There are some bikini styles [1] I'm hesitant to buy, even if I think my booty looks good in the dressing room mirror. One such cut is the cheeky high-rise. I'm just afraid that when I'm finally romping around on the beach, I won't be able to enjoy the sand between my toes because I'll just be feeling so . . . bare. If I dare to invest in such narrow bottoms, won't I feel like "it's all hanging out"?
I've gone back and forth with this, but Iskra Lawrence's recent appearance in Miami [2] just encouraged me to give the cheeky look a whirl. You see, even though she's showing skin to her hips, Iskra's suit is extremely flattering, with a waist that cinches just below the belly button.
Also, I love a bandeau with structure, which allows you to show off your shoulders, or even a stunning piece of jewellery, like Iskra's gold chain. There's just something about the lines of Iskra's exact set that puts me at ease as I take a deep breath and finally add a cheeky design of my own to the cart. Read ahead if you'd like to join me.
Aerie Bandeau Bikini
Aerie Bandeau Bikini Top, True Black [3] ($15, originally $25) and Aerie High Waisted Cheeky Bikini Bottom, True Black [4] ($15, originally $25)
Nasty Gal Bikini
Nasty Gal Join the Bandeau Crinkle Bikini Top [5] ($12, originally $30) and Nasty Gal On a High-Leg Bikini Bottoms [6] ($8, originally $20)
Swimsuits For All Valentine Black Bikini
Swimsuits For All Valentine Black Bikini [7] ($47, originally $78)
Missguided Black Bandeau Bikini
Missguided Black Bandeau Bikini Top [8] ($15) and Missguided Black Ribbed High Leg Brief Bottoms [9] ($15)
ASOS DESIGN Mix and Match Bikini
ASOS DESIGN Mix and Match Crinkle Bandeau Bikini Top [10] ($19) and ASOS DESIGN Mix and Match Crinkle High Leg High Waist Bikini Bottom [11] ($23)
Mara Hoffman Bikini
Mara Hoffman Abigail Bikini Top [12] ($115) and Mara Hoffman Jay Bikini Bottoms [13] ($140)