Making a Splash: Your Ultimate Guide to Bikini Styles
Most of us can’t remember a time when a bikini was not considered traditional beach-wear But the truth is, the bikini wasn’t considered mainstream until the early 60’s. Initially the bikini came about during the first world war era when fabrics were rationed and some smart designers came up with an answer to the swim suit dilemma. Less fabric equals less coverage and hence a new era in women’s swimwear fashion was born.
Today the choices in bikinis are endless. From inexpensive triangle tops that often simply tie at the neck and at the back, to bra-sized that are well engineered bikini tops that support cup sizes to K and beyond. Today there is a bikini for every woman who wants to wear one.
Underwire bikini tops offer excellent support for those who need it and women can feel as supported and well covered as they do in their full coverage bra. Several brands offer convertible straps so that the top can be worn in a traditional look or it can be worn as a halter top or straps can be crisscrossed for a more athletic or ‘racerback’ look. Often this is the choice of beach volleyball athletes or paddle boarders for example as the straps never run the risk of slipping. Conversely, several bikini tops are considered ‘bandeau’ styles where the top is constructed much like a strapless bra and in order to avoid tan lines, the straps can be completely removed and the bikini remains in place! (Given the correct size top is being worn). In some cases the bandeau bikini top does come with thin straps that can be attached for extra confidence and support when sunbathing is finished and fun activities are about to begin!
Need more pop up top? Push-up bikini tops offer a plumping up of the breast tissue and for some women this is what they want to enhance their shape. Better brands offer push up pads that become less saturated when wet. In fact, women might opt to use a silicone push-up in their swim suit which can be moved from suit to suit. Why not? If it feel and looks good , Do It.
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Clearly as fashions evolve so will the bikini top. Some designers offer ruffles, double or triple straps, cut-out…the sky is the limit But in the end, the bikini must fit well (like your bra) and if it brings you Joy, then That is the Bikini for you! As we've always said, look after it by rinsing it after each use in a product like Forever New swimwear wash to remove traces of chlorine or salt and you will be enjoying that bikini for quite some time.
Now, Which bottom will you pair that bikini top with? That’s a Whole other topic. And whether they should match or not, oh boy. This is a discussion for another day. But as for your bikinis? Come in and let us get you the right fit so you feel confident and supported.