Keep reading to see some the office favorite men in swimwear.

Indian activists burned the Australian flag while holding up photocopies of Lisa Blue’s controversial Lakshmi-print maillot from her presentation at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week held in Sydney last week.

Rajan Zed, a Hindu statesman, released a statement condemning the one-piece :

“Lakshmi was meant to be worshipped in temples or home shrines and not for pushing swimwear in fashion shows for mercantile greed of an apparel company.”

In return, Lisa Blue Swimwear issued an apology, pulled the designs and halted production of the suit, saying:

“The use of images of Goddess Lakshmi was not in any way a measure of calculated risk taking, simply it was a desire to celebrate different cultures and share that through our brand.”

And that’s exactly why you don’t celebrate different cultures. But seriously, religion is always, has always and will always be the touchiest of subjects for people, so it’s understandable that the Hindu community would be upset over the seeming commercialization of their faith.

But should Lisa Blue have stuck to her guns and kept the goddess Lakshmi bathing suit? Though she never intended the piece to be an inflammatory statement by any means, she has a right to her opinion and a right to express herself through her craft. Thoughts?

Well, either way, at least we all know a thing or two about Lisa Blue — no publicity is bad publicity.  [Daily Telegraph Australia, NY Daily News]

Womens:

Make a splash this summer in adidas® board shorts!  Cut a little longer but still with a girly look, the adidas® Bailey 4-Inch Board Shorts feature a shoelace-style drawstring on the wide elastic waist, iconic adidas® 3-stripes on the legs and a sleek coin pocket.  Perfect for sport or play, these shorts also make a cute cover up over your favorite bathing suit.

Mens:

Rip it up this summer in these adidas® Finley E-Board Shorts. These sweet boardies feature a convenient pocket on one leg, a drawcord waist for great fit and contrasting-color details.  Rock them in the surf or on the boardwalk.

HOW TO ENTER: Email: Mac@FashionIndie.com with what your summer plans are and where you’ll be wearing these board shorts. Bonus points if you attach a picture of your water side summer style.

Good Luck!

Aside from wanna be queen bees, Taylor Warren is probably the only diva who can make so many sparkles look insanely addicting. Her petite and bold features she offers are killer with her pale skin and seductive hot suits… which personally to me look like overly done bathing suits, but if the shoe fits why not shine in nothing but the best…

“Sparkle and twinkle, shimmer and shine, all the glitter she’s filled with let her drown you in it…You must admit in these colorful suits, she almost looks good enough to eat.”

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Aside from wanna be queen bees, Taylor Warren is probably the only diva who can make so many sparkles look insanely addicting. Her petite and bold features she offers are killer with her pale skin and seductive hot suits… which personally to me look like overly done bathing suits, but if the shoe fits why not shine in nothing but the best…

“Sparkle and twinkle, shimmer and shine, all the glitter she’s filled with let her drown you in it…You must admit in these colorful suits, she almost looks good enough to eat.”

More of TAYLOR WARREN FOR VISUAL #3 ALBUM

A timeless bathing suit, like this Sandy Triangle Bikini by Melissa Odabash ($80, down from $205), is a great swim staple to add to your repertoire.

Get this Red Carter Eyelet Bikini top ($45, down from $90) and bottom ($45, down from $90), both for half price, and find out why Kim Kardashian loves Red Carter bathing suits.

Look slimmer in this Kenneth Cole New York Going Greek bathing suit ($58.80, down from $98). Anything that hides side boob and enhances a tan is a-ok with us.

If you were too scared to rock a cut-0ut bathing suit, now is the time to be brave with this patterned Ella Moss Monet Cut-Out bathing suit ($104.50, down from $129).

A fall inspired printed bathing suit, like this Batik Print Tankini ($29, down from $49) is a great way to help transition from flip flops to faux fur.

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Most of us have seen this picture before, c’mon ladies have some decency! This picture reminds me of Jenny Jones, Maury & Jerry Springer episodes when the obesely overweight women would be brought on the show by their “loved ones” to tell them to start covering up and their defense was always the same… “Well they make it in my size so I’m gonna wear it!” Ladies – just because they make it in your size DOESN’T mean you should wear it! I personally think that the manufacturers who do create skank wear in these sizes should be brought to justice!

Talk about some awkward tan lines! At least she waxes, right?!!

Her upper thighs are so skeletal and sickly looking.  She used to be pretty and normal looking.

I didn’t know Hot Topic made pleather bathing suits in this size.

Thank you for keep your sarong on Rachel Zoe.  When I first saw these photos I felt sorry for RZ and her denial of her weight issues. Go bananas and eat a steak or 20 girl!!

Not sure if fuschia is his color?

No comment.

Pretty sure homegirl is  wearing this bathing suit backwards… At least she’s smiling.

Sorry honey, I think your bottoms are just a smidgen too small!
It really boggles my mind as to why any woman would want to do this to her body? It disgusts me!

BONUS!!!

Of course we can’t leave out Borat!

Marlena Szoka gets the blood running with this spread from Marie Claire Italia which features the model topless on beautiful beaches in nothing but black bathing suits. I absolutely love every piece featured in this original spread. Check out all the photos by heading to ENVY.

Brazilian born designer Paula Hermanny is having a sale on swimsuits and coverups from her brand ViX, letting you save up to 55% off!  If you’re not familiar with Hautelook, you are really missing out! Hautelook provides its members with limited time designer sales everyday.  Today it’s ViX, the cool swimsuit brand that’s made with the best lycra, reinvented every year!  The suits have great detailing and there’s tons of bold prints and colors, head over to Hautelook and join to participate in this sale!

The Aerin Rose line of separates allows women to find the perfect suit that fits everybody and every body…With bra sized separates (from AA to DDD and even G) in many different styles and designs, you need to look no further when finding the perfect suit.

The moment you slip on an Aerin Rose swimsuit, you will see the superior construction on the inside, allowing for great fit and functionality.  The suits start by incorporating the basic elements of a well-fitted bra (cup depth, specially lined fabrics and strap width). Then, rigorous testing and fitting sessions ensure that the designs on the outer silhouette create a clean and contemporary look around the foundation garment that lies within. The final result is a swimsuit that uses a slim back line, formed cups, bracing and underwire that enhance your natural curves and make you look as great as you feel.

Take it from a girl with big boobs, it’s hard to find a suit these days, with so many skimpy ill fitting styles, the Aerin Rose suit is a miracle. I’ve never found a suit that fits so well (my fave, the one I ordered, is above), and still looks girly and beach ready. Forget Victoria’s Secret, with their overpriced, cheaply made suits that only look good on Gisele (that would be photoshop), and order from the experts of bathing suits…

Soaking wet denim has never been on the top of my list of things I crave, but a couple of ill advised designers are hoping you jump into a pair of dungaree bikinis.

LINKAGE: Ready To Get Your Denim Wet?

Fierce. Edgy. Unique. These are words that captivate the essence of Keva Johnson, creative head of KEVA by Keva J. Keva began her journey by being a fashionista through out high school. When she graduated college in 2005, with a BS in Apparel Design, she moved to Miami to pursue her dreams of being world renown. In March 2006 Project Runway came to Miami inviting contestants to tryout for season 3 of their hit show. Keva awaited with hundreds of other designers anticipating an opportunity on the show. Placing in the first of 23 people who qualified to the next round of Project Runway, she made it to first alternate. While no one dropped out allowing her the chance to be on the show, this only championed her to work all the more harder. It is said that an innovator creates something new and is always remembered for that trade. The final touches are being made in preparation for her debut fashion show. Keva J is prepared to show the world what KEVA is truly all about.