'The Rose Bowl' - Vogue US April 1995

The Rose Bowl - A floral explosion is happening this spring, and bathing suits—whether updated string bikinis or modern maillots—are sporting some of the brightest blooms.

Fashion Editor: Brana Wolf
Photographer: Arthur Elgort
Hair: Serge Normant
MUA: Sonia Kashuk for Aveda

Sounds of the forties: Adrienne Vittadini brings lustrous fuchsia flowers to a bathing suit reminiscent of the big band—era chic. Nylon and Lycra bathing suit, about $92. Lord & Taylor: Neiman Marcus.

Styling the Suit Issue

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A retro-inspired design gets high-tech treatment when a floral photoprint is applied to the fabric. AIM Limited bathing suit, about $86. Adding drama to the look: CoverGirl Pro-Lining Perfect Blend Eye Pencil in Basic Black.

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Even the tiniest of string bikinis gets a sexy boost from flower power. Bathing suit by Darling, about $58. Saks Fifth Avenue; Just Add Water, Dallas, Houston.

Florals are part of fashion's dogma this season, and Todd Oldham uses them brilliantly.

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On a bright shirt and short shorts made from silk charmeuse. Shirt (about $420) and shorts (about $130) by Todd Oldham. Todd Oldham Store, NYC.

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Drinking in the lazy days of summer in a flower-covered bikini. Bathing suit by Oceano by La Perla, about $175. La Perla, NYC; Boca Beach Club, Boca Raton, FL. Cardigan by Claude Montana, about $470. Georgina, Hewlett, NY; Neiman Marcus.

Fruit Cocktail

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Gianni Versace spreads strawberries and roses across a bright yellow Lycra suit. Maillot by Gianni Versace, about $100. Neiman Marcus; Gianni Versace boutiques.

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Tangello wash-and-wear floral bikini. Nylon and spandex suit, about $58. Ron Jon Surf Shop, Cocoa Beach, FL; Splash Hawaii, Honolulu.