Be a bikini babe this summer like Kim Kardashian for less!

When I think of summer, I automatically think of the bikini. How I’m going to fit in it, what kind will I pick, and with this crazy recession…how will I afford one?!

So when I received and invitation from the fabulous folks from Marshall’s and TJ Maxx to come and check out their summer styles I got really excited! I knew with the hot weather coming in across the states all the ladies would be prepping their bodies and wallets to hit the beach.

As a celebrity blogger, I see a lot of picture of beautiful people. There is no denying that the owner of the hottest Hollywood body right now is by far Kim Kardashian. So I used her as a model to find looks fans will want to emulate at a fraction of the retail price.

Here are some of the Kim Kardashian inspired looks I found at my local Marshall’s.

This is a super cute swim suit that is kind of a one piece but kind of a bikini. It definitely pushes the line in beachwear! It is even made by a brand called “Playa” which means beach in Spanish. With the price tag of $19.99 it really can’t be beat.

One of the hottest brands I saw featured at my local Marshall’s was Baby Phat. Their bikini’s were all styled like KimK wears but since you are buying from an off-price department store you will be paying a lot less.

This silver bikini was so hot that after I took this pictures I put it in my cart and took it home!

A few months ago the reality star had been in Miami and rocked a super similar suit that I’m sure set her back a couple of hundred at least. But this beauty only set me back $19.99!!

Yes this sexy, Baby Phat suit was only $19.99 if ya don’t believe me I can email you a picture of the price tag.

This pretty purple number also went home with me!

Someone must have told Marshall’s about my love of shopping, this was barely work for me. This sweet suite is ultra modern and features a nice purple color that goes looks good on women of all colors.

Plus that leopard pattern is all the rage right now.

It is also a Baby Phat bathing suit and also cost only $19.99. With these prices, I was able to buy three different bikini’s for less than one regular priced suit costs at most retailers!

This Roxy bikini was a magnificent find! I loved the colors and thought it gave me a completely different look than the others did. And at $24.99, you know this is on heavy rotation at my pool.

For any of you who are enjoying the trend of the one piece that has made a stylist comeback, this one is for you! This adorable yellow bandeau swimsuit is made by Juicy Couture. Yes you CAN find Juicy at Marshall’s!

The regular price for this stylist suit is $90.00 but they have it available for $39.99!

Now that I’ve shared all my favorite styles for the water, I invite you to share with me what styles you like. Did you like the ones I chose? Tell me which one.

I will pick out one of readers to win a gift card to use at your local Marshall’s or TJ Maxx and get your own suit!

Sound off below and have a safe summer.