Dreams of sunkissed shores and exotic cocktails will soon turn to reality.

If you are preparing to run for the sun, nothing signals your escape from the everyday more than a suitcase full of glamourous beachwear.

Attention to detail is key, so pick a brightly coloured floral or bold geometric print swimsuit with good internal support.

They’ll look fabulous paired with a floaty kaftan with hippie hints of crochet and tassels that skim the body.

Finish with a chic beach bag for carrying your suncream and water.

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BHS, blue and pink carnival print underwired bikini top, £16, bottoms, £14

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Phase Eight, riviera print swimsuit, £55

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Freya Pier in John Lewis,  spot halter neck bikini top, £33

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Freya Pier in John Lewis, spot bikini briefs, £19.50

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Evans, black Aztec print swimsuit, £36

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M&S, secret slimming floral bandeau swimsuit, £35

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Monsoon, koko kaftan dress, £69

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Accessorize,  Hawaii print kimono, £32

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Paperchase,  pomegranate beach bag, £20

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Primark, dress, £17, bikini, £6

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Evans,  cornflour blue kaftan, £30

 

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Accessorize, tropical floral fan, £5