These 6 Chic Black One-Piece Swimsuits Are Anything But Basic

Shop the one-piece Christen Harper wore in the 2023 SI Swimsuit Issue, plus similar styles.

Cara O’Bleness | Jul 5, 2023

Christen Harper was photographed by Amanda Pratt in Dominica.

Amanda Pratt/Sports Illustrated

When it comes to swimsuit trends, what’s popular changes so regularly that it’s best to have a few staples in your wardrobe. This summer, people are flocking to the beach in Barbiecore-inspired styles, but you can never go wrong with a timeless black swimsuit.

While on location in Dominica for this year’s magazine, Christen Harper, SI Swimsuit’s reigning co-Rookie of the Year, perfectly demonstrated the importance of a black one-piece that’s anything but basic. The strapless designer piece Harper wore featured a flattering sweetheart neckline and shirred detailing up the front.

“The location was stunning. I had never even heard of Dominica [before my photo shoot]. It was just so jungly and green and lush and beautiful. It’s one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been,” Harper told SI Swimsuit of her third feature with the brand. “And we got to go under a waterfall which was really cool. It kind of made the whole shoot a little more moody. Every year has its own magic that keeps it exciting and fresh.”

Shop the black one-piece Harper wore—and similar styles—below before your next beach vacation or trip to the pool.

Norma Kamali Slinky Marissa, $165 (normakamali.com)

Christen Harper was photographed by Amanda Pratt in Dominica. Swimsuit by Norma Kamali. Bracelet by Alexis Bittar.
Amanda Pratt/Sports Illustrated

Ruched One-Piece Swimsuit, $27.98 (victoriassecret.com)

With removable padding and straps, you can customize this one-piece to suit your personal style.

Draped High-Leg Bandeau Swimsuit, $49.95 (na-kd.com)

This piece tends to run small, so size up for your usual fit.

Rubberized Scuba Swim Strapless One-Piece, $108 (skims.com)

Looking for something a bit funkier? This sporty one-piece is a great option.

Ruched Bandeau One-Piece, $98 (jcrew.com)

The ruched detailing on the front of this one-piece is super sweet, while the bottoms offer full coverage.

Arpel Strapless One-Piece Swimsuit, $230 (veronicabeard.com)

While a bit more of an investment, we adore the split V-neckline on this swimsuit, which also doubles as a bodysuit.

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Published Jul 5, 2023

CARA O’BLENESS

Cara O’Bleness is a writer and editor on the Lifestyle and Trending News team for SI Swimsuit. Prior to joining SI Swimsuit in 2022, she worked as a writer and editor across a number of content verticals, including food, lifestyle, health and wellness, and small business and entrepreneurship. In her free time, O’Bleness loves reading, spending time with her family and making her way through Michigan’s many microbreweries. She is a graduate of Michigan State University’s School of Journalism.