Resort wear

Don't be concerned about what to take on your spring or summer resort vacation this year. European and American designers have it all mapped out for you. Spruce up your resort wardrobe with a snazzy minidress with a dazzling Pucci pattern such as the one designed by Milly. Or perhaps you want to enhance your swimwear with a sizzling number from Rosa Cha's titillating collection. In the spring and summer shows, sheer fabrics were shown in billowing coverups as well as dresses and blouses. Crocheted pieces were popular, and fine linens and silks continued to be favored. The colors were vibrant, from neon greens to a variety of blues and gold. Whether your style preference tends to be more conservative and subdued, or more exciting and eclectic, top designers offer something to suit your persona while adding pep and color to your resort wear.

Left: Lacoste designs a striking resort ensemble in neon green halter top and shorts, accessorized with matching cap, knee pads and footwear.

Right: Rosa Cha delivers a sizzling crocheted multicolored one-piece halter swimsuit,

Center: Brighten up resort nightlife with eye-catching gold shoulderless cocktail dress with shirred overlay accented with rosettes, worn with long-sleeved, crocheted shrug piped in gold. By Alviero Martini. Accessorized with gold handbag and shoes.

Above: Green and black abstract pattern on white shoulderless empire waist tunic is worn over cuffed capris. By Diane Von Furstenberg.

Center: Tibi designs chic yet comfortable ensemble that will set the standard for your resort experience. Sheer silk white empire top with red pattern has draw-string closure at neckline, full bodice and billowing sleeves. Worn over white dropped-waist short-shorts. Accessorized with silver medallion on red velvet ribbon.

Above: Refreshingly chic string halter maillot with deep V neckline is fashioned from white fabric accented with turquoise and tangerine dots. By Lacoste.

Left: Upgrade your pool and beach attire with Angelo Marani's stunning silver print ensemble with bikini bottoms and long sheer beach duster that is trimmed in lace.

Above: Short-short metallic stripe-on-white bubble bottom jumpsuit by Rebecca Taylor is accessorized with a gold, buckled tan belt and gold sandals.

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