[Photos from Net-A-Porter - Contour bikini top, $310, available here; bikini briefs $190, available here]

When I was younger, I spent more time in the pool than out of it–and how gloriously carefree those days used to be. Even as my life seems to get busier and busier, I still crave fun in the sun albeit with some upgrades. This bathing suit does the trick. Spectacularly glam, the leopard-print and retro structured top are so very Dolce & Gabbana–making for a signature style that would almost be worth the splurge. All I'd need to add are some oversized shades and a lounger positioned poolside. 

p.s. Speaking of sunglasses, thanks to everyone who entered my Guess eyewear giveaway…the response was amazing! I'll announce the winners later today and launch a brand NEW giveaway! Excited? You should be!

Want to get the look for less?

[Photo from ASOS - Leopard balconette bikini, now $14, available here;  Leopard tie-side bikini bottoms, $15 available here]