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Does such a Unicorn exist? Beachwear.

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alldressedupinblue · 30/04/2025 11:00

I used to have a 3 piece beachwear “set”, which I’m sure would now be listed as co-ords. It was a printed swimsuit, over shirt and shorts, all in the same print. I loved it.

I can find many shorts and matching print shirts, but none with a swimsuit in the same print. Obviously this means two different fabrics, so maybe that’s why no one does it anymore?

i don’t want shorts-shape bikini bottoms.

Please - does such a 3 piece exist in 2025? Flowers

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Scousemousey · 30/04/2025 11:09

Can't say I've seen a set like this, and I'd probably buy it.
I have seen swimsuits with matching sarongs, though.
I tend to buy single colour swimmies, then add pattern with an oversized thin cotton shirt instead of a sarong, thereby covering my shoulders which tend to burn.

alldressedupinblue · 30/04/2025 11:18

I know, right? Your solution is great, I’m pining for a matchy matchy.

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BruisedNeckMeat · 30/04/2025 11:34

I’m on a mission to find this now as I want some too!

The closest I’ve found is Fat Face who do a swimsuit, flippy shorts and kimono all in the same black leaf fabric. I’m going to look at the other prints to see if there’s anything a bit brighter.

alldressedupinblue · 30/04/2025 12:32

My people are here!

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mewkins · 30/04/2025 12:41

I would try surf brands as they usually do beach dresses/ shorts in the same pattern as swim wear.

BernardButlersBra · 30/04/2025 12:44

alldressedupinblue · 30/04/2025 12:32

My people are here!

Reporting for duty! I want this set up but haven't seen it in the shops

ShinyAppleDreamingOfTheSea · 30/04/2025 14:47

It’s worth looking at Next as they tend to use their prints over quite a few clothing items - but you may have to spend a while trawling through the website as I couldn’t see a quick way to do it.

alldressedupinblue · 30/04/2025 14:55

These answers are all great. Unicorn-hunting is fun.

I found this https://www.boden.com/products/towelling-vest-pink-rose-botanic-blush and I think it may have matching swimwear. Not ideal colour for me - I’m a Celtic blonde and this pink is the colour I go in the sun …..

Towelling Vest-Pink Rose, Botanic Blush

A true rule-breaker, our soft towelling vest matches with towelling shorts to create the perfect beach coverup.

https://www.boden.com/products/towelling-vest-pink-rose-botanic-blush

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Thinkle · 30/04/2025 16:48

Ooh, I can help. M&S have at least one set as I own the shorts and shirt and have seen the swimsuit and bikini.
I wore it yesterday in the sunshine 😎
www.marksandspencer.com/pure-cotton-printed-collared-beach-shirt/p/clp60729996?intid=mobile_app_pdp_share

alldressedupinblue · 30/04/2025 18:41

You know@Thinkle, M and S are their own worst enemy. Without your insider knowledge, how would we ever know all of that matches?!

thanks for sharing

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Cyclingmummy1 · 30/04/2025 18:54

I swear that back in the day Marks used to display this sort of thing as a set. What an idea!

alldressedupinblue · 01/05/2025 08:57

Morning! Once M and S is up again, I think I’ll order a couple of sets and show you.

Trots away happily ….. Smile

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TheFairyCaravan · 01/05/2025 10:07

Matalan do things like this. For example this swimsuit then scroll down and it will show you what else is available in the same print. They usually have a lot of different things in store.

alldressedupinblue · 01/05/2025 10:12

Thank you to everyone who has helped Biscuit

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Cantonet · 01/05/2025 11:32

Have you looked at Primark?
Online & in-store?
They do several matching sets & are surprisingly lovely to wear. Last year they did beautiful cotton & linen kaftans.

S0j0urn4r · 01/05/2025 13:45

M&S?

Does such a Unicorn exist? Beachwear.
Does such a Unicorn exist? Beachwear.
alldressedupinblue · 01/05/2025 18:06

I think you’ve all found something at all price points here. For me, I particularly want matching “fabric” shorts, and a lot of these have trousers, but I think they are also perfectly lovely.

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YYURYYUCICYYUR4ME · 01/05/2025 19:30

Try Cupshe online

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