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Temps are heating up, days are getting longer, and beaches, lakes, and pools are open for business. We all know what that means: It's time to start taking hot bikini photos for Instagram.

Just kidding! What it really means is that late spring and early summer are on the horizon, so it's time for us to start stocking up on bathing suit faves. With current trends and dating shows alike re-popularizing everything from flirty sleeved tops to delightfully scandalous thong bottoms, there's no end to what describes a modern must-have when it comes to swimwear.

In my mind, if you're going to go skimpy, you're gonna have to — and pardon the phrase here — lean in. Go all the way! Get that high-cut bottom. Strap in to a sultry one-piece. Get the embellished bottoms, the tops with extra straps, and the minimal-coverage bandeau tops. 

There's nothing better than feeling like you look good. So sit back, grab a refreshing lemonade, and scroll on to shop 15 skimpy swimsuit essentials for the season.

Cute, classy, and comfortable, this two-piece set from Madeleine Simon Studio makes it easy to be sweet and sexy at once.

BeReal's Thalia one-piece proves that you don't have to be in a bikini to be a show-off.

On the other hand, you can never go wrong with an edgy, chain-enhanced, and adjustable bikini bottom. Plus? Black goes with everything.

Extra straps and a groovy print make this Kenny Flowers bikini top your new go-to piece for the summer. I mean, it's just asking to be styled with a kimono and cutoffs. 

With its mixed patterns and adjustable straps, this bikini top puts an eclectic spin on a classic style.

These barely-there bottoms are what skimpy swimwear dreams are made of.

Simple, chic, and versatile, the Gabriela bikini top is one you'll return to time and time again. It pairs well with the Gabriela bottoms, which are also on this list.

Anine Bing describes their Riza separate best: These "classic" bottoms are "constructed from a fully-lined recycled nylon-spandex blend elevated with honeycomb-inspired surface texture."

Soft and sun-protective — seriously, the fabric is SPF 30+ — this bandeau top brings the style but leaves the tan lines at home. 

Offering a high-cut and adjustable string straps, these bikini bottoms are a simple essential.

Here, the traditional triangle top is given an elegant upgrade in the form of adjustable straps and a subtle "honeycomb" pattern.

Stay cheeky!

And, if you'd like, really cheeky.

Embellished and asymmetrical, these bikini bottoms offer any look an instant upgeade.

This chic twist bandeau styles expertly with the Riza bottoms.

Fuller-figured? We got you. Check out this plus-sized swimwear from Curvy Beach that will turn up the heat on your hot girl summer.