super hottest bikini photos of Carol Alt

Carol ruled the 80s wearing a wide variety of one-pieces, including wild strapless suits, more sporty types and even a Baywatch-style number long before the TV show made them popular.

It’s time to face facts. Summer is on its way out and while we’re sad to see it go, it’s the prime time to bask in the rays of some super sexy swimwear courtesy of the top swimsuit models of all time.

We’re talking 70s trailblazers, 80s legends, 90s supermodels and the new wave of bathing beauties.

These icons of the surf and sand sizzled in everything from revealing bikinis to surprisingly seductive one-pieces, providing plenty of inspiration along the way regarding how to style swimwear.

So without further ado, let’s dive right in and check out the swimsuit models who made the biggest splash.