As the summer of swimsuits starts, we’ve brought together the sexiest all-in-ones for you

IT’S time to bin the bikini – 2016 is the year of the swimsuit.

While the all-in-one was once seen as the frumpy option, it has been given an incredible makeover – and model Poppy Delevingne now says one-pieces are “the new bikinis”.

She’s right. Gone are the days of functional but ill-fitting cossies – the High Street is now full of super-sexy styles that are both cheeky and bold, featuring plunging necklines and lace-up panels.

Here, Fashion Editor JOELY CHILCOTT picks out some of the best looks around and rates their sex factor so you’ll be sure to achieve poolside perfection.

TIE-DYE SWIMSUIT (£34, Topshop)

Literally held together by a bit of string, this one-piece only just qualifies as a swimsuit.

But the design certainly offers great tanning potential, even if it does mean it’s not one for the faint of heart.

 Sex factor rating: 3star

KHAKI PLUNGE HALTERNECK SWIMSUIT (£14.99, New Look; sunglasses, £12, Asos.com)

Take the plunge with this V-neck swimsuit which is sexy yet subtle.

If you’re a little more reserved, it ensures you leave something to the imagination.

Sex factor rating: 2star

EVANGELINA PLUNGE SWIMSUIT (£20, Prettylittle thing.com; bangles, £8.50, Dorothy Perkins)

Add a real “wow” factor to your holiday wardrobe with this ultra-plunging cossie.

This design is not for shrinking ­violets but it is sure to get ­temperatures rising.

 Sex factor rating: 5star

RI RESORT LATTICE SWIMSUIT (£35, River Island)

If your best asset is your booty, bag a swimsuit to show it off.

A sexy lattice panel will draw all eyes down for a dazzling appearance.

 Sex factor rating: 2star

BLACK MESH SWIMSUIT (£30, Missguided.co.uk)

You won’t look a mesh in this daring cossie, which just about protects your modesty.

Sex factor rating: 4star

ORANGE STRAP DETAIL SWIMSUIT (£25, Missguided.co.uk)

Cheeky cut-out panels flash the flesh without being over-baring, while the straps hold everything in place.

Perfect for a pool party.

 Sex factor rating: 3star

WHITE TIE-FRONT SWIMSUIT (£20, Misspap.co.uk; sunglasses, £18, River Island)

Look a bit of all-white in this cossie. With a lattice front AND sides, it’s a choice for the bold.

 Sex factor rating: 4star

BLACK HIGH-NECK CUT-OUT SWIMSUIT (£35, Rare London; earrings, £1.99, New Look)

This bondage-style one-piece oozes Fifty Shades of sex appeal.

The tight elasticated straps across the torso will make you stand out for all the right reasons.

Sex factor rating: 5star

ENTER our competition to find the nation’s best Beach Bod.

Simply email beachbod@the-sun.co.uk with your name and ­contact details in the body of the email, and attach a photo of yourself in your favourite swimwear, before 11.59pm on Sunday July 10, 2016.

Don’t forget to use our picture top tips, found at mcb777.fun.

The two winners, as chosen by a judging panel, will each receive a £1,000 prize and a photoshoot with The Sun.
T&Cs: UK/ROI residents 18+ only. Closes 23.59, 10/07/2016. Entries may be published. Full T&Cs apply, see mcb777.fun/beachbod.