With so many hot, new swimwear styles on the market right now, we figured this might be a good time to set something straight: the traditional triangle string bikini top is still a must-have! Period. Not only can it can be worn so many ways, it’s also always in style. We love the way influencers have been getting creative with how to wear them lately! As you will see in our breakdown below, there are at least 9 ways to tie a traditional string bikini top, with some of them being amazing hacks and others that are definitely for the bold.
Grab your favorite string bikini and get in front of the mirror, and then follow along with our step-by-step instructions below!
STYLE #1: The Front Criss-Cross
Super cute and easy to pull off!
Step 1: Flip the bikini upside down
Step 2: Tie the bottom strings together in the back
Step 3: Criss cross the top strings and tie around your neck
STYLE #2: The Scoop Neck Halter
This style is trending right now! We guarantee you’ve seen this all over the ‘gram.
Step 1: Flip the bikini upside down
Step 2: Tie the bottoms strings together in the back
Step 3: Tie the top strings around your neck, halter-style
STYLE #3: The Instant Bandeau
Now, this is what we mean by versatile! Plus, you’ll avoid unwanted tan lines up top.
Step 1: Flip the bikini upside down
Step 2: Tie the bottom strings behind your back
Step 3: Criss cross the top strings and tie underneath around your armpits
STYLE #4: The Barely-There Bandeau
Oh baby, this style is not for the shy ones!
Step 1: Flip the bikini upside down
Step 2: Tie the bottom strings together in the back
Step 3: Tie the top strings in a bow for a bandeau style top
STYLE #5: The Keyhole Cutie
Expert styling creates a keyhole effect front and center.
Step 1: Flip the bikini upside down and tie the strings in the back
Step 2: Loop the two top strings
Step 3: Tie the top strings around your neck, halter-style
STYLE #6: The Over-The-Shoulder
This makes your bikini look more like a cute crop top, which is awesome.
Step 1: Tie the top & bottom strings on the same side of the bikini behind one shoulder
Step 2: Diagonally cross the other string across your chest toward the same shoulder
Step 3: Tie the top and bottom strings together in the back
STYLE #7: The Go-To Classic
This one speaks for itself! We see you rocking this all Summer, babe.
Step 1: Flip the bikini upside down
Step 2: Criss cross the two top strings
Step 3: Tie the top strings around your neck halter style
STYLE #8: The Unexpected Underarm Stunner
Another style that’s sure to turn heads and break necks.
Step 1: Flip the bikini upside down and tie the bottoms strings in the back
Step 2: Cross over the strings where one is over the opposite shoulder and the other is under your armpit
Step 3: Tie the strings together in the back
STYLE #9: The Most Snatched Of Them All
Highlight how snatched your waist is with one easy trick.
Step 1: Move the bikini triangle over to one side
Step 2: Tie the extra string around your waist
Step 3: Criss cross the two top strings & tie the top strings around your neck, halter-style
Bet you never thought one string bikini could go so far, did you? Try these out and tag us on social media using @FashionNova and #FashionNova so we can see your hot swim looks!
Don't Forget To Accessorize!
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