Some of summer’s best pieces are the ones you didn’t know your wardrobe was missing.
This summer, gold has found a new place in the wardrobe. Worn at the waist, draped low across the hips and layered over barely-there bikinis, the gold chain belt has become the finishing touch we keep coming back to.
For Sommer Solaire, that piece is Solara. A delicate gold chain punctuated by sunburst charms and warm amber-toned stones, designed to bring the feeling of jewelry into the swim wardrobe.
And as Solara has made its way from the collection to Sommer Muses around the world, one thing has become clear: the gold chain belt belongs to summer.
The Mood: A Little More Gold
There has always been something about gold and summer. Against sun-warmed skin, it needs very little else.
This season, the focus shifts from jewelry worn around the neck or wrist to pieces that become part of the silhouette itself. A chain skimming the hips brings a different dimension to a bikini, drawing the eye without taking away from the simplicity of the swimwear beneath it.
It is an approach to accessorizing that feels especially suited to the way we dress on vacation. Less about adding more, and more about choosing the one detail that changes the entire look.
INTRODUCING SOLARA
Created for the Sommer Solaire Collection, the Solara Gold Chain Belt brings the collection’s sun-drenched aesthetic into a jewelry-inspired piece designed to be worn directly against the body.
Three signature sunburst charms are set along an adjustable gold chain, each centered with a warm amber-toned stone. The details catch the light as the body moves, while the fine chain allows the piece to sit delicately against swimwear rather than overpowering it.
Its adjustable design also leaves the styling open. Solara can fall low across the hips, sit closer to the waist or be layered over resortwear once the day moves away from the water. It is jewelry designed with the bikini in mind.
FROM MYKONOS TO IBIZA
Perhaps the best way to understand Solara is to see it worn.
Throughout the summer, we have watched Sommer Muses make the belt their own across some of our favorite destinations, pairing the same gold chain with different bikinis, jewelry and settings.
In Mykonos, Jeanne Tzanetou wears Solara low across the hips with a minimal black bikini. Oversized sunglasses and fine gold jewelry complete the look, but the styling remains deliberately restrained. Against black swimwear and bare skin, the amber sunbursts become the detail that holds everything together.
Then, in Ibiza, Victoria Waladau wears Solara for an afternoon on the water with Sommer Swim, celebrating the new collection.
Paired with the Atlas Bandeau Bikini Top and Sole Chain Bottom in Nero Matte, Solara becomes part of a layered gold story. The chain detailing of the swimwear complements the belt’s sunburst charms, while the all-black palette lets the gold stand out against the deep blue of the Balearic Sea.
From Mykonos to Ibiza, each look offers a different take on Solara, showing how one statement piece can transform even the simplest swimwear.
GET THE LOOK
Recreate Victoria’s Sundown, Ibiza look with Nero Matte swimwear and the Solara Gold Chain Belt.
THE FINISHING TOUCH
Summer dressing is often at its best when there is less to think about. A bikini that fits beautifully. Something light to throw over it. Sunglasses. Jewelry that catches the sun. Solara was created to become part of that ritual.
From Mykonos afternoons to sundown in Ibiza, our Sommer Muses have shown us that there is no single way to wear it. Low on the hips, layered with other gold or left to make the statement on its own, the effect is effortless but unmistakable.
This summer, consider the gold chain belt the final piece.
GOLD CHAIN BELT FAQS
What is the Solara Gold Chain Belt made from?
The Solara Belt is crafted from high-quality gold-plated zinc alloy and is nickel-free. It features three signature sunburst charms finished with warm amber-toned stones.
Is the Solara Gold Chain Belt water resistant?
Yes. The Solara Belt is resistant to both chlorine and saltwater, so it can be worn poolside, at the beach and as part of your swimwear look.
Is the Solara Gold Chain Belt adjustable?
Yes. Solara features an adjustable chain designed to sit seamlessly against the body, allowing you to style it around the waist or lower on the hips depending on your look.
How do you style a gold chain belt with a bikini?
Wear the Solara Belt low across the hips to add definition to a minimal bikini without overwhelming the look. Black swimwear creates a striking contrast with gold, while warm neutrals and earthy tones offer a softer pairing. For swimwear with existing gold hardware or chain details, Solara can be layered into the look to create a more considered jewelry story.
What other accessories does Sommer Swim have?
Beyond the Solara Gold Chain Belt, Sommer Swim offers accessories designed to complete your vacation wardrobe, including the Opus Handheld Fan. Pair statement accessories with Sommer swimwear, gold jewelry and lightweight resortwear to take your look from days by the water to long lunches and sundown.
Can I wear the Solara Gold Chain Belt in the pool or ocean?
Yes. Solara is designed to be resistant to chlorine and saltwater, making it suitable for styling with swimwear at the pool or beach.
