The Bite Magazine - issue 16

A s the name would suggest, Pistol Panties is a brand with more than just a little attitude. With a range of sexy yet retro glam swim- wear, theirs is a style that’s guaranteed to stand out amongst the endless cookie cutter bikinis that are set to litter your summer sunbathing sessions. Deborah Fleming, a British/Colombian designer founded Pistol Panties with a desire to create beautifully designed and well-cut swimwear with a focus on great quality fabric and perfect manufac- turing. Uniting her love for quirky style and feminine glamour, her range is super flattering and includes something beauti- ful for all shapes and sizes. Having spent 20 years in the fashion industry, Fleming’s work has ranged from designing theatre costumes to managing all production for Disney UK’s childrenswear and her eclectic tastes combined with a meticu- lous attention to detail are reflected in every piece of Pistol Panties swimwear. The Parisian-born designer had a pretty cosmopolitan upbringing, living every- where from Miami, Geneva, London, New York and the undoubted home of swimwear, Los Angeles, meaning that her designs are equally diverse and cosmo- politan and the range truly is diverse. Whilst the mainstay trends of swimwear (such as those contrasting black trims and Bardot-esque stripes) that we all know and love are present, there are also Fleming’s quirky touches, such as single strapped bandeaus and bralet styles with a salacious zip running up the centre, to ensure that each look remains inimitable. Everyone from SukiWaterhouse to Kelly Brook is a fan and the brand has grown to be stocked everywhere from Figleaves to ASOS and it’s not hard to see why.The joy of the collection is that it’s really fun, cheeky and vibrant; these are swimsuits you’ll actually have fun in and thanks to their excellent cut, ones you’ll be com- fortable in as well.The prints range from geometric to super bright and floral and most come in more than one style so if you absolutely love the kaleidoscope print but halter neck isn’t really your style then you still have options. And if Hitting The Beach Retro Style Pistol Panties Gina Gill discovers British/Colombian designer Deborah Fleming’s brand of quirky styled and feminine glamour swimwear that may just afford you the opportunity to sun on Clark Gable’s yacht.