A) The Runway
At first glance, maybe this bathing suit would be worn on a normal basis.
Now check out the back: 
I guess not so much anymore. Pierre Garroudi is an innovator, but maybe this should just remain on the runway and away from the beaches.
(http://www.fashionshowroom.com/swimwear.htm)
B) The Red Carpet
Here is Uma Thurman wearing the simple but bold color type bikini (http://www.handbag.com/galleries/gallery/style_trends/fashion_buys/fashion_bikinismodel/)
C) The Rack
Click right over to:
http://www.jcrew.com/catalog/product.jhtml?id=prod80895391&catId=cat170300
which is the place to buy simple solid colored bikinis. Want to design it even more? Not to worry, they even allow you to design your own bathing suit to still get the hot look like Uma Thurman for a lower price.