As someone who isn't blessed in the booty department, shopping for swimsuit bottoms has always been a bit of a struggle. When I size up for a pair that sits comfortably on my hips, the butt often looks saggy — a look that only gets worse once you jump in the pool.
So when I got the chance to test out Kitty and Vibe [1] swimwear, I was immediately excited by the sizing options. All the bottoms come in two different fits — one for flatter tushes like mine, and one for rounder butts — so I could finally get that snug, cheeky look. Kitty and Vibe's bikini tops are also sized like bras, so it's much easier to decode which size you need.
My colleague Grayson Gilcrease also tested out a Kitty and Vibe suit. "While Annalise was excited that the bottoms came in multiple fits, I was thrilled at the prospect of finding a reversible suit in an absolutely adorable pattern," Grayson said. "My only issue with the suit was with the cut of the bottoms that I chose. Turns out, I'm not as cheeky as I might have originally thought and would've opted for a high-waisted bottom if I had to do it all over again."
Best of all, Kitty and Vibe suits come in tons of fun patterns, from dainty florals to retro gingham to even a few reversible options. These bikinis don't just look good — they're also supportive enough to actually wear for a swim. With inclusive sizing, comfortable material, and on-trend patterns, the vibes are definitely immaculate.
Kitty and Vibe Reversible Scoop Top and Reversible Cheeky Bottoms
"I absolutely loved the security that the scoop top [3] ($58) gave me. To truly test its coverage, I had a solo dance party and not once did I have to worry about flashing someone. I went out of my comfort zone for the cheeky bottoms [4] ($52) and unfortunately, they did keep rolling down whenever I moved. Next time, I might go for something with a bit more coverage but I do love the fact that it's like getting two suits in one with the reversible fabric. As for the inclusiveness of the sizing, it's great that it comes in different fits for different body types. I typically wear an 18 or an XXL when it comes to swimwear, but for Kitty and Vibe, I had to get a 3XL1 in the bottoms, so it runs a little small." — Grayson Gilcrease, assistant editor, Celebrity and Entertainment
Kitty and Vibe Plunge Top and High Hip Bottoms
"The combination of the retro pattern and high-rise bottoms [5] ($46) give this suit a '70s vibe that I'm very much into. I also loved that these bottoms came in two different fits, which made it easy to avoid the dreaded saggy booty look." — Annalise Mantz, editor, branded content