11/12/09

South Africa breaks world record for Largest Bikini Parade

Hundreds of women in bikinis walked on the streets of Johannesburg to break the world record for the largest bikini parade and also raise awareness for breast cancer awareness. The previous Guinness World Record for the largest bikini parade was 281 women in bikinis (in Las Vegas), but South Africa managed to attract 287.

11/10/09

Sexy Latina Bikini.com All Star Gianina Santos

Coquettish brunette Gianina from the beautiful country of Colombia says that Latin girls are the hottest. See if you agree -- we gotta admit, she just might be right.

10/27/09

Video - Bikini.com: Episode 1

A long time ago on a beach far, far away...Bikini.com was born. See what it's all about and check out what you can look forward to in the months to come!

10/23/09

Video -- Bikini.com Supermodel Donna DeCianni

She combines the wide-eyed innocence of Audrey Hepburn and the lush-lipped earthiness of Sophia Loren. She's sexy, yet wholesome. Beautiful, yet approachable. She's actress and Bikini.com Supermodel Donna Decianni. Check out her Bikini.com video. . .

10/22/09

Hula Hoop Competition

Who is better at hula hooping? First Lady Michelle Obama or our new Bikini.com All Star Mia Foley?

10/16/09

Bikini.com All Star Brandi Alexis needs your vote

Congratulations to Bikini.com All Star Brandi Alexis for being a finalist in the Maxim Hometown Hottie issue! Brandi is featured in the November issue of Maxim and may we say, she looks awesome. Since Brandi is one of the finalists in the competition, we'd like to encourage our Bikini.com fans to vote for Brandi, as we'd love nothing better than to see one of Bikini.com's favorite models win the Maxim's Hometown Hottie crown. Click here to vote!

10/07/09

Video - Slow and Sexy Diana

Horse lover, former Miss FHM and Bikini.com All-Star Diana Chiafair loves little bikinis. Watch her show some of her favorites off in this music video shot on the sandy beach near her home.

9/29/09

Video - Bikini.com Supermodel Sofia Lopez

Born by the sands of a beautiful Venezuelan beach, super-sexy Sofia Lopez was spotted by a Vogue photographer and asked to shoot test photos. Bikini.com then discovered her at a modeling pageant and we fell in love. Though Sofia has a gentle demeanor, this Rockin' Caracan is definitely caliente. She's the South American sweetheart that'll make you say Ole!

09/23/09

Legendary swimsuit model Kathy Ireland at Dancing with the Stars

There are lots of perks when working at Bikini.com, but one is that you get to meet legendary Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover model Kathy Ireland on the set of Dancing with the Stars last night. Here's Bikini.com Associate Producer Alex Montilla standing between Kathy and her dance partner Tony Dovolani. Thanks Alex -- always scouting for new talent for us.

09/22/09

Bikini.com Showoffs: Are they showing off their bikinis...or themselves?

Bikini.com is proud to announce our first video iPhone app -- Bikini.com TV: Bikini Showoffs! We scoured the world and got our sexy and popular Bikini.com models to show off their fashionable bikinis – and fabulous bodies – just for you. Designer bikinis, string bikinis, custom-made bikinis, glittery bikinis -- you’ll see them all in these sizzling videos. Which bikinis do the models like? Which ones do you like? Whether you’re looking at the stylish swimsuits or your favorite models, you’ll definitely want to “show off” this app to your friends.

Sizzling videos give you an intimate view of these absolutely gorgeous Bikini.com knockouts as they show off their bikinis on the beach, by the pool and under the studio lights. This is a premium quality video production shot so close up, you can practically feel the fabric of the bikini as each beauty explains it to you in detail. At Bikini.com, it’s all about the bikini – each one is unique and makes the girl feel a certain way, amazingly just with a few inches of fabric. Whether you like the bikini – or what’s in the bikini -- this new video iPhone app is for you.
Download the app here.

09/10/09

World Champion Surfer Kelly Slater concludes Principal Photography for IMAX 3D movie, Ultimate Wave Tahiti

Bikini.com has been a fan of nine-time world champion surfer Kelly Slater forever. He’s not just an amazing surfer, but also a great musician and a really cool guy. (And, say the girls in our office, he’s cute too.) So we’re stoked to announce that Kelly, and his big wave companion, Raimana Van Bastolaer, have completed principal photography for Ultimate Wave Tahiti, the first 3D IMAX and giant screen theater film to use extreme surfing to focus on the science of waves, according to its executive producer, K2 Communications, Inc. The film, scheduled for worldwide release next February, was primarily shot in the big wave environment in Tahiti known to watermen around the world as Teahupoo.

Teuhupoo has challenged surfers for years. The surfer committed to riding this type of wave is greeted with an upwelling of choppy water and the sting of sand vacuumed from the sea floor and fired from the wave. The noise is at times deafening, and the released energy sufficient to rocket the escaping surfer up and out of the wave trough, sometimes to heights of over 20 feet. Both Slater and Van Bastolaer bring this experience to film.

While cool to watch, Ultimate Wave Tahiti will serve as an educational resource for those with an interest in the ocean and its dynamics. The film benefits from the significant involvement of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and other experts, including the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. We are sure Ultimate Wave Tahiti will provide Bikini.com fans with a combination of thrills and intense beauty never before seen on the giant screen.

09/08/09

Bikini.com All Star Mia Foley

Meet Bikini.com All Star Mia Foley, the bubbly blonde bombshell who loves yoga and having fun on the beach.

09/01/09

New on your iPhone -- the hottest Bikini.com models tell you everything you ever wanted to hear.

It’s your dream come true: the most beautiful girls in the world, stroking your ego with the flattering lines you’re dying to hear! These Bikini.com models couldn’t be there to tell you in person, but the new Bikini.com Ego Stroker iPhone app is the next best thing. Enjoy these gems by yourself, or show off and share the fun and flattery with your friends (you know they’ll be jealous!) What guy out there can’t do without a little ego-stroking, confidence-boosting rub? And hey, you know everything they’re telling you is true. Sometimes a guy just needs to be reminded of how desirable & attractive he is by hearing a girl tell him: “You are so cute!”...“You look hot today!”...“You drive me wild!” Or maybe you’re just a guy who wants to hear your girlfriend say: “You were right, and I was wrong”...“Let’s just go out for a beer instead of some fancy restaurant”...“Let's watch football all weekend long!"

Guess what? With the fun new Bikini.com Ego Stroker iPhone app, you can. You’ve already SEEN our beautiful Bikini.com models... now you can HEAR them, stroking your ego and showering you with flirtatious compliments! Choose from different models, each with her own unique voice and style. They’re soothing, sexy, playful and very, very hot. The Bikini.com Ego Stroker -- irresistible, just like our models. Download it here!

08/26/09

Armchair surfing in your living room (well sorta.)

So you're looking for a cool chair to trick out your pad, but you don't want the typical stuff you find in the suburban furniture store. Well we just found out about Karl Halamicek, owner of Karl's Good Wood in Ventura, California. The process of his creation is quite unique -- using an assortment of wood and recycled surfboards, he creates custom, one-of-a-kind indoor and outdoor surfboard furniture. Most of Karl's surfboard furniture consists of chairs and benches, but he also makes tables, headboards, and other surf related décor. All of Karl's surfboard chairs are made with surfboards that are no longer rideable, so if your board is buckled or busted in two, he can turn it into a functional and very unique piece. (Karl believes it's our responsibility to reuse boards any way we can.)

Karl's most recent designs consist of a surfboard chair with two built-in 2 gallon fish tanks and a chair built from reclaimed eucalyptus. All of Karl's furniture is built in a cozy 200 square foot work space, just 200 yards from the beach. (Says Karl, "Having worked in this space for over a year, I've come to realize that you don't need a lot of space to make some pretty beachin' stuff.") The surfboard chairs start at $200. You can visit Karls Good Wood to see more examples of where surfboards come to rest.

08/19/09

Britney Spears in a bikini on David Letterman

The bikini-clad pop princess presents the "Top Ten Ways The Country Would Be Different If Britney Spears Were President."

08/17/09

Swimsuit hotties on the dance floor

We know that swimsuit models can pose -- but can they dance? We're looking forward to finding out. TV's popular show "Dancing with the Stars" just announced this season's lineup, and we were stoked to find out that not just one but two top swimsuit models will be dancing their bikinis off this season.

First up: swimsuit supermodel and friend of the Bikini.com family Joanna Krupa, voted by Maxim as the Sexiest Swimsuit Model in the World. Joanna stopped by our Bikini.com studio fairly recently, but kept her secret well hidden in behind her extremely luscious Polish lips. Second on the dance card: Kathy Ireland, model, actress, marketing genius and star of 13 consecutive years of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Kathy was on the cover three times, including on the 25th Anniversary Issue, which became the top selling swimsuit issue to date.

Will there be a Battle of the Bikini Ballroom dancers? Can they meringue in their maillots, shimmy in their strings and tango in their t-backs? We can't wait to find out. In the meantime, Bikini.com sends our best wishes to both ladies and especially to Joanna (we'll be calling in for you.)

08/13/09

Video - Bikini.com All Star Doris Morgado

Venezuelan Bikini.com All Star Doris Morgado shows us why Latin women make great girlfriends. (Having a caliente figure like hers is a great start.)

08/10/09

Surfboards in the Sand in Surf City USA

On Saturday, September 19, surfing's elite will be gathering next to the famous Huntington Beach Pier in Huntington Beach California, for a special event to celebrate surfing culture and promote awareness for sustaining the coastal environment. Thousands of surfers will stand together with their surfboards to pose for a photo to be published worldwide in Transworld Surf magazine. A portion of the event proceeds will be contributed to two great organizations, the Surfrider Foundation and Orange County Coastkeeper, in support of their service to the ocean and beaches of Southern California. "Every surfer and anyone who loves the ocean should join us in Huntington Beach on September 19th at noon to be part of history and to benefit the environment," says Peter "P.T." Townend, pro surfing's first world champion and official spokesperson for the event. "Surfboards in the Sand highlights Huntington Beach's commitment to the surfing culture and coastal environment that make Surf City USA unique in the world." If you'll be in Southern California it's a historic opportunity not to be missed.

08/07/09

2nd Bikini.com iPhone app released - Hunkalicious!

For all the female Bikini.com fans out there -- you've been swamping us with e-mails that say, "Bring on the boys!" Well, we're equal opportunity, and we've heard the call.

Bikini.com is proud to announce the launch of Bikini.com Hunkalicious -- our second iPhone app. We scoured the beaches from coast to coast and found the hottest, most hunkalicious guys on the beach. This is an exclusive, all-access guide to the suntanned surfer guys of Bikini.com, who have already melted hearts (including some of the ladies in our Bikini.com studio). This app features profiles of each of the guys, accompanied by sizzling pix of them at work and at play. These guys live the lifestyle every day, and you can read about their favorite beaches, their worst surfing wipeouts, their methods of staying fit and what they look for, in life and in love. Of course we also have tons of photos (many never before seen) that you can scroll through and save as your iPhone wallpaper. Girlfriends, it's always summertime at Bikini.com, so kick off your shoes, have your own day at the beach and check out Bikini.com's Hunkalicious right here.

08/06/09

National Lifeguard Championships

You know Bikini.com loves the beach -- but what would the beach be without our beloved lifeguards? Male or female, they're always great looking -- and anyone who can save a life is extra sexy in our book too. This weekend, the 2009 United States Lifeguard Association National Lifeguard Championships will be taking place on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Florida (just a quick ride in the convertible from our Miami Beach headquarters.) Lifeguards from all over the U.S. will be competing in several different athletic events to prove their prowess, including surf, board and rescue races. The "Baywatch" team from Los Angeles has won every year since 1987, but word is that the Jersey Shore team from Monmouth County, NJ is a serious contender this year. If you're in the area, check it out -- excitement, drama and eyecandy will surely abound.

07/31/09

HOT NEWS!!!! Bikini.com launches first iPhone app!

Grab your surfboard and your iPhone™, and let the party begin! With the new “Bikini.com Supermodel Party” iPhone application, you can now keep your summer beach fun going all year round by viewing premium quality wallpapers, videos and other entertainment featuring your favorite Bikini.com models on your iPhone and iTouch. For a one time price of 99 cents in the U.S. market, you'll get all updates free of charge.

“Bikini.com Supermodel Party” is produced by mobile entertainment experts Stardust Entertainment based in Miami Beach, Florida in association with mobile entertainment agency Azomob with offices in Minneapolis and Los Angeles. “Beautiful girls and the beach are as American as apple pie. Who better than the experts at Bikini.com, the World’s Biggest Beach Party, to bring the most beautiful bikini models on the planet to iPhones around the world?”, says Bikini.com's Big Kahuna, Howie Sonnenschein. “This sexy and fun Bikini.com iPhone app is totally irresistible, just like our models.” Adds Brian Hong, President of Azomob, “Users will enjoy one of the richest and best wallpaper app experiences available at the iTunes App store. The Bikini.com Supermodel Party taps into one of the most popular topics at the app store – bikini watching. The desire to look at beautiful Bikini.com models can now be satisfied anytime and anywhere, especially with this new app created to serve iPhone fans who can’t get enough high quality images of their favorite models.”

Bikini.com will be releasing several more very cool iPhone apps over the next few months, so for iPhone lovers, it will be a bikinirific year for sure. Hey, is that an iPhone in your pocket? Click here to get your Bikini.com Supermodel Party app!

07/30/09

Aussie style hits the swimwear runways with White Sands Australia

At the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim runway shows, White Sands Australia featured sweet frilly bandeau bikinis and itsy-bitsy Brazilian and beautifully shaped maillots in heavenly gelato colors. For more sophisticated types, black one pieces cut a striking figure with deep plunging necklines and flawlessly structured shapes.

07/29/09

Ed Hardy Swimwear rocks the runway in Miami

And now…more hot-off-the-press reports from the mecca of the swimwear world, the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim runway shows in Miami Beach, which give industry insiders a sneak peek at the swimwear you’ll be seeing on the beach next year. Returning for another successful year, Ed Hardy Swimwear kept its edgy California-inspired look fashion forward with an eclectic mix of designs, colors and fabrics inspired by tattoo artist Don Ed Hardy.

The 2010 Ed Hardy swimwear collection produced by Los Angeles-based Sea and Sun, offers “mix and match” separates, Lurex fabrics, strategically placed tigers and unique embellishments including custom hardware. Fawn Arthur, creative director for Sea and Sun, brought the collection in a fresh different direction for 2010, with details including screen-printing, textures, foils and graffiti. The Ed Hardy swimwear show is always the hottest ticket in town, and for good reason (even D.J. Irie spins the tunes.) It's perfect to channel that rock and roller in you.

07/28/09

Space age swimsuits a controversy at World Swimming Championships

The new high-tech swimsuits at the FINA World Swimming Championships in Rome are now the subject of controversy, and not just because of Ricky Berens' swimsuit malfunction that left his behind exposed. There was an avalanche of world records set over the last 18 months, since the introduction of fast and slick new polyurethane swimsuits that are evocative of science fiction movies. Some say that progress in technology shouldn't be held back -- but others are pushing to ban the costly suits, saying they creating "air trapping" effects that artificially enhance speed, wreaking unfair devastation on record books.

Germany's Paul Biedermann wore a high-tech polyurethane suit when he broke Ian Thorpe's world record in the 400-meter freestyle -- but Grant Hackett, the world-record holder in the 800 and 1500 free, told The Australian newspaper, "I hate saying this because I sound like a bad sport, but that world record would not have gone without that suit." John Naber, a five-time Olympic swimming medalist, commented to the L.A. Times, "Johnny Weismuller wore cotton and we got rid of those and moved on to something else...Some pole vaulters were better on bamboo than on spring steel and some better on spring steel than graphite composite. Every time the rules changed somebody benefited and therefore, somebody else suffered."

Swimming's governing body, FINA, passed a rule last week that bans the swimsuits, which ban will go into effect after the world championships (the biggest meet outside the Olympics.) Some say that as a result of the ban, these new records may not be broken for a very long time -- years, perhaps decades. Here at Bikini.com, we love when there's so much controversy over swimsuits!

07/27/09

Video - Bikini.com All Star Jan Tinkley

Beautiful redhead Bikini.com All Star Jan Tinkley stands tall at 5' 10 1/2". Check out her luscious locks, vivacious personality and her passion for dancing.

07/24/09

Poko Pano shows off Brazilian swimwear style on the Miami catwalk

Poko Pano’s Summer 2010 swimwear collection brought attention to the plight of the world’s delicate ecosystem, with Amazon-inspired themes such as the caffeinated guarana plant, spicy peppers and native Indians among others.

The collection’s colorful polka dots and stripes symbolized the diversity of the rainforest and the Brazilian people. Tropical colors as well as neutrals like black, white and beige were incorporated to translate the regions’ richness on plant and flower motifs as well as modern graphics. Leather, metallics and printed acrylics added even greater depth. Jessica Simpson, Janet Jackson and Beyonce are fans of designer Paola Robba's designs, and the suits have been featured in Shape, Elle, Vogue, InStyle and even the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

07/23/09

Miami Fashion Week Swim -- Luli Fama swimwear collection for 2010

Always one of our favorite collections at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim runway shows, Luli Fama designers (and brother and sister team) Luli and Augusto Hanimian broke out the confetti and Latin beads with a 2010 swimwear collection inspired by Bikini.com’s very own backyard, Miami.

Sexy glamour was mixed to a Latin beat, featuring vibrant tones of Miami-esque ocean blues and purples and the glimmering gold of the stars. Live conga drums added to the festive tropical party atmosphere. Many top beauties including Gisele Bundchen, Bar Rafaeli and Anna Kournikova have been photographed wearing Luli Fama swimwear. Somehow Luli Fama cuts a bikini bottom like no one else (and at Bikini.com, we know about these things.)

07/22/09

Vitamin A swimsuit designs perfect for today's new "It Girls".

California’s Amahlia Stevens, the designer for stylish swimwear brand Vitamin A, has always been known as a leader in the design of sleek black bikinis -- “little black dresses” of swimwear. The 2010 collection which debuted at Miami's Raleigh Hotel fashion shows featured incredibly sexy but wearable cuts, innovative construction and flattering ruching and gathering details, recalling the heyday of Hollywood Glam.

The fabrics were accentuated with innovative styling details, such as luxury braided straps, exotic beads, crochet coverups and matte metallic hardware. The Collection was inspired by travels from the beaches of Bahia, Brazil, to the islands in the South of Norway as well as 1960's style icons such as Marisa Berenson and Lauren Hutton. Always modern and sexy, Vitamin A swimsuits are a perennial favorite of many international “it” girls and fashion editors (Bikini.com’s included).

07/21/09

Another field report from the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim shows at the Raleigh Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida:

The 2010 collection from Cia.Marítima featured colorful prints, draping and trim. Beautiful Grecian sea shades from blue to green inspired the color palette which featured vivid turquoise, emerald and royal blue while also incorporating neutral shades such as coral, brown, white and black. Designer Benny Rosset also channeled Versace's decorative Greek embellishments and Vionnet draping.

07/20/09

A bikini good enough to eat

Celebs including Madonna, Shakira, Janet Jackson, David Beckham, Eva Longoria, Kim Kardashian, Jessica Alba, Christina Milian and Hillary Swank are all fans of Ed Hardy designs. To promote the Ed Hardy designer swimwear line created by French designer Christian Audigier, the good people at Ed Hardy Swimwear put together an “only in Miami” fashion fantasy event – the world’s first edible bikini.

Done in association with Sushi Samba (one of the hot spots on Miami Beach’s trendy Lincoln Road) on Saturday, a savory, two-piece edible replica of Ed Hardy’s 2010 “Trellis” suit was unveiled on a basking beauty soaking up the sun. Inspired by the urban streets and influenced by Japan, Brazil and Peru, sweet tropical hues of yellow and pinks were represented by beets, reds with strawberries, dark hues by blueberries and greens by banana leaf accents.

We thought we had seen it all, but this edible bikini was a first for Bikini.com. We are just curious if the grapes turned into wine when the model sat down.

07/19/09

More swimwear trends from the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim shows:

ANK by Mirla Sabino ventured deep into the jungle of the Caribbean Islands for Summer 2010. The collection featured modern prints with color-blocked versions of coral, fuchsia, burgundy, sea blue and green. Updated touches were suspender trims, multicolored stones and gold and silver-plated hardware that stays cool to the touch. Ethnic tradition was further explored in braided belts and scalloped edges which mimic undulating waves of the sea.

True Religion has always been a fashion leader in eccentric, vintage ‘70s style. True Religion's Swimwear’ collection for 2010 collection offered a creative spin to their traditional boho-chic flavor. The 80-piece, “mix-and-match” separates were created with tone on tone colors, vintage inspired tie-dye prints, textured fabrics like faux snakeskin, plaid and camouflage. We especially loved the “Daisy-Mae” country girl looks which are perfect for lounging in a haystack by your pool (doesn't everyone have one?)

Red Carter’s addiction to surprising and delighting his audience was intact and in full force this season. The theme of his collection this season was a little bit animal, a little bit Rock and Roll and a whole lot of Space-age glamour. Red is always an innovator in the swimwear world, and this collection was no exception.

07/17/09

Day 2 at the swimwear fashion shows

More hot-off-the-press reports on the 2010 swimwear collections, straight from the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim in Miami:

The island of Bali was the inspiration for the Tibi Resort 09/10 swimwear collection. Infused with batik and ikat prints, the sexy swimsuits and stunning coverups have been updated with a vibrant modern-day color palette of fuschia, purple, aqua, and green. Tibi designer and founder, Amy Smilovic, hand designs a range of prints and styles to match her personal taste. Scarlett Johansson, Liv Tyler Drew Barryore and Reese Witherspoon are all fans of Tibi's sophisticated prints and feminine designs. In the audience last night: model Kelly Killoren Bensimon of "The Real Housewies of New York City", who will be making the rounds at the swimwear shows.

Caffe Swimwear is a luxury swimwear brand from the country of Colombia that has evolved over the years to become a stylish, international swimwear brand on the rise. The 2010 collection draws from an age of reflection -- a new period marked by an increase in creativity and a humanistic approach to life. Designer Paula Saavedra's line continues to channel its laid back luxury style, this time seen through the prism of the sixties merging new bohemian elements with rich colors and hand crafted details. Many of the suits had a "mix and match" quality such as printed tops with solid bottoms. Gold jewelry-like "hardware" details accentuated the feeling of wearable luxury.

07/16/09

First night at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim shows

Last night was the launch of the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim, produced by IMG Fashion at the historic Raleigh Hotel in Miami Beach. At this annual event, press, retailers, fashionistas and celebrity VIP's all come together to check out the best swimwear for 2010 from around the world. And of course, being Bikini.com, we'll be covering the festivities all week and bringing you the latest trends in swimwear style. Lots more to come, but here are the highlights from last night...

Boheme Boutique's first swimwear show was held poolside at the Raleigh Hotel, headquarters for the fashion shows. The event showcased the relaxed and eclectic ambience of their elite stores and the labels that they carry. Edit Meurrens, the owner of Boheme Boutiques, travels all over the world to find different merchandise and to portray the very Bohemian chic feeling found in their five locations in Miami. The show featured current looks from designers Kenzo, Pinup, Delfina, Anna Kosturova, Sundek (men's) and accessories by Flora Bella and Moyna. Judging by the hooting and hollering from the photographers, the show was very well received.

Next up was a quadruple decker fashion show featuring not one, not two, not three but four emerging swimsuit designers in one shot. KEVA by Keva J, Liza + Tara Resort Wear, Jogo by Pooneh and Tyler Rose Swimwear all debuted their individual yet distinctive Spring/Summer 2010 collections in a designer showcase show modeled by the infamous Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders. The setting: the Plunge Rooftop Pool bar and Lounge at the uber-hip Gansevoort South Beach Hotel, under the stars on a steamy tropical Miami evening.

With dancers and music evoking Broadway's The Lion King, KEVA by Keva J took us on an excursion through a mystical African swimsuit safari with Serengeti-inspired colors of blue, black, green and brown and sexy geometric silhouettes featuring the hot new cut-out trends and monokinis.

Taking guests on an exotic escape to their favorite island destinations, the hypnotic floral prints and bold, tropical hues of Liza + Tara Resort Wear set the perfect imagery for an evening dreamscape. Growing up on an island just off the coast of Miami, the designers' newest collection reflects a love for tropical living and Caribbean elegance. Silk caftans and tunics combined with flouncy fabrics, bold prints and alluring hues offering an effortlessly chic, day-to-night ensemble perfect for vacation living and island elegance.

The debut of JOGO by Pooneh brought a collection of beachwear and lifestyle products stimulated from a melange of international influences, inspired by founder and designer Pooneh Mohazzabi. The collection blends the tones, textures and customs of breathtaking international beaches from St. Tropez to Capri and takes into consideration the style and taste of American destinations like the Hamptons and Miami.

Tyler Rose Swimwear exuded excitement, confidence and energy with bold mix-and-match bikinis and cover-up pieces. Inspired by Bohemian and Hippie lifestyles, Tyler Rose Swimwear's Spring 2010 collection features a color palette including metallic and neon tones with vintage detailing of fringe and ruffles. Tyler Rose's "Haute Indian Summer" collection pays homage to Native American and Bohemian cultures with warrior and Indian-princess vibes. This is a collection for the fearless trendsetter and expressionist.

The starlit evening also featured the debut of Grammy award-winning artist (and bikinirific beauty) Beyonce's new music video, "Sweet Dreams". Hey Beyonce, when you debut your own swimsuit line, we'll be there!

07/13/09

Swimwear Fashion Week kicks off this week

This week will be the start of one of Bikini.com’s favorite weeks in Miami Beach. From July 18 – 21, the SwimShow 2010 will run at the Miami Beach Convention Center, while the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim Collections fashion shows run from July 15 - 19 at the beautiful beachside Raleigh Hotel. Between the two events, thousands of swimsuit buyers and members of the press will get a peek at the 2010 swimwear lines from hundreds of exhibitors, ranging from big sportswear lines to cutting-edge new swimwear designers. In between all of the fashion talk, you’ll find some of the most beautiful people – and spectacular swimsuit models – to be found anywhere on the planet. Of course we’ll bring you the highlights from the collections so you’ll totally be in style when you hit the beach next year. Bikinis and Bellinis, perfect together!

07/06/09

Bikini.com All Star Braden Bacha is cast member of Big Brother 11 on CBS

We send our warmest congrats to Bikini.com's Braden Bacha, who has landed a gig on the popular TV show "Big Brother". This laid back surfer was always popular with our female fans and we are sure he will create a stir with his fellow houseguests. The new season of Big Brother starts this Thursday, July 9th 8 p.m. EDT Thursday on CBS.

Braden Bacha joins several other Bikini.com models who have subsequently starred in reality shows, including Larissa Meek (Average Joe: Hawaii), Lola Corwin (Temptation Island) and Michelle Waterson (Fight Girls). We hear that another one of our Bikini.com Supermodels is also to be featured in a very popular series this fall...we can't tell you yet, but details to come. Braden, we look forward to hearing great things from you!

07/02/09

Bikini.com celebrates its 12th Anniversary!!

So where were you in 1997? Maybe you were watching Austin Powers or Titanic, or listening to the Spice Girls and Sugar Ray. Well, we were busy launching this website. We can't believe it but July 4th marks the 12th anniversary of Bikini.com's launch. It seems like just yesterday that we were up all night trying to figure out how to make a plane fly across our homepage. Well it's been a great 12 years, and we are looking forward to many more fun years of celebrating beauty and the beach with you!

So thank you to all the Bikini.com fans out there for making this all possible. This Bikini.com birthday is dedicated to YOU! We wouldn't be traveling to cool beaches around the world with beautiful models without your support. :)

We would also like to thank the talented and dedicated people behind the scenes that make Bikini.com happen - the producers, photographers, models, programmers, art directors, and of course the lucky guy that holds the reflector on the photoshoots. We have as much fun making Bikini.com as you have looking at it. :)

06/29/09

Video - Bikini.com All Star Melanie Tillbrook

When Bikini.com All Star Melanie Tillbrook speaks, you cant help but be happy. Born in Hawaii, she has a delicate lilt to her voice, as well as a sweet and gentle smile. When she gets into her bikini, however, this hard-working island girl emits a power that definitely dazzled everyone at her photo shoot. Shes been featured on the covers of many magazines (including Natural Fitness and Speed), as well as in music videos with Jamie Foxx, Fat Joe and Ja Rule and movies including Confessions of a Shopaholic. Her athletic body and luscious caramel hair and skin shimmer with a beauty that comes from the inside out.

06/26/09

Video - Audrina Partridge in Carl's Jr. commercial

Wearing a sizzling gold lamé bikini designed by Joey Tierney, The Hills star Audrina Patridge, confesses that no matter how many indulgences she gives up during bikini season, she will always make an exception for the Carls Jr. Teriyaki Burger. She calls it her bikini burger. Bikini.com is waiting for the bikini veggie-burger. :)

06/25/09

Tribute to Farrah Fawcett

Message from Howie Sonnenschein, Co-Founder of Bikini.com:

Like many kids of my generation, I grew up with the iconic poster of Farrah Fawcett in her red swimsuit on my bedroom wall. Perhaps she was part of my initial awakening into the beauty of girls in swimsuits. Her 1,000 watt smile, tousled hair and provocative pose made that poster the best selling poster of all time. The fact that she was always looking over me and smiling made me want to smile right back at her. She was one of Bikini.com's all-time top swimsuit icons, and a personal favorite of mine. In fact for years I have kept my original Farrah bubble gum package sticker that I got in 1977 on my desk, as inspiration for finding the next Farrah. She passed away today, way too soon, and all of us at Bikini.com just want to pay tribute today to this beautiful woman in her famous red swimsuit.

06/05/09

Bikini.com may be the world’s biggest beach party – but we think we may be spotting some even bigger beach party animals during the upcoming weekend of June 11-14 at The Hukilau in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. What’s the Hukilau? Well in old Hawaiian days, it was a traditional Hawaiian fishing festival, where a giant net was cast into the sea that the villagers pulled back to shore. It emphasized the spirit of family and community. This groovy modern day Hukilau is a net thrown out to the entire world, bringing lovers of “Mid-Century Polynesian Pop” and “Tiki” culture from all over the world together for a very special swinging weekend celebration. It's Tiki Geek Chic!

Organized by Tiki Kiliki (aka Christie White, but it’s so much cooler calling her Tiki), past events have been weekends full of entertainment and laughs. The crowd is full of beautiful girls in vintage Hawaiian outfits and guys in cool Hawaiian shirts and hats. (We’re not sure if they look like that all the time, but it sure is fun for a weekend.) Event highlights will include the surf sounds of Los Straitjackets, the Tikki Beach Boat Cruise, a presentation from Mai-Tai cocktail expert Jeff "Beachbum" Berry, a tiki art show, the annual pilgrimage to the world-famous Mai-Kai, and one of our favorite groups, The Intoxicators. If you can make it to Fort Lauderdale, you should not miss the Hukilau 2009-- we will be there with our flaming drinks and hula skirts on. For more information, check out The Hukilau.

Here are some pics from past Hukilaus - good times, good times.

06/02/09

2nd Annual Cosmo Bikini Bash

What happens when hundreds of girls of all shapes and sizes - and hot blonde actress Kristin Cavallari -- show up in their bikinis at the famous Nikki Beach Club in Miami Beach? The Cosmo Bikini Bash, that's what! Check out the festivities and discover everyone's secrets to staying fun and fearless in their bikinis.

05/21/09

American Idol finale gets a double dose of bikinis!

The competition was definitely on during the finals of American Idol last night -- but not just because of the singing. Famed contestant Katrina Darrell (aka "Bikini Girl"), strutted her new and "improved" figure during the grand finale while singing an earnest version of "Vision of Love". Not to be outdone, American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi, who had been clashing with Bikini Girl during the season, sprang into action against her nemesis, singing a far better rendition during the singing catfight. To further ensure that she showed Bikini Girl just who was the winner of their own little competition, Kara launched a personal wardrobe malfunction which allowed her to rip open her dress, showing off her own bikini bod (and may we say, not bad at all.) The normally outspoken judge suddenly became demure, and it was explained that she had entered this bikini contest for charity. Hey Kara -- we'll be happy to donate to the charity of your choice, if you model for Bikini.com. But based on last night, please don't write our theme song.

05/06/09

Video - Ooh La La - Bikini.com Supermodel Vanessa Blouin

Watch French-Canadian Bikini.com Supermodel Vanessa Blouin groove to cool French music. Ooh La La!

04/23/09

Video - Bikini.com All Star Carolina Velez

When we first met Bikini.com All Star Carolinia Velez, we were struck by her stunning combination of black hair and light blue eyes. This 5'7" 119 pound bikini hottie loves to play tennis as often as she can. Having grown up on the coast of Colombia, she loves the sand, sun and especially the beach. You can catch her building sand castles or swimming in the ocean on a nice day. Hint for aspiring boyfriends: she is crazy for the color pink.

04/14/09

Video - Bikini.com All Star Tiffany Batkin loves bikinis and tupperware

Meet sexy Bikini.com All Star Tiffany Batkin who will look great in her bikini hanging out by your swimming pool and will organize your closet at the same time!

03/30/09

Video - Upcoming Bikini.com All Star Jacqueline Coleman

Bikini.com isn't just about beauty, it's about brains too. Meet Jacqueline Coleman, the blonde recent college grad who may be your Senator one day!

03/18/09

Video - It's Spring Break!

It's Spring Break time so we decided to take a look back at one of our favorite Spring Break trips with Bikini.com Supermodel Haven Gaston interviewing students in Cancun, Mexico.

03/10/09

Video- Annalisa "Keep It Coming" Music Video

Some of Bikini.com's models "keep it coming" for the camera to the tune of "Keep It Coming", performed by UK pop singer Annalisa.

03/03/09

Video - Bikini.com All Star Hillary Fisher

If it's hot in the kitchen, Bikini.com All Star Hillary Fisher could be the cause. This sizzling culinary expert is as sweet as the confections she creates.

02/23/09

Video - Sarah Barrett shower photo shoot

Join Bikini.com All Star Model Sarah Barrett behind the scenes at her refreshing shower photo shoot by the beach.

02/13/09

Video - Bikini.com All Star Sharlene Osborne

This Caribbean cutie has that special island flair, and the sexy moves to prove it. Just check out Bikini.com All Star Sharlene Osborne's video to get a tiny taste of the island life!

02/03/09

Video - Extreme Beach Exercises

While shooting on the beach, we met a Miami Beach fitness expert who was doing some pretty crazy beach exercises, so we asked him for some tips. Can you do what he does?

01/28/09

Bikini.com All Star Sarah Barrett at the Bikini.com Studio!

Bikini.com All Star Sarah Barrett visited the Bikini.com studio during her photo shoot, and charmed us all with her beauty and cuteness. Here are some sneak shots from behind-the-scenes...

01/16/09

Video - Michelle Waterson, the Karate Hottie

We got alot of requests to see more of Bikini.com Supermodel Michelle "Karate Hottie" Waterson in action so here she is . . .

01/14/09

Bikini.com wants American Idol Bikini Girl

If you watched American Idol last night, you might have caught contestant Katrina Darrell, who caused quite a commotion by auditioning in her bikini. We are champions of anyone that does anything in a bikini, especially getting on the #1 show in America in a bikini! We would love to see more of Katrina and hope that she continues on to win American Idol, so please support her in any way you can.

In the meantime, Katrina - we would like to offer you the opportunity to do a photo shoot with Bikini.com. So consider this your official invitation to be part of our family here at The World's Biggest Beach Party!

12/31/08

Happy New Year!!!

12/29/08

Bikini.com hits Facebook!

Be one of the first to join Bikini.com's new Facebook fan page. You'll get exclusive pictures and a behind the scenes look at the making of Bikini.com. So become our friend on Facebook and let the party begin!

Click here to join!

12/24/08

Video - Have a Bikini.com Christmas

From all of us at Bikini.com, we would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas!!!

12/16/08

Colombian pop singer Fanny Lu visits Bikini.com

Latina pop singer Fanny Lu stopped by the Bikini.com studio yesterday to say hello and take some pictures for the launch of her new CD from Universal Music Latino, "Dos". She was absolutely adorable, beautiful, professional and even sang her songs in our conference room. Check out her new album, it's great...and check out this cute shot of Fanny with one of our Bikini.com surfboards...

12/15/08

Video - Behind the Scenes with Bikini.com Supermodel Larissa Meek

Check out this behind the scenes video of our photo shoot with Bikini.com Supermodel Larissa Meek. As many of you know, Larissa was the star of the popular reality tv show Average Joe: Hawaii and is also a talented artist. Oh. . . and did we mention that she is gorgeous?

12/12/08

Bikini.com inspiration: Bettie Page

Legendary pinup queen Bettie Page passed away yesterday at the age of 85. She was one of the quintessential pinup icons of the 1950's, and was known for her distinctively cut jet black hair and curvaceous body. She was just as comfortable in her birthday suit as her swimsuit, and appeared in countless mens magazines. But we think she was most beautiful in her classic beach poses and leopard bathing suit. Over the years, her sexy iconic looks inspired everyone from Madonna to Katy Perry, Rihanna, Uma Thurman and Christina Aguilera.

In our Bikini.com headquarters, we are proud owners of a signed black and white photo of Bettie Page posing for a Camera Club in Miami Beach in 1954. The photo was shot by photographer (and fellow pinup model) Bunny Yeager, who autographed the print to Bikini.com. Bunny set up this shooting session with Bettie Page to demonstrate to amateur photographers how to pose a model. The signed photo of Bettie's retro swimsuit shoot hangs proudly with other images of our own swimsuit models as well as other bikini inspirations from the past.

Bettie, we salute you today.

12/11/08

Video - Have a Bikini.com Hanukkah!

What's more fun than playing with a dreidel? Watching hot girls play with dreidels!

12/01/08

Video - Bikini.com All Star Kat Longa

Bikini.com All Star Kat Longa is your dream come true. She's exotic, sexy, and she knows how to give you the best massage of your life. As a massage therapist, she can soothe your aches and pains. Of course, just looking at her can create some new ones. :-)

11/24/08

Video - A lesson in cheerleading with Bikini.com All Star Leangela Davis

Beautiful Bikini.com All Star Leangela Davis shows off another one of her talents, cheerleading!

11/17/08

Video - Switchin' Suits with Haven Gaston

Discover Bikini.com Supermodel Haven Gaston's secrets to changing bikinis on the beach, without a dressing room!

11/11/08

Video - Bikini.com All Star Rusty Joiner

Meet Bikini.com All Star Rusty Joiner who grew up in Atlanta, Georgia with a super-close Southern family. He has modeled for Prada, Abercrombie and Fitch, American Eagle, Levi's, Powerade, and of course Bikini.com!

11/03/08

Video - Bikini.com All Star Robyn Rigby

There's something about redheads that make alot of men pay attention and swoon. So meet Robyn Rigby, the sultry Texan beauty whose lustrous locks cause everyone to do a double take. If you're an admirer, you'll want to join the fans that actually rub her head for good luck.

10/31/08

Happy Halloween from Bikini.com!!

Check out the sexy Bikini.com Vampire Chicks - they're the hottest ghouls ever to grace a computer screen, so bring out the vampire in you and let the howling begin...

10/29/08

Video - Bikini.com All Star Jen Keller

We still can't decide if Bikini.com All Star Jen Keller looks more like Kate Bosworth or Natalie Portman. What do you think?

10/23/08

Video - "I Don't Know If You Knew Or Not" with Anna Burns

Bikini.com All Star Anna Burns gives a lesson in anatomy using fellow Bikini.com All Stars as models.

10/16/08

Look who stopped by the Bikini.com Studio!

We had two special guests come into the studio to watch our bikini shoots :) I guess they really want the bikini vote.

Republican Party? No. Democratic Party? No. World's Biggest Beach Party? Yeahhhhh!!

10/10/08

Bikini.com Supermodel Michelle Waterson "The Karate Hottie" wins MMA fight

Bikini.com's very own "Karate Hottie" Michelle Waterson recently signed with EliteXC Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighting organization, and is quickly becoming the new face of MMA. This past week, Michelle beat her opponent, Tyra Parker, with a submission choke at 1:20 into her match. It really amazes us that someone so delicate and sweet can throw such big punches and be so intimidating in the ring. For any of you fans of MMA fighting, keep a lookout for Michelle Waterson, as you won't be able to take your eyes off of her! We will of course continue to keep you updated on her future fights.

10/01/08

Sarah Palin - the next Bikini.com Supermodel?

Move over Pamela Anderson. There's a new sex symbol in town. Bikini.com asked its fans who they would rather see in a bikini, Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin or Pinup Queen Pamela Anderson. Ms. Palin swiftly beat Ms. Anderson. With 2354 respondents, 61% indicated that they would prefer to see Sarah Palin in a bikini.

"I think Ms. Palin has become the first political sex symbol", says Howie Sonnenschein, Executive Producer of Bikini.com. "Notwithstanding people's political leanings, many observers think that Ms. Palin is a beautiful woman and of course she has a history of being in beauty pageants. We've seen movie stars become presidents, and this is the first beauty pageant contestant that has a chance at getting into the White House. We would like to officially make an offer to Ms. Palin -- if she ever wants to get the vote of our millions of Bikini.com fans, we'd be happy to do a swimsuit photo shoot with her in Alaska."

09/23/08

Video - Diesel Swimwear fashion show

Check out the latest school-sports-inspired swimwear looks for guys and girls from edgy, Italian designer Diesel.

09/19/08

Video - Bikini.com All Star Nichole Jackson

Bikini.com All Star Nichole Jackson is from Dallas, and this Texan rose likes to let loose on the set. A redheaded spitfire, Nichole loves the fact that she stands out in a crowd.

09/16/08

Video - Playboy Swimwear 2009 preview

Bikinicom was lucky enough to get a preview of Playboy's 2009 line of bikinis. So, for the sake of fashion, we are sharing it with you (the hot models don't hurt either).

09/10/08

Video - Bikini.com All Star LeAngela Davis

Tall, slender and amazingly beautiful, Bikini.com All Star LeAngela Davis was such a treat to have in our studio. This sporty and spunky sexpot was not only entertaining, but had us rolling with laughter during her interview. Check out this impressive beauty!

09/08/08

Video - Bikini.com's Doggy Swimwear Fashion Show

Bikini.com gets invited to a lot of bikini events, but this was one swimsuit event we couldn't resist. Check out our doggy swimwear fashion show in Miami, Florida.

09/02/08

Meet Bikini.com All Star Hillary Fisher

Bikini.com All Star Hillary Fisher is a culinary expert. The sweetness of her confections cannot compare to her sweet personality. She wanted to share her talents with us, and she shared even more in her interview. This darling won our hearts—let her whip you up something even sweeter!

08/22/08

Video - Sarah Barrett loves Donuts!

What's the best way to Bikini.com All Star Sarah Barrett's heart? Easy. Donuts. Don't get in between this cutie and her favorite confectionery delight.

08/20/08

Video - Bikini.com Behind the Scenes

Find out what happens behind the scenes at a Bikini.com photo shoot.

08/15/08

Meet Bikini.com All Star Liliana!

Originally from Colombia, Liliana is an exotic beauty who knows exactly what she wants. She has no reservations when it comes to telling us about her perfect man, and is confident in achieving her goals. Sexy and ambitious-- read up on Liliana’s sassy interview and check out her spicy pictures on her All Stars page!

08/14/08

The most expensive bikini we've ever seen!

We've seen alot of bikinis here at Bikini.com but we never saw one like this before.

Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but if they're on a bikini, they're definitely a guy's best friend as well. Check out this bedazzling swimsuit from Istanbul designer OYE -- Open Your Eyes, that we discovered at the Miami Swimwear Show. With 36 carats of real diamonds and priced at $65,000, it's one of the world's most expensive bikinis. Perfect for when CZ's just won't do.

08/13/08

Meet Bikini.com All Star Kristen Achee!

Kristen Achee has the southern hospitality and bubbly personality to prove that she's the perfect all-American girl. She's traveled the world as Miss Hawaiian Tropic International and we're proud to have her as one of our very own Bikini.com All Stars. Check out this sweetheart on her All Stars page…

08/10/08

Meet Bikini.com's newest All Star Jen Keller!

We couldn’t decide if she looks more like Kate Bosworth or Natalie Portman, but no matter what, we were dazzled by Jen Keller’s smile and sweetness. She says she's spontaneous, optimistic, and loves adventure. Check out Jen Keller's pictures and interview on her All Stars page.

08/08/08

Runway Central - Custo Barcelona Swimwear Fashion Show

Bikini.com's editorial coverage of the 2009 swimwear collections from the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week continues! The Custo Barcelona fashion brand was created by Barcelona brothers Custo and David Balmau after an inspiring trip to California, where they encountered the surfer lifestyle in the south and the psychedelic lifestyle in the north. They focused their efforts on screen printing and bold graphic design, and created a distinctive and innovative style recognized the world over. Known for playing with signature fabric and print combinations, Custo Barcelona presented its first complete swimwear collection on Friday night.

The color scheme was vibrant and happy, using a palette of strong colors like fuchsia, orange and turquoise with a touch of metallics. Velvet fabrics were a particular fave, and wood and ceramic beads and ethnic pompoms added embellishment to simple silhouettes. The retro prints were inspired by ethnic references from Turkish kilims, exotic flowers, stripes and oriental mosaics -- but somehow the pairings of graphics and fabrics merged perfectly. Coverups shared the same inspiration, including caftans, sarongs and tunics adorned with tassels and fringe. It was a fashion forward fusion of materials and graphics that’s sure to be “muy caliente” in stores and on the beach!

08/07/08

Russia breaks the bikini world record!

Cosmopolitan-Russia set a new Guinness World Record at 1,602 girls in bikinis for a photo shoot. This past Saturday, bikini-clad women from all over Russia gathered at the Black Sea resort of Sochi to spell out “COSMO.RU” for a Cosmopolitan commercial.

In September 2007, 1,010 women broke the previous bikini world record and spelled the word “COSMO” in Sydney —but now 1,602 has become the number to beat. Congratulations to Russia!

If you remember from our reporting this past summer, Cosmopolitan Magazine in the United States tried to break the world record when they held their Bikini Bash in Miami Beach. They didn’t break the world record, but they did set the U.S. record. In case you missed it, here’s another look at Bikini.com’s coverage of the Cosmo Bikini Bash in Miami Beach. . . Check it out on our YouTube page!

08/04/08

Meet Bikini.com's newest All Star Brandi Alexis!

This exotic beauty is fun-loving and says her friends would describe her as hands-down, 150% crazy, out of her mind, nuts. Check out Brandi Alexis' pictures and interview on her All Stars page.

08/01/08

Video - Bikini.com All Star Anna Burns

Meet Anna Burns, the gorgeous brunette from Fayetteville, North Carolina who lists bowling and golfing as some of her hobbies. What more could any guy ask for? Check out Anna's video below and her pictures in our All Stars section.

07/30/08

Runway Central - Red Carter Swimwear Fashion Show

Red Carter is a home town favorite swimwear designer in Miami, but over the last few years he has expanded his energetic and bold brand around the world. In February, he hit the swimsuit designer pinnacle when his sophisticated yet sexy designs were worn by Heidi Klum in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

Last week, Red Carter previewed his 2009 swimwear collection at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim to retailers, press and celebrities including tennis hottie Anna Kournikova (oh, how we would love to shoot Anna in some of Red’s swimsuits).

Edith Piaf and Joan Crawford would have been at home with the glamour and elegance that took center stage in a flamboyant collection inspired by the Roaring 20’s.

07/29/08

Runway Central - Anna Kournikova

Tennis hottie Anna Kournikova made an appearance at the star-studded fashion show for swimwear designer Red Carter in Miami the other day. Stay tuned for tomorrow for more details on one of the most talked-about swimsuit collections of the season!

07/28/08

Runway Central - Zimmerman Swimwear Fashion Show

Synonymous with Australian style, Zimmermann is a label that stands for sophisticated yet romantic femininity.

At their Miami Swimwear preview for 2009, designing sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann were inspired by a well traveled and chic jetsetter, as evidenced by their beautifully eclectic mix of prints and fabrics. Standouts included the Babushka print white floral suits, Aztec prints, cross band maillots and flirty cover-ups and dresses . Check out some of the highlights…

07/24/08

Video - Bikini.com All Star Diana Chiafair

Diana Chiafair is not your typical cowgirl. She may own two horses, but this beautiful brunette is also sophisticated and loves to shop. She is also the recent Miss FHM Magazine. Fun and flirty, check out this Bikini.com thoroughbred.

07/23/08

New line of Playboy swimwear debuts

Bikini.com was at the Miami Swimwear Show yesterday interviewing some of the top swimwear designers about the current trends in bikinis. Here are some of the Playboy swimwear models showing off the new line of sexy Playboy brand bikinis. Vice President of Merchandising David Burnett told us that the new collection translates Playboy's iconic graphics and imagery into sexy, glamorous swimwear and coverups. The collection includes bikinis featuring the Rabbit Head logo and traditional flirty colors of pink black and white. Watch the Bikini.com blog for more on Playboy swimwear and lots of other cool swimwear!

Of course, Alex, our video cameraman had to get a photo with the cute Playboy swimwear models :)

07/22/08

Runway Central - Ed Hardy Swimwear Fashion Show

If you love Ed Hardy, you're not alone. The biggest celebrities in the world, ranging from Madonna, Shakira, Janet Jackson, Eva Longoria, Beyonce and Jessica Alba, to Shaquille O'Neal and David Beckham are fans of sexy French designer Christian Audigier's vintage tattoo inspired designs.

The swimwear line is the newest addition to the Ed Hardy apparel collection, and each piece is individually made with the creative original Ed Hardy tattoo graphics such as hearts, roses, skulls and flames. The prints are sublimated into rich Italian swimwear fabrics and then adorned with crystals, jeweled hardware and colorful foiling to make each style totally dazzling and unique. You have to have the body and attitude to carry these swimsuits off, but if you do, you'll totally look like a rock star. (And yes that goes for the men's collection too.)

The Ed Hardy swimwear fashion show was one of the most fun we've ever attended, with all kinds of celebs including TV hostess/model Cindy Taylor and colorful basketball player Dennis Rodman. There were several swinging Christian Audigier/Ed Hardy after parties, including one at Miami Beach hotspot Mynt hosted by luscious swimsuit supermodel and friend of Bikini.com Joanna Krupa. Party like a rock star!

07/18/08

Runway Central - DIESEL Swimwear Fashion Show

You might think the bikini world is all fun and games, but for some people, it's a business too. This week, the eyes of fashion insiders, journalists, buyers, celebrities, stylists and VIP's are turning to Miami Beach for the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Miami Swim Show. In plain English, it's where bikini experts from around the world check out next year's upcoming swimwear trends as models strut their stuff on the runway. And yes, they're really looking at the swimsuits and not the models. Of course it helps to have free tropical drinks, super cool music, swaying palm trees and beautiful people hanging around too. The event is centered at Miami Beach's historic Raleigh Hotel, which has one of the most famous and majestic art deco swimming pools in the world. After the runway shows, everyone heads off to the famous South Beach private parties for mingling, networking, and festivities. Invitation only!

The five day event provides three runway venues for top designers to debut their collections, and is produced in conjunction with the Swimwear Association of Florida's annual swimwear trade show nearby. Of course Bikini.com was invited by designers to cover the shows in pursuit of discovering the latest trends in swimwear, so the millions of Bikini.com fans out there around the world can make us proud and look good on the beach.

Last night Italian designer Diesel kicked the Swim Show off with the premiere of its Spring 2009 Collection for guys and girls, in a crazy sporty poolside fashion show and celebration. Pharrell Williams' protege, Teyana Taylor of TV show "My Super Sweet 17" fame (and singer of "Google Me") modeled in the show. Check out some of the Diesel looks for 2009...we'll be reporting on all the highlights and trends for 2009 in future Bikini.com stories, so stay tuned.

07/17/08

Video - Bikini.com at the 2008 Cosmo Bikini Bash

What's better than one girl in a bikini? Hundreds of them! And who better than Bikini.com to record it for history's sake!

07/15/08

Video - Bikini.com's Pajama Party

What do you get when you mix cute bikini models, pajamas and feathers? It's the Bikini.com Pajama Party, and you're invited. So grab your milk and cookies and join Anna, Linsey, Beverly and Sharlene for a peek at a night with our models.

07/14/08

Bikini.com launches YouTube video channel!

If you love watching Bikini.com videos, then check out our newly launched Bikini.com channel on YouTube. It's one stop shopping for all your Bikini.com video needs. You'll enjoy all of our Bikini.com Supermodels and All Stars as well as other Bikini.com lifestyle content including fashion, beach sports and everything beautiful, informative and/or wacky in the world of bikinis. Subscribe for free on the YouTube channel page and you'll have the Bikini.com models at your fingertips every day!

Also, check out the video below of Nichole Kelly, one of our newest Bikini.com All Stars. Nichole says that she’s “mysterious” and we're proud to have her as one of our All Stars. Be sure to check her out as well as all the other Bikini.com All Stars on the Bikini.com YouTube channel.

07/11/08

Celebrikini Sightings - Jim Carrey and Jenny McCarthy!

Everyone loves fun in the sun -- and everyone loves bikinis. So we're launching a new section, devoted to showcasing your favorite stars of TV, movies, music, politics (and whatever else) basking in their swimsuits. Some stars may look good, some may not, but as long as they're having a good time on the beach, that's all we care about. First up: Jim Carrey and Jenny McCarthy strolling down the Malibu shoreline, enjoying a little summer beach romance.

[Image via WENN]

07/09/08

Sara Hoots wins Miss Hooters International 2008

We'd like to congratulate Bikini.com Supermodel Sara Hoots, who just won $50,000 after being crowned Miss Hooters International 2008 last night! There were 128 gorgeous bronzed beauties, but only one could take the title and we think it was a great choice. Last night Bikini.com joined the festivities at the 12th Annual Hooters Pageant in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Sara looked stunning as always, and will now be the face of Hooters for the next 12 months. Our friends at Hooters were also celebrating the 25th anniversary of the opening of the first Hooters restaurant (put that in your bikini history book!) Lots of celebrity judges participated, including racecar driver Helio Castroneves, golfer John Daly, basketball star John Salley and our long-time buddy Lou Maggio, who has discovered and managed many top models including Brooke Burke and Joanna Krupa.

We'd also like to congratulate upcoming Bikini.com All-Stars Sara Barrett, who won Miss Photogenic, and LeAngela Davis, who placed in the top ten. You'll see more of them here on Bikini.com very soon.

Thanks to the entire team at Hooters for putting on such a fabulous event and congrats again to our Tall Texan, Sara!

06/27/08

Meet Bikini.com's newest All Star Tiffany Batkin

This All Star from Virginia works as hard as she plays. Tiffany Batkin is definitely not your average girly-girl, but this hottie's beautiful body keeps all the boys staring. When she was younger, Tiffany caught turtles---and now she's quite a catch herself! We gladly present our new Bikini.com All Star, Tiffany. Check her out!

04/22/08

Cosmopolitan Magazine breaks record for biggest bikini photo shoot in U.S. history!

What's better than one girl in a bikini? Hundreds of them! And who better than Bikini.com to record it for history's sake! Cosmopolitan magazine photographed hundreds of bikini-clad women last Friday at its first-ever Cosmo Bikini Bash. More than 300 women were formed into the word 'COSMO' in Miami Beach, setting the record for the largest US swimsuit photo shoot in history. Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Vincent Laforet shot the final picture from a helicopter above superhot Nikki Beach. The final photo from the Cosmo Bikini Bash (see 1st pic below) will be featured in the August 2008 issue of Cosmo.

Women 18-34 were invited to participate in this record breaking event, and some who showed up were far from the traditional 'swimsuit model' figure. But that was the empowering point -- that looking good in a bikini starts with the confidence to wear one. Of course, to the many lucky male onlookers who happened to pass by the photo shoot, it was a dream come true. Let's just say that the ratio of men to girls in bikinis was extremely favorable.

As professional bikini watchers, even we were impressed. We're the world's biggest beach party, and this was the biggest bikini photo shoot ever in the U.S., so how could we miss it?

03/24/08

Meet Bikini.com All Star Anna Burns

Bikini.com All Star Anna Burns is a gorgeous brunette from Fayetteville, North Carolina who lists bowling and golfing as some of her hobbies. Find out what she says she really thinks about when she's posing in front of the camera! Check her out!