Bikinis

How much skin do you want to show?

The bikinis on this page are made to be seen rather than for swimming lengths. So the main question is how much skin you want to show.

• Triangle bikini triangular cups on ties that you tighten or loosen yourself, classic and adjustable.
• Thong bikini bottoms with a narrow back, sometimes with a matching crop top. The effect is the same as with the thongs in our lingerie range.
• Crotchless bikini a strappy design with an open bottom that can stay on while you make love. This is really an erotic bikini that works as lingerie, just like the bodies and knickers among the crotchless lingerie.
• Monokini a single piece with cut-outs and shine, just as daring as a bikini. More styles are among the sexy monokinis.

Which sexy bikini suits which occasion?

The Inez strappy crotchless bikini from Daring Intimates is made mostly of straps and has an open crotch, so it is truly one to wear as lingerie. The Shimmery Underboob Monokini from Mapale sparkles and shows the underside of the breasts, which makes it lovely for a party or a photo shoot. CalExotics makes a separate Triangle Bikini Top that you can pair with a thong or briefs you already own. Because each piece has its own character, it is worth picking the one that matches the moment you have in mind.

Where do you wear a sexy bikini?

A sexy bikini comes into its own where you are meant to be seen, such as a themed party, a festival or a photo shoot. At home it makes a surprising alternative to lingerie, for example in a hot tub or on a warm evening in the garden. Pair it with a sheer sarong or an open blouse if you don’t want to reveal everything at once. On the beach or at the pool, a regular bikini is the better choice, because these designs are made mainly for the look.

Can you swim in a sexy bikini?

Check the product description to see whether a bikini is meant as swimwear, because glossy, sheer or strappy styles look best kept dry. Chlorine, salt water and sun cream all wear down elastane and shine. If you wear it as lingerie, look for soft fabric and a snug fit. To show a little less through the fabric, combine it with nipple covers.

How do you choose the right bikini size?

With a set, go by the size of the top, because cups are less forgiving than bottoms with ties. Compare your bust and hip measurements with the size chart on the product page. A top with ties at the neck and back lets you adjust the fit yourself, whereas a fixed top comes in one size only. Tie the strings with a double knot, so they don’t come loose when the fabric stretches. Hand-wash your bikini in cold water, don’t wring it out and let it dry flat, out of the sun.

Love the two-piece look but don’t need it to be swimwear? The lingerie sets offer the same idea in lace and wet look, or with suspenders.

Frequently asked questions about sexy bikinis