High waisted swimsuit bottoms, am I crazy? Yes, maybe a bit, but let me make a case for them and then you can decide for yourself.
First off, for those with long torsos, one pieces can be difficult because of the one piece wedgie, so they typically need two pieces.
Secondly, the high waisted bottom is a really great tankini alternative.
Thirdly, for the gals who want to wear a bikini but don’t always feel comfortable in them in every situation, these high waisted bottoms give them a little more coverage.
Fourthly, if you’re not completely comfortable with your tummy but want to wear a two piece, what about a high waisted swimsuit bottom?
Not sold? Check out this instagram picture…
Yup, @carolyn_mara has you sold doesn’t she? Well, she sold me and my friends. In a matter of days, I had three different friends screenshot this picture and send it to me. She looks da-r-ling. So off I went to give the high waisted swimsuit a spin.
Below are the bottoms that worked for me and my friends. Yes, these have been tried on and tested, but none of us felt like taking awkward swimsuit pictures. I personally like the black bottoms because I can mix and match them with my bikini tops. We all agree that we really like it when our bottoms are mostly covered, if not completely covered our belly buttons, and these all passed the test!
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Bottom Links: Black High Waist Bottom – Xhilaration, Arc Bottom – Made by Dawn, Black High Waist Bottom – Becca, Brigitte High Waist Bikini Bottoms – Solid & Striped
FYI: I had to purchase the Xhiliration pair from Target online. They were completely sold out in the store.
If you have a large chest, below are the tops that I have that actually support and cover. They’re impossible to find, and that’s why there are only three.
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Top Links: Underwire Halter Bikini Top – Tommy Bahama, Halter Bikini Top – Seafolly, Remix Underwire Halter Bikini Top – Freya
Below are the tops I really want to pair with my new high waisted bottoms.
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Top Links: Scallop High Neck Bikini Swim Top – Vanilla Beach, One-Shoulder Ruffled Bikini Top for Women – Old Navy, Ruffle Bikini Top – J. Crew, Off The Shoulder Bikini Top – J. Crew, Mexico Top – Marysia Swim
Below is a pair of high waisted bottoms that I really want to give a try.
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Bottom Link: Santa Monica Bottom – Marysia Swim
I love seeing how trends evolve and catch on in other areas. Check out these one pieces below!
One Piece Links: Prima Wrap Halter Maillot – Karla Colletto, Marina Piccola Scalloped Cutout – Kate Spade, Calypso Maillot – Kore Swim, Venice Maillot – Marysia Swim
All and all, I’m really loving this swimsuit option. It’s not a heavy investment to just buy a bottom to add to your arsenal. Plus, it’s fun to mix and match. There is something so classic about this look. Let @carolyn_mara serve as your style muse. She did us.
If you are looking for one piece options, check out “Not You Average Swimsuit Guide.”
Looks killer on you. May I say though this is the kind of thing girls love and their guys hate. My husband and I had this debate awhile back when I showed him one in a store.
Hahaha! That’s probably true… I guess we shall see!