How To Wear Thong Swimsuit Bottoms

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Daring thong bikini bottoms are set to be one of the biggest trends for 2020, with many celebrities already sporting them on beaches around the world. A-listers like Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner and Kim Kardashian are regularly seen sporting the look and flaunting their assets in thong swimsuit bottoms and now the look is making its way to the stores. You’ll no doubt see people of all shapes and sizes sporting this look on the beach this summer, this is a trend that’s here to stay for quite a while, so how can you make it work for you?

 

The original trend

The original trend for thong swimsuit bottoms first emerged all the way back in 1974 when they were first invented. For a short period of time they curried some favour on the beaches but the trend at the time was towards more full coverage. The 90s Baywatch trend also saw it make its way to catwalks and beaches for a while, with iconic celebrities like Pamela Anderson sporting the look but it felt out of style with the younger generations for a number of decades after that. For a number of years the sales of thong swimsuit bottoms amongst millennials was significantly low, with boyfriends styles and low cut bottoms being more popular. The trend is once again gaining ground however and it seems like thong swimsuit bottoms are set to make a strong comeback.

 

What’s in

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It’s trendier than ever before to flaunt a bit of skin. Celebrities are venturing out in increasingly risqué attire and so thong swimsuit bottoms hardly seem like a fashion risk. But if you don’t have the body of a supermodel, can you pull of the look?

The important thing to remember is that there are a lot of different ways to wear the trend and make it work for you and your body. You can choose to rock the almost zero coverage, skinny thong swimsuit bottoms that you’ll see on some celebs or you can find more approachable ways to wear the trend. Fuller cuts with slightly more coverage will still look on-trend but may help you to feel more comfortable. This is a very flattering trend for those looking to emphasize their derriere or give the impression of a longer leaner figure. The most important thing is to try on different cuts and styles to see what suits your body and makes you feel comfortable. Slightly more structural pieces can be great for hiding a tummy because they are cut so high, so this is a great way to show the areas you want whilst cinching in your waist.

Side paneling, ruching or patterns are a great way to add visual interest and take some of the attention away from the risqué nature of the trend. If you’re feeling a bit exposed opt for a bit more coverage on top, a tankini or bandeau will make you feel more covered up and will help the look to feel a little more balanced and less intense.

If you plan to embrace thong swimsuit bottoms at their skinniest then you’ll want to keep in mind the importance of finding a good fit and choosing high-quality materials and design. A well-cut style will always be better than a cheaper, ill-fitting option. It’s often a good idea to go for a slightly higher size than you may normally select when it comes to an option because they can run small and won’t look good if they’re too tight. Try some on and find an option that works for you.