You’ll notice that no-one is yet sticking their necks out to forecast a barbecue summer, after last year’s farrago.

Still, that doesn’t mean we can’t live in hope.

And what better way to nail your colours to the mast than invest in a brand new swimwear ensemble?

Whether you’re a bikini girl or more of a swimsuit babe – or, indeed, whether you just like to chill out by the pool in something classy and floaty – check out our finds among the current crop of designs from the High Street and major internet retailers.

Because when you look this good, who cares what the weather does?