A Wonderful Life: Flamingo Sands 2008
Written by Yvette N. Coleman

Flamingo Sands, the Australian owned label, presents a spring ’08 collection of its best selling bikinis filled with dazzle and glamour. Flamingo Sands is known for exotic prints and shapes that have women craving to see what is next. This is one of my fave collections!

This season Flamingo Sands has a collection that has both flattering and wearable shapes for more body types and the collection is sexy, affordable and competitive in order to reach a broader audience…and don’t forget those glamorous bikinis, which the company is known for.

The head turning swimwear has a loyal following because it plays with sensuality and functionality and for the first time Flamingo Sands puts its unique take on the tankini.

This season Flamingo Sands will offer silk chiffon caftans in various styles that will float in the summer breeze, soft and cozy oversized tees and a gorgeous beach pant to complete your summer wardrobe. With the use of luxurious fabrics and gorgeous prints everyone will find the right glam suit for them.

“We are always inspired by so many things around us; it is difficult to include everything in each range. We have too many ideas! Some things that inspire us include vintage fabric prints, music, old movies and magazines or books, and pop culture icons to name a few.

This season’s highlight colors are a magical emerald green, hotter-than-hot pink and black. Getting in the deep end with some glam has never been this easy - just add water and a pair of killer heels and shades. We believe that all girls deserve to feel sexy and we always have this in mind when we are designing the Flamingo Sands collection.”

What do you think are the biggest trends in swimwear for Spring 08?
Trends this summer are for one-pieces that offer more coverage, bikinis with special contrast detailing and bold brights with lots of color in prints. There is definitely something for everyone.

What trends do not like?
We are slightly tired of cut out one-pieces. I think they have had their day for the minute…

The Flamingo Sands summer ‘08 collection is full of vibrant colors, shapes and styles for the modern chic woman. So many to choose from so why stop at just one!

This just in…a lingerie collection soon? “A lingerie collection may definitely be on the cards for the future. You can never say never! There is a definite ring to Flaming Sands Lingerie…”

Keep a close eye out for Flamingo Sands’ collection near you as the brand looks to expand throughout the U.S.

Flamingo Sands price points start at $79.95 for a basic plain Lycra bikini, $89.95 for a print bikini and go up to over $200 for something really special!

Flaming Sands can be purchased from high end fashion boutiques, specialty swimwear stores, select surf accounts and department stores.

For more info:
www.flamingosands.com