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A woman in a Y2K-inspired bikini smiles at the beach.

These 10 Y2K-Inspired Swimwear Trends Are, Like, So Hot

Pack a tripod in your beach bag because these suits are ‘gram-worthy.

by Bella Gerard
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Right now, fashion is rife with references to Y2K nostalgia so a trip down memory lane is key to keeping your swimwear style in season. From tankinis to the return of the low-rise bottom, these 10 Y2K-inspired swimwear trends will have your fellow beach-goers cooing "that's hot.”

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Smocked Tops

Before crop tops, we wore smocked tops. Shirred ruching was the texture of choice back in Y2K, and a bikini like the Xhilaration Smocked Ruffle Bandeau Bikini Top ($23) and Cheeky Hipster Bikini Bottom ($18) would've been all the rage.

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