Where other then California would you find the best swim and surf wear shops? La Jolla offers an assortment of fashionable and functional pieces to suit any beach-style fashionista, weather a sophisticated jetsetter vacationing at the La Jolla coast or a windblown, tan, active, flip-flop-wearing surfer on the hunt for the perfect break. Chic on the beach San Diego’s premier baiting suit retail store, Sauvage, located at 1025 Prospect St., is unlike any other in La Jolla. There you can find sexy poolside-style designs catering to sophisticated men and women who appreciate things that are chic and unusual. Sauvage baiting suits are designed locally by Elizabeth Southwood to have plenty of attitude. Her eye-catching suits are not only loved by La Jolla and its visitors, but they are enjoyed worldwide — One of her “Starlet” style bikinis is worn by the gorgeous Russian supermodel Irina Shayk on the cover of the 2011 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition. Other bathing suits from Sauvage are designed with interesting cut-out details to accentuate feminine curves or adorned with jeweled embellishment to accessories the sunbather’s wardrobe. The men’s line is equally elegant — perfect for the man who prefers a more fitted bathing suit rather than a board short. Swimwear for the swimmer Title Nine swimwear, located at 7855 Herschel Ave. Suite 100, caters to active women who need a great-fitting suit they can actually swim in. Co-owner Beth Marshall says her customers want active swimwear that is cute and colorful to compliment their athletic bodies. Here you can find casual styles perfect for swimming laps, surfing and just looking good. A bathing suit is not just always in fashion when you live in Southern Californian, but it’s a wardrobe staple when your life is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean. La Jollans can never have too much swimwear and these two shops provide active beach-goers and glamorous pool-partiers with top-notch trends for this spring and summer.