Bikini Sets, Mix-and-Match Separates or One-Pieces? What to Pack for Your Next Beach Holiday
- Lucas Benton
- 11th May 26
Airline weight limits are brutal, and your carry-on already contains three paperbacks you will not read. Swimwear is where packing wisdom lives or dies. Here is how to choose Pretty Little Thing suits that earn their space without any compromises.
Packing Your Swimwear Like a Strategist
If you love lounging by the pool, pick a classic bikini set: matching pieces look polished, dry quickly, and fold flat into any suitcase pocket.
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If you like variety, choose mix-and-match separates: PLT tops and bottoms combine freely, so three of each can create nine different looks daily.
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If you swim, surf, or chase toddlers, wear a one-piece: it stays put in waves, offers extra sun coverage, and pairs with shorts at lunch.
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If you cannot decide, pack all three: two bikini sets, a one-piece, and Pretty Little Thing separates, plus a cover-up, give you endless beach outfits.
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Best Sellers: Pretty Little Thing Swimwear for Holidays
PrettyLittleThing Black Basic Tanga Bikini Bottom
Keep your beach holiday suitcase versatile with these black tanga bikini bottoms, featuring a low-rise fit and minimal-coverage silhouette. Pair them with a matching black bikini top for a timeless set, mix with colourful separates for playful contrast, or pack them alongside a statement one-piece for alternative poolside looks. The classic black shade makes coordinating swimwear effortless, leaving more room for accessories and holiday essentials.
PrettyLittleThing Black Polka Dot Triangle Bikini Top
Give your beach wardrobe three styling possibilities with this black polka dot triangle bikini top, featuring classic cups and adjustable tie fastenings. Pair it with matching black bottoms for a coordinated swim set, mix it with cream frill bikini bottoms for playful contrast, or wear it with high-waisted shorts and an open shirt for relaxed beachside exploring. Its timeless print makes mixing and matching holiday outfits easy.
NastyGal Embroidered Contrast Stitch Crop Bikini Set
Make your beachwear work harder with this chocolate bikini set, featuring delicate floral embroidery, contrast zigzag stitching and adjustable triangle straps. Wear both pieces together for a coordinated bohemian look, pair the top with linen shorts for casual beachside exploring, or style the high-cut briefs with a different bikini top for variety. Its intricate detailing adds personality to every holiday outfit, from poolside lounging to seaside strolls.
PrettyLittleThing Black Bandeau Gold Trim Bikini Set
Pack a versatile beach holiday favourite with this black bandeau bikini set, finished with elegant gold trim and coordinating bottoms. Wear it together for a polished poolside look, pair the bandeau top with linen shorts for a chic beach club outfit, or mix the bottoms with a colourful bikini top for a fresh combination. Its timeless black finish and metallic accents make creating effortlessly glamorous holiday looks simple.
PrettyLittleThing Chocolate Bead Trim Ruched Cup Bikini Top
Inspired by jewellery-led swimwear trends, this chocolate bikini top brings decorative detail to a classic triangle shape. Gathered cups create texture, while an oversized central bead and smaller accents along the straps give it a handcrafted finish. The rich brown colour looks striking against sun-kissed skin, and the stretchy fabric offers a flexible fit. For understated styling, let the embellishments stand out against simple, neutral beachwear.
PrettyLittleThing Black U Bar Tanga Bikini Bottoms
A sculptural U-bar accent gives these black bikini bottoms a distinctive edge, breaking up the minimal tanga silhouette with a sleek metallic detail. The streamlined cut suits contemporary swimwear styling, while the stretch fabric allows comfortable movement between swimming and lounging. Keep things monochrome with a black bandeau top, introduce texture through a crochet cover-up, or add a bold printed bikini top for an unexpected mix.
