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Bikinis never go out of style during the year’s hottest months.

By Erin Cormier

“There are lots of women on the North Shore who stay home or have had babies and just want to look sexy,” says Julie Reppucci, a 26-year-old former fit consultant who now runs her own custom design bathing suit business. Reppucci started the company by designing suits for her own Vegas vacations and local pool parties. Now, she works out of her basement in Dracut and holds private shows at clients’ homes. Her most popular suit? An asymmetrical, over-the-shoulder two-piece with an open back. Prices range from $150 to $400. 978-265-4567, juliereppucci.com.

Black Polka Dot bikini

Black Polka Dot Bandeau,$38,

Victoria’s Secret,

Ruffle String Bottom, $24.69 Aerie.

 

 

blue bikini

Gossip Collection Bohemian Bandeau,

$43, String Tie Bottoms, $38,

Paul’s Sportswear & Snowboard Shop.

 

purple bikini

Shoshanna ‘Made With Love’ I Kat Ring halter,

$92, and bottom, $79, Helene M.

 

 

 

flower pattern bikini

Cosabella Verushka Padded Halter, $110,

Verushka Hot Pants, $95, Night & Day.

 

 

yellow and green bikini

Bandeau, $36.50, Center String Bottom,

$24.50, Gap Body.

 

 

blue string bikini

Triangle Halter, $38, String Bottom,

$38, Victoria’s Secret.

 

 

brown bikini

Root Tortoise Ring Halter, $46, Tortoise

Ring Hipster, $44, J. Crew.