10 bathing suits to purchase for your children this summer

Keep your kids covered and comfortable as they spend the hot and humid summer months staying cool in the pool, by the ocean or near the backyard sprinkler.

By Michele Kettner • Posted July 9, 2020 at 2:34 p.m.

With swimming pools opening up around the region and the humidity ramping up over the next few weeks, it is time to hit the water. Whether your child has grown out of last year’s swimsuit or you are looking for more options for those endless days at the pool or beach, here are 10 kids bathing suits to try out this summer.

Nike rainbow-colored swimsuit — *Photo courtesy of Dick’s Sporting Goods*

Bring the rainbow poolside with this multicolored swimsuit that your child will want to wear at their next swim meet. // Nike Girls’ Spectrum Spiderback One Piece Swimsuit, $42; Dick’s Sporting Goods

blue one-piece swimsuit with flower pattern — *Photo courtesy of Garnet Hill*

Add some flair to your child’s swimwear with the little ruffle detail on this summery flower-print swimsuit. // Girls’ Ruffle-Detail One-Piece Swimsuit, $27-$38; Garnet Hill

yellow dinosaur swim trunks — *Photo courtesy of Old Navy*

Whether your child is in love with stegosauruses or Jurassic Park, bring the dinosaurs poolside with this fun swimsuit. // Printed Functional Drawstring Swim Trunks for Toddler Boys, $16.99; Old Navy

Light green bathing suit with sun and trees — *Photo courtesy of L.L. Bean*

This swimsuit is perfect for your family’s next outdoor adventure as your kids explore the vast wilderness. // Girls’ Graphic Swimsuit, One-Piece, $39.95; L.L. Bean

Yellow flower-patterned bikini — *Photo courtesy of Saks.com*

Dress your little girl in this chic bathing suit full of cute ribbon details for your next trip down to the beach. // Zimmermann Kids Little Girl’s & Girl’s 2-Piece Carnaby Tie Bikini Set, $85; Saks Fifth Avenue

Lavender bikini with Elsa — *Photo courtesy of H&M*

Let your little one show off her love for Frozen and her inner Queen Elsa with this cute lavender two-piece. // Printed Bikini with Ruffles, $17.99; H&M

Blue and Green Board Shorts — *Photo courtesy of Dick’s Sporting Goods*

This pair of board shorts will keep your toddler comfortable and make him easy to spot on the crowded beach. // Quiksilver Toddler Boys’ Highline Upsurge 14” Board Shorts, $40; Dick’s Sporting Goods

Go retro for your child’s next beach trip with this ’50s-inspired two-piece that includes accent buttons and high-waisted bottoms for the full classic look. // Hearts and Harmony Dots Two-Piece Swimsuit, $34; Nordstrom

one-piece bathing suit with flamingos — *Courtesy of Old Navy*

Show off your kiddo’s summer style with this pink bird print that will be perfect all season long. // Flamingo-Graphic Swimsuit for Toddler Girls, $16.99; Old Navy

blue board shorts with frog pattern — *Photo courtesy of Neiman Marcus*

Dress your toddler in this frog-inspired swimsuit for a day of splashing around in the water and chasing critters around the pool. // Florence Eiseman Boy’s Frog Print Swim Trunks, $59-$63; Neiman Marcus

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Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.