sun this year. Here are the top trends for 2010. Follow these and you will certainly stand out in the crowd no matter how packed the beach is.

The swimsuit is the most important part of your beach attire, so you have to choose it wisely. There is one specific trend in 2010 – the one-piece swimsuits are back. However, you should not expect to find the classic models designed for dedicated swimmers or for ladies who do not want to show almost any bare skin. The 2010 one-piece swimsuits are totally sexy and even somewhat extravagant. You will certainly love the models that have the top and bottom piece connected by artistically designed straps. You might also want to get a one-piece swimsuit that leaves your waist and back completely bare. If you are a traditionalist, you can readily opt for a classic one-piece suit with no shoulder straps. These are extremely elegant and totally feminine.

The choice of swimsuit colors is also great. There are plenty of models with artistic color combinations. You can opt for a swimsuit with an elegant mix of yellow, turquoise and black. You can also go for a turquoise model with irregular patterns of pink and purple flowers and butterflies. Keep in mind that the regular patterns are totally out this season. The artistic decorative motifs are in. Irrespective of the popularity of the richly adorned models, the one-color swimsuits are the total hit this year. The fuchsia is extremely chic this year. The purple is also in. The classic black is back.

You cannot show on the beach just with a swimsuit on. The kaftans are back this year. You can choose from a wide range of colorful models with artistic irregular patterns. You can readily opt for a shirt and a mini skirt as well. The t-shirt dresses are totally hip for the beach in 2010. There is nothing wrong if you put just a sexy trapeze top on instead of a dress. Just remember that the color and pattern of the garment has to match that of your swimsuit.

There are two main choices of sandals for the beach this year. The platform wedged sandals are totally hip this year. You can get these in any solid color, but it is best if you opt for the natural ones such as brown and dark green. The white and the navy blue are also fine choices. The roman sandals are also totally hip for women in summer 2010. The more artistic the leather straps are the better.

Last, but not least the gold jewels are the best accessories for beachwear in 2010. The bangles of all types as well as the necklaces are totally hip. Wear your hair down and remember not to put more than mascara and some lipstick on.

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