black bikini basics

Outfit Details:
TopShop Bikini Top & Bottom ,
Forever21 Shorts (old, similar here) , and Madewell Sunglasses (old, similar here)

You're probably thinking why would I buy a bikini now when fall is right around the corner?? That is exactly why you should buy a black bikini to have a basic, go-to swimsuit to wear in a pinch during the swimsuit "off-season". You know what I mean? Starting in September until like March, swimsuits cannot be found. So if you book a last minute beach getaway or enjoy a hot tub in the mountains you are going to need a basic bikini!

The main reason I would stick to black is one, it is classic color that is not your summer flowers or neon color which will go perfect in the winter time. And two, it is an easy color to pair your winter sweaters or cardigans over if a bit chillier than you expected. Here are some of my top black bikinis choices (and I added a classic one piece option as well):