Burkinis are both stylish and practical - in pictures

  • Australian-Lebanese designer Aheda Zanetti, centre, is credited with founding the modern burkini. Photo: Saeed Khan / AFP
    Australian-Lebanese designer Aheda Zanetti, centre, is credited with founding the modern burkini. Photo: Saeed Khan / AFP
  • Swimwear brand Maya offers modest costumes in adult and smaller sizes.
    Swimwear brand Maya offers modest costumes in adult and smaller sizes.
  • Nur Swimwear offers swim 'jumpsuits' and a cap that can be styled in various ways.
    Nur Swimwear offers swim 'jumpsuits' and a cap that can be styled in various ways.
  • A burkini offers protection from harmful UV rays. Photo: Modanisa
    A burkini offers protection from harmful UV rays. Photo: Modanisa
  • The design is a convenient beach-to-boardwalk option. Photo: Mayovera
    The design is a convenient beach-to-boardwalk option. Photo: Mayovera
  • Solid colours aside, burkinis now fun prints and silhouettes. Photo: Mayovera
    Solid colours aside, burkinis now fun prints and silhouettes. Photo: Mayovera
  • Burkinis can be styled and accessorised. Photo: Modanisa
    Burkinis can be styled and accessorised. Photo: Modanisa
  • Sport brands are jumping on the burkini bandwagon, such as with this full bodysuit offering from Speedo.
    Sport brands are jumping on the burkini bandwagon, such as with this full bodysuit offering from Speedo.
  • Burkinis are a convenient option for those with sensitive skin. Photo: Madamme BK
    Burkinis are a convenient option for those with sensitive skin. Photo: Madamme BK