The difference between classic and iconic? It’s all about who wears the look. Case in point, the red one-piece swimsuits worn by the stars of Baywatch, the ’90s TV show featuring Pamela Anderson as a lifeguard patrolling the beaches of Los Angeles County. And, while Anderson certainly popularized the look, the truth is that lifeguards have been wearing red one-piece suits for ages. Then, perhaps this suit is both classic and iconic.
Olivia Wilde seems to think so. The A-lister shared a photo of herself hanging poolside wearing the Pamela Anderson-approved cheeky swimsuit by Frankie’s Bikinis paired with cut-off denim shorts, extreme cat eye sunglasses, and hopefully plenty of SPF. How’s that for a red white and blue Independence Day look?
Whether you’re looking to swim laps, catch some rays, or even literally save lives (thank you, summer lifeguards), the classic red swimsuit will always be instantly recognizable as a summer staple. Ahead, shop 9 red swimsuits under $100 to wear this summer; the Baywatch vibes will soon follow.
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