IIt’s the eternal question that echoes in group chats near and far: “Where’s the best place to buy swimsuits this year?” There are obvious sources like Target and Abercrombie. But in Dallas, there are a number of under-the-radar stores where you can discover unique, high-quality brands.
We’ve rounded up the best places to buy swimsuits in Dallas, from shops that specialize in swimwear to great boutiques that just happen to carry stunning swimwear that’s sure to get you noticed poolside.
Bask Boutique first debuted its stunning collection of modern swimwear, coverups and accessories in Snider Plaza in 2014. After moving to Inwood Village in 2022, the Dallas-based store now has more space to offer popular modern pool brands like For Love and Lemons, Beach Riot, Frankie’s Bikinis and more.
2. Cabana x Canary
Park Cities
4711 W Lovers Lane
Dallas, TX 75209 | Map
Each of Merry Vose’s three stores on West Lovers Lane – Cabana, Canary and Clover – has its own personality and aesthetic, but Cabanais specifically geared more towards the poolside crowd. (The concept was first introduced in Vose’s Devonshire pool house, after all.) Behind the lavender doors, you can spot chic sets and eye-catching one-pieces by Lisa Marie Fernandez and Ulla Johnson.
3. Everything except water
Preston Hollow
6139 Luther Lane
Dallas, TX 75225 | Map
Since its founding in the 1980s, Everything But Water has been one of the most comprehensive places to shop for swimwear in Dallas—or in the many other cities that have a resortwear chain store. It helps that EBW is always on the cutting edge, with contemporary brands like Tropic of C, Farm Rio and Hunza sitting alongside Becca and Ralph Lauren.
4. Kat + Noelle
Park Cities
5710 W Lovers Ln Suite 102
Dallas, TX 75209 | Map
Named after the owner’s two daughters, Kat + Noelle offers a carefully curated selection of clothing, shoes and home goods from brands not often seen in Dallas. In addition to chic cowboy boots from Toral and Colombian women’s fashion label Atelier 1756, the Lovers Lane boutique also stocks sustainable Brazilian swimwear from EMI and eye-catching one-pieces from Visual Mood.
5. Nicole Kwon
Uptown
3699 McKinney Ave Suite 530
Dallas, TX 75204 | Map
Designer Nicole Kwon has an eye for what works and a knack for curating understated, cool-girl brands like Paloma Wool and RG Kane (along with her own private label from Korea). At her West Village flagship store, Kwon uses her talents to showcase distinctive swimwear brands like Tori Praver, Agua Bendita and Simon Miller.
6. reformation
Knox-Henderson NorthPark
2815 N Henderson Avenue
Dallas, TX 75206 | Map
The NorthPark Center welcomed the cool Californian brand after its month-long pop-up in Highland Park Village reformation second store in Dallas—the first opened on Henderson Avenue in 2017. Innovative touchscreens and carefully arranged racks of sustainably produced clothing (including a selection of streamlined swimwear) create a futuristic shopping utopia.
7. St. Bernard
Park Cities
5570 W. Lovers Lane #388
Dallas, TX 75209 | Map
Years after dropping the word “Sports” from its name, the Texas-based retailer still offers a wide selection of snowboards, yetis and ski boots. But you’ll also find a wide selection of apparel for men, women and kids at St. Bernard, including an extensive swimwear category with sets from Hunza, Maygel Coronel and Solid & Striped.
8. Wyld Blue
Uptown
4205 Buena Vista Street
Dallas, TX 75205 | Map
The upscale swimwear and lifestyle boutique—founded by Australian-born fashion stylist and former Surf Lodge creative director Sasha Benz—has just a handful of perfectly beautiful stores in Montauk, Aspen, New York’s West Village and Dallas. Opening in late summer 2024 in the Terminal at Katy Trail, the sun-drenched shop features a unique mix of designers as well as Wyld Blue’s own label (exclusive to its stores). The well-rounded space, a bespoke marvel in its own right, also includes Homewares, accessories, jewelry and a wide selection of children’s clothing.
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