It’s true-if you’ve noticed a certain kind of swimsuit quietly taking over the most exclusive beaches and chicest hotel pools, you’re not imagining things. The fashion crowd with rich taste has collectively decided that this is the swimsuit trend worth caring about, and it’s deceptively simple: sleek black swimsuits with clean white piping. Understated yet eye-catching, this style is quietly luxurious in a way that says old-money polish without needing to shout.
The beauty of this trend lies in its sharp, sculpting lines. The white piping frames the body in all the right places, offering subtle definition that flatters without trying too hard. Whether it’s a minimalist one-piece or a perfectly-cut bikini, the contrast detail draws the eye in and gives the suit a tailored feel, like the swimwear equivalent of a perfectly pressed blazer. It’s not just swimwear-it’s swimwear with a point of view.
What makes this look feel particularly elevated is its complete rejection of the flashy, overly trendy, or overly revealing. Instead, it taps into that elusive “quiet luxury” energy-think Amal Clooney lounging on a yacht or your favorite influencer escaping to the Amalfi Coast. The crisp black-and-white palette feels expensive. It doesn’t beg for attention, but trust us, it gets it.
And while the fashion cycle moves quickly, this is one swimsuit style that feels like a long-term investment. There’s something timeless and impossibly chic about the black base with white piping-it doesn’t date, and it doesn’t depend on logos or gimmicks. It simply is the swimsuit of the moment for people who know what’s good.
See and shop one of our favorite swimsuit trends of 2025 below.
This tankini can double as a top with jeans.
Cupshie
Square Neck Back Hook Tankini Set
Such a great price for a set.
Ancora
Lady Balconette One Piece
This could also double as a bodysuit post-pool session.
The contrast piping even accentuates your chest if you’re looking for that.
Free People
Tropic of C Infinity Bikini Top
Caroline Constas
Gillian Keyhole Bikini Top
Accessorized with gold jewelry … so chic.
Free People
Gnash Towelling Crop Bikini Top
We love the white piping on a sleek black one-piece swimsuit.
Lime Ricki Swimwear
Classic One-Piece
Lisa Marie Fernandez
One-Shoulder Cutout Swimsuit
The one-shoulder silhouette makes such a statement.
White with black piping gives the same vibe so we had to include.
Free People
It’s Now Cool the Revo Crop Bikini Top
This option is actually reversible.
Free People
It’s Now Cool the Revo String Bikini Bottoms
The halter tie top is so elegant.
Zara
Contrast Halter Swimsuit
This style will never go out of style.
Hunza G
Gina Seersucker Bikini
Hunza G makes the most comfortable swimsuits.
This whole vibe couldn’t be any more rich.
Solid & Striped
The Jordana Top
Montce Swim
Petal Bikini Top
LSpace
Hazel Ribbed Bikini Top
Staud
Jo Balconette Bikini Top
We love the ruffle detail on this white piping bikini option.
Free People
Oneone Kameron Bikini Top
Free People
Oneone Jesse Bikini Bottoms
You can’t go wrong with a simple triangle top set.
Palma Top
Acacia
Leon Piped Bikini Top
