Designers showcase swimwear creations in the Miami heat

Models took to the runway in Florida on Monday to present the newest swimwear designs from Pistol Panties, Xtra Life Lycra and Poko Pano.

Held at the Raleigh Hotel in Miami Beach, the invitation-only fashion show coincided with the swimwear industry's largest trade show.

The four-day event is part of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, which also sees fashion events run in New York, Los Angeles and Berlin.