Popsugar Fashion Bikinis Types of Bikini Bottoms Your Handy Guide to the 6 Types of Bikini Bottoms 25 June 2018 by Marina Liao Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sheila Gim As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Just like how underwear comes in different styles, so too do bikini bottoms. The cheeky, the high waist, and the hipster are some terms you may have heard of. Not to get all technical, but when you shop for body-flattering swimsuits, you should be somewhat familiar with the different styles. They play a role in your overall look! Though bikini bottoms can be an amalgam of two styles (you can wear a high-waisted bottom that also has a deep-V cut), we've narrowed down the categories to six common selections. These are the ones you'll come back to time and time again. — Additional reporting by India Yaffe Hipster High-Waisted Cheeky High Cut Boy Short Classic Bikini 1 Hipster For ladies with a narrow waist or small hips, the hipster-style bikini bottom will be your savior. This style sits lower on the hips and comes in various designs, from side ties to ruffles, which are on par for Spring. It gives you the same coverage as a classic bikini, save for the flattering cut at the . . . hips! Try these L*Space Baracuda Reversible Classic Hipster Bikini Bottoms ($79). L*Space Baracuda Reversible Classic Hipster Bikini Bottoms $79 from shop.nordstrom.com Buy Now What's a better way to show off your hips than to draw attention to them with ruffles? This J.Crew Ruffle Surf Hipster bikini bottom ($58) works for the playful gal. J.Crew Ruffle Surf Hipster bikini bottom $58 from jcrew.com Buy Now Simple and classic, this is Aerie's ($10, originally $20) take on the hipster style. 2 High Waisted Both Taylor Swift and Gigi Hadid are fans of the high-waisted bikini style, which embodies a retro vibe. The cut provides ample coverage of your lower half and you can find the swimsuit across all retailers. That's better for you because the options are endless. Our first pick? This gorgeous green Marysia Santa Monica scalloped bikini briefs ($150), meant for a day at the pool or beach. Marysia Santa Monica scalloped bikini briefs $150 from net-a-porter.com Buy Now High waisted and high cut?! We're sold. Love this pair from Leith ($49). Leith $49 from shop.nordstrom.com Buy Now The twist front adds a little personality to a basic black bottom, like this one from Swimsuits For All ($17, originally $26). Swimsuits For All $17 from swimsuitsforall.com Buy Now 3 Cheeky Just like the name, a cheeky style shows off your best (ahem) assets to the world. While the front is a traditional triangle cut, once you turn around, the back gives that sexy buttock cleavage. If you've been hitting the gym a lot, we suggest showing off your hard work in a pair of Acapulco cheeky bikini bottoms ($38) from Free People. Acapulco cheeky bikini bottoms $38 from freepeople.com Buy Now The cute stripes and side ties on this Diane Von Furstenberg Ring Cheeky Bikini Bottoms ($128) just scream summer. Diane Von Furstenberg Ring Cheeky Bikini Bottoms $128 from shopbop.com Buy Now One of our favourite swimwear brands, we love how luxe the fabric looks on this Malia Mills Showgirl bottom ($200). Malia Mills Showgirl bottom $200 from maliamills.com Buy Now 4 High Cut There's no doubt swimsuit bottoms with a deep-V cut are popular for Spring and Summer. The style is superflattering because it sits high on your hips, giving the illusion of longer legs. Bella Hadid has several pairs, indicating it may be time for you to finally invest in one, too. Test out the bikini bottoms with an affordable option from Topshop ($11, originally $22). Topshop $11 from shop.nordstrom.com Buy Now Minimalists will appreciate this beige option from Kendall + Kylie ($58). Kendall + Kylie $58 from revolve.com Buy Now We're getting whiplash just thinking about this L*Space Whiplash Bikini Bottom ($84) L*Space Whiplash Bikini Bottom $84 from revolve.com Buy Now 5 Boy Short Much like the name, boy shorts have a tomboy quality to them. The athletic style speaks to ladies who aren't into a cheeky or string bikini. That said, current selections can also be pretty flirty and girlie, with offerings in bright colours and even side cutouts. This one by Kiini ($130) is the perfect example. Kiini $130 from kiini.com Buy Now Love being active on the beach? We suggest wearing these Duskii Waimea Bay bikini shorts ($72) so your bottoms won't ride up. Duskii Waimea Bay bikini shorts $72 from farfetch.com Buy Now When someone tries to tell you the style isn't cute, just show them this Pour Moi Glamazon bikini boy short ($12, originally $26). Pour Moi Glamazon bikini boy short $12 from us.asos.com Buy Now 6 Classic Bikini Most of us have probably owned the classic bikini bottom at one point or another. Your's might have come with strings to tie at the sides or just a simple slip-on style. They're perfectly proportional and you never have to worry about exposing too much. You won't regret buying one in a floral print, like this Agua Bendita Bonnie Bikini Bottom ($100). Agua Bendita Bonnie Bikini Bottom $100 from revolve.com Buy Now Allergic to colour? We recommend this Swimsuits For All Triple String Bikini Brief ($17, originally $26). Swimsuits For All Triple String Bikini Brief $17 from swimsuitsforall.com Buy Now For the trendier girl who likes colour, try the Rachel bikini briefs from Solid & Striped ($90). Solid & Striped $90 from net-a-porter.com Buy Now BikinisSummer FashionShoppingSpring FashionSwimsuitsSwimwearVictoria's SecretKiini