7 Celebrity Swimwear Collections That Are Better than You Expected ...

1. Beyonce for H&M…

This might be my favorite celebrity swimwear collection ever. Yep, really. Queen B did more than just look great in those catchy TV ads, she also collaborated with H&M designers to create some amazing bikinis. There’s a strong island feeling throughout the collection, with plenty of fringe detail, triangle tops, tropical prints and exotic colors, and there are some eye-catching racy designs, too. Bold and beautiful. Get it before it sells out!

2. Jessica Simpson…

Jess certainly knows her swimwear – that iconic swimsuit from Dukes of Hazzard never fails to make the top 10 lists! So it’s no real surprise that she’s extended her clothing range to include some great swimwear options. There’s bikinis and swimsuits in loads of great colors, and some amazing prints. My favorites are definitely the pastel contrast bikinis, and the stunning blue beach cover-up that Jess rocked during the launch!

3. The Kardashians…

If you’ve been working on your beach body all year, it’s no surprise that you want to show it off. The Kardashian sisters have been busy designing collections for both Sears and Beach Bunny, and both feature very eye-catching bikinis, swimming costumes and cut-out one-pieces. Think glitter, string, metal contrasts, leather and strapping – you simply can’t be missed in one of these designs!

4. Gretchen Rossi…

If you don’t watch The Real Housewives of Orange County, you are probably wondering who on earth this is! Gretchen is definitely one of the most stylish housewives, and she’s teamed up with Luxe by Lisa Vogel to create her own swimwear line. Think Britney Spears’ crystal bodysuit, and you’ve got the theme for this collection – glittery, revealing and sexy, with plenty of nude pieces too. Check it out at swimspot.com.

5. Sofia Vergara…

Steal some beach confidence by opting for a bold swimsuit designed by Colombian Sofia. Her collection for Kmart is just as you’d expect, with plenty of bright colors, fringe detailing and cut-out pieces. There is something here for every figure and style, and you are sure to feel amazing in it!

6. Kimberley Garner…

Okay, you might not know who Kimberley is – she used to appear on a UK reality TV show called Made In Chelsea, which hopefully didn’t make it over the Atlantic. Regardless, her debut swimwear collection is actually rather good. The Kimberley London collection features Summer-y colors such as neons and pastels, and a range of bikinis and cut-out swimsuits. The fabrics are surprisingly good quality, and I love the gold charms sewn into the pieces; they're unique and gorgeous.

7. Myleene Klass…

Another UK reality TV star-turned-designer, Myleene has been designing clothing for Littlewoods for a few seasons now, and she’s finally mastered swimwear. Her celebrity swimwear collection features classic bikinis in flattering shapes and plenty of colors, and she’s added fresh details like ruffles and sparkles without going over the top. My favorite piece? The neon orange bikini. Take a white cover-up and a big hat and it’s all you’ll need to look great on the beach.

Have you tried any of these celebrity swimwear collections? Would you recommend anyone else’s? It’s been great fun trying out a few new designs and influences this season, and I’d definitely recommend some of the collections – I’m buying Sofia Vergara swimsuits as presents for friends, they are that good!