The Best And Most Stylish Wetsuits That Will Keep You Warm – Even In The Coldest Of Waters

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by Lillian Sesiguzel |
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As we bid adieu to summer, it's time to think about swapping your bikini for something a bit warmer, especially if you're planning a staycation on the coast. If you're brave enough to take a plunge in our cool British waters that can quite literally take your breath away, you'll be needing something practical to wear, like a wetsuit.

How do wetsuits keep you warm? If you are looking to invest in a neoprene wetsuit, they work by trapping a thin layer of air between the fabric and your skin, which is then heated up by your body and keeps you warm. Top tip: this is why you never want a wetsuit that is too big, as water will seep in and you will get cold quickly, especially in places like the UK where the water temperature is low.

Before buying a wetsuit, make sure to consider your shape. For example, being top heavy myself, I have avoided sleeveless styles incase the arm holes are cut too big, causing a side-boob situation. A wetsuit is like a second-skin, you should feel secure in it, not like you might fall out of it.

Fastenings on wetsuits is another thing to consider when purchasing. A back zip will normally have a long tie attached, making it easy to do-up. The zip will be the length of your spine and is usually a lot easier to get in and out of, whereas a chest zip is supposedly the best for keeping you warm and for flexibility when in the water. They're a little more challenging to get on, though.

A zip down the front is slightly more stylish, especially as when you're out of the water, you can unzip to your waist more easily. This type of fastening is more common on spring suits, but they usually don't fit as well around the neck, causing flushing (when the cold water sneaks in).

Take a look through the gallery below, where we've selected the most stylish and practical wetsuits available to shop now. Whether you've taken up surfing or simply want to keep warm during swimming, there's plenty of different styles to choose from.

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Ripcurl, Paradise Cove Surf Suit, £79.991 of 17

Ripcurl, Paradise Cove Surf Suit, £79.99

Veronica Beard, Dune Rash-Guard Swimsuit, £1302 of 17

Veronica Beard, Dune Rash-Guard Swimsuit, £130

NABAIJI, Women's Open Water Swimming, £79.993 of 17

NABAIJI, Women's Open Water Swimming, £79.99

Perfect Moment, Long-Sleeved Surfing Swimsuit, £1454 of 17

Perfect Moment, Long-Sleeved Surfing Swimsuit, £145

Roxy, 1.5mm POP Surf Zipperless Long Jane Wetsuit, £1105 of 17

Roxy, 1.5mm POP Surf Zipperless Long Jane Wetsuit, £110

Body Glove, Black & White X-Over Paradise, £1006 of 17

Body Glove, Black & White X-Over Paradise, £100

Picture, Bonnie 2.2 Springsuit, £1007 of 17

Picture, Bonnie 2.2 Springsuit, £100

Neon, Andras Spring Suit, £1258 of 17

Neon, Andras Spring Suit, £125

ION Muse Hot Shorty, £999 of 17

ION, Muse Hot Shorty, £99

Women + Waves x H&M, Long-sleeved swimsuit, £34.9910 of 17

Women + Waves x H&M, Long-sleeved swimsuit, £34.99

Billabong, 1mm Shorty Long Jane Springsuit, £7011 of 17

Billabong, 1mm Shorty Long Jane Springsuit, £70

Une Piece, Original Sexie Rashie Springer, £16712 of 17

Une Piece, Original Sexie Rashie Springer, £167

O'NEILL, Suru-Surf Swimsuit, £3613 of 17

O'NEILL, Suru-Surf Swimsuit, £36

DUSKII, Gisele Long-Sleeved Springsuit, £12514 of 17

DUSKII, Gisele Long-Sleeved Springsuit, £125

Sisstrevolution, 7 Seas 2/2mm Long Sleeve Shorty, £11515 of 17

Sisstrevolution, 7 Seas 2/2mm Long Sleeve Shorty, £115

Mystic Brand, 3/2mm Long Arm Womens Shorty Wetsuit, £89.9516 of 17

Mystic Brand, 3/2mm Long Arm Womens Shorty Wetsuit, £89.95

JOBE, Victoria 3/2MM Reversible Wetsuits, £159,9917 of 17

JOBE, Victoria 3/2MM Reversible Wetsuits, £159,99

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