Red Swimsuits

A red swimsuit is one of the most timeless choices in swimwear - confident against sun-kissed or fair skin, striking against blue water, and rooted in a design heritage that stretches back to the earliest days of the modern one-piece. Our red swimsuit edit includes designer styles from Seafolly, Vix Swimwear and PQ Swim, from clean block-colour scarlet through to deeper cherry and burgundy tones.

Red one-pieces carry more of that vintage swimwear heritage than almost any other colour - the classic pin-up silhouette owes a great deal to red swimsuits specifically, and a lot of the structured, high-waisted cuts designed today still nod back to that era.

Red Swimsuit Shapes and Silhouettes

For added shape and definition, our cut out swimsuits collection includes red styles with waist or side cut-outs. Our one shoulder swimsuits range offers an asymmetric take that works particularly well in bright, true reds, while our high neck swimsuits collection carries deeper cherry and burgundy tones for a sportier, more secure fit. For a fuller cup, our supportive swimwear range includes structured red pieces built for extra support.

Red Swimsuit Styles Worth Knowing

A block-colour red swimsuit is one of the simplest ways to make an entrance poolside, needing very little else to finish the look. For something with more detail, cherry-red florals and prints from Seafolly and PQ Swim bring texture and pattern without losing the impact of the colour. Structured, high-waisted red swimsuits in particular carry a slightly more polished, vintage-inspired feel than a plain modern cut.

Beachwear to Pair With a Red Swimsuit

A red swimsuit under a white kaftan reads as effortlessly put-together, while deeper cherry and burgundy tones pair naturally with neutral beach trousers for an evening-ready look.

Fabric and Fit Notes

Red is one of the more fade-prone swimwear colours, particularly under strong sun and repeated chlorine exposure. A cold rinse after each wear, avoiding the tumble dryer, and keeping red pieces out of direct sunlight when not being worn will help preserve the depth of colour over a season.

Ways to Style Your Red Swimsuit

Beach holiday: Scarlet or cherry red against blue water is one of the most photographed swimwear pairings.

Poolside at a resort: A red swimsuit under a white kaftan reads as effortlessly put-together.

Active swimming: A high-neck or supportive red swimsuit in a structured fit holds up well through regular laps.

Accessorising: Gold jewellery and tortoiseshell sunglasses tend to complement red swimwear better than silver.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does red swimwear fade faster than other colours? Generally yes - red pigments are more prone to UV and chlorine fading than darker or cooler-toned colours. Rinsing promptly after swimming will help.

What's the difference between your red and burgundy swimsuits? True red tones run brighter and more saturated, mainly through our Seafolly and PQ Swim ranges, while burgundy and cherry shades sit deeper and are more concentrated in our Vix Swimwear collection.

Browse the full red swimsuit collection below, or explore our wider swimsuits range.