The coastal grandma aesthetic might be all the rage right now but is it too much to ask that our bikini bottoms be full, stylish and sun safe? (Burnt cheeks are no joke.) And if you’re someone who likes to spend their summer in the pool – doing lengths, showing off an impressive handstand, playing mermaids – it’s important to have a style of bottom that doesn’t ride up.
As much as we love a micro bottom for minimising tan lines and providing Hot Girl Summer vibes, sometimes you want a more reserved style to kick back and relax in. So for those who prefer to be a tad more covered up on holiday, we’ve compiled a list of appropriate swimwear for your next trip away.
Looking for a high-waisted brief with a bold pattern? What about a crinkle-cut bottom in a neon colourway? We’ve got all the options you could wish for. To take a peek at the best full-coverage bikini bottoms on the market right now, click through the slideshow ahead…
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Arket Textured Bikini Briefs, $, available at Arket
Good American Sparkle Swim Brief, $, available at Good American
COS High Waisted Bikini Briefs, $, available at COS
We Are We Wear Reversible Tia High Waist Brazilian Pant, $, available at We Are We Wear
Stay Wild Swim The Nomad Bikini Bottom, $, available at Stay Wild
Finisterre Anella Reversible High Waist Bikini Pant, $, available at Finisterre
Monki Citrus Print High-Waisted Bikini Briefs, $, available at Monki
Form and Fold The Rise Clay Bottom, $, available at Form and Fold
Ayla Retro Tie Bottoms, $, available at Ayla
Everlane The High-Rise Hipster Bottom, $, available at Everlane
Mango High-Waist Bikini Bottoms, $, available at Mango
RIXO Jenny Bottom, $, available at Rixo
ASOS DESIGN Curve Recycled Mix and Match High Waist Bikini Bottom, $, available at ASOS
Ganni Bikini Bottoms, $, available at Yoox
Lululemon Waterside High-Waist Skimpy-Fit Swim Bottom, $, available at Lululemon
Youswim Poise High Waist Two-Piece, $, available at Youswim
Marks & Spencer Gingham High Waisted Bikini Bottoms, $, available at Marks & Spencer
AllSaints Dara Racer Bikini Bottoms, $, available at AllSaints
Frankies Bikinis Lisa Terry Full Coverage Bikini Bottom, $, available at Frankies Bikinis
Bershka Surfer T-Shirt and Briefs, $, available at Bershka
Paper London Helena Bottoms – I Scream Icecream, $, available at Paper London
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