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A Bunch of Oscar-Worthy Bathing Suits

Congratulations, you’ve made it to the unofficial official start of summer. Which means, time for movies with huge explosions. Also, pools. So, naturally, we went out and found a bunch of big-screen-inspired bathing suits. Perfect for cannonballs/stunt-double work.

CASINO ROYALE

The James Bond Bathing Suit

What It Is: These snug-fitting, glacier-colored trunks are masculine enough to be worn by a secret agent... but short enough to be worn by a European.
When to Wear It: While walking out of the Mediterranean Sea in slow motion. As the Bond theme plays. In your head.

CHARIOTS OF FIRE

The Jogging Trunk

What It Is: Vintage reversible boardshorts. Plaid on one side and white on the other. It’s important to always have the option of “going plaid” at a moment’s notice.
When to Wear It: After Memorial Day. So, now.

FROM HERE TO ETERNITY

An Incredibly Attractive Swimsuit

What It Is: A dashing, double-lined Italian swimsuit that’s woven at Lake Como. We assume Clooney’s got a pair.
When to Wear It: During a passionate kiss in the surf. You: in a steamy embrace. Waves: crashing all around you. Sand: getting in places you never knew sand could get...

POINT BREAK

A Bathing Suit for Your Whole Body

What It Is: It’s a super-stretch neoprene wetsuit with a three-hole drainage system and built-in kneepads. Goes great with a tan. And a Swayze mullet.
When to Wear It: Anytime you want to give off the impression that you ride 15-foot waves for a living. Or train dolphins.

THE BLUE LAGOON

Okay, It’s the Loincloth

What It Is: Two words: deerskin loincloth. Two more words: conversation starter. Three more words: no tan lines.
When to Wear It: In your backyard. Or in France.