The Mercedes Benz Fashion Swim 2008 event is scheduled for July 11-14 2007.? It?s the show to catch bikinis and swimsuits for?next?season,?with show sponsors including Lycra, Sunsilk,

We?ll kick things off with Badgley Mischka ; the designers might be famous for a formal couture and python handbags the rest of the year, but swim season is a whole new arena.? We expect to see darker colors and streamlined silhouettes that complement the classic styles of these two designers; catch up with them at the Beachway on July 11.

Ashley Paige will host a collection on July 13, at the Cabana Grand.? This year?s swim collection includes plenty of crochet and beads with a contemporary bohemian look.? Expect to see cowboy boots, bright stitching, and knit halter bikinis.? Nautical stripes and oversized crochet bags are another top pick this year.

Ashley Paige 2007

CIA Maritima???will feature the swim collection at the Oasis on July 11.? ?Almost two decades old, this designer has reached the high ranks to become the biggest beachwear company in Latin America .? Trekking over to the U.S. , we?re looking forward to some sizzling Latin infusion.? Turquoise, orange, and floral prints are expected to dazzle on the runway; we?re setting our sights on cute sarongs, beach frocks, and burnt orange one-pieces.

While True Religion has become famous for designer jeans and denim-lined corduroys and skirts, we hope to see denim in new form for the beach.? The L.A.-based designer will share its collection on July 12 at the Oasis.

Jessica Simpson recently launched her signature brand of shoes, accessories, and clothing with a fresh new fashion label.? Her swim collection will take center stage on July 14 at the Cabana Grande.? Complementing her own personal style, her line of swimwear will be modeled by Ms. Simpson herself.

Gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated in 2006, Ank by Mirla Sabino is sure to make some waves this year.? Last year?s collection included bold orange, python, and psychedelic prints for bikinis complemented with keyhole one-pieces in white and tan.? We?re expecting more crochet in white and black, along with plenty of form-fitting strapless one-pieces.? The collection will be featured on the Beachway on July 13. ?

The countdown to Miami Fashion Week 2008 has begun.? IMG World is the prestigious organization that produces fashion week each year.???

We?re counting down the days to Miami Fashion Week 2008 Collections; stay tuned for day-by-day updates in July!