These One-Piece Swimsuits Are a Cut Above the Rest
Will the monokini be the swimsuit of the summer?
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Now that winter is fading into spring, your summer swimwear collection might cross your mind. As you decide what to keep, donate, or purchase, keep one word in mind: monokini. Defined as a one-piece swimsuit with cutouts, this style is the must-have piece for summer.
While it’s never really gone out of style, its trending status is at an all-time high this year. The ever-flattering design serves every body type and makes for a trendy swim statement, and many women are drawn to these as a happy medium between bikinis and full-coverage one-pieces. A cutout swimsuit is also an ideal transitional staple for vacation, as it can easily be adapted from day to night, a common characteristic among our favorite swimsuits.
If you haven’t joined the monokini movement yet, read on for splurges, steals, and everything in between. Here, the best cutout one-pieces for all summer.
Tropic of C will always make the cut. Built with Mother Earth in mind, this one-piece is the perfect attire for any outdoor adventure.
Sizes: XS-L
Colors: Black Compression
Material: Recycled polyamide, elastane
Featuring luxe brass hardware, this Christopher Esber option blends class with cutting edge. Made with stretch and adjustable straps, you can shop true to size.
Sizes: 4-14
Colors: White, Black
Material: Polyamide, elastane
This Johanna Ortiz halter is going to look amazing with your designer beach bag. Isn’t that all you need to know?
Sizes: XS-XL
Colors: Military
Material: Polyamide, elastane
This seamless suit comes double lined and ready to work overtime as a bodysuit.
Sizes: XS-XL
Colors: Charcoal, Stone
Material: Nylon, spandex
Louisa Ballou has been spotted on Kylie Jenner and Bella Hadid, among other celebrities. Channel your inner cover star with every gorgeously printed piece.
Sizes: XS-XL
Colors: Blue
Material: Recycled Polyester, elastane
Jade Swim offers luxury without the price tag. Crafted with fine fabrics, this non-padded one-piece is a quintessential summer swimsuit.
Sizes: XS-XL
Colors: Brown
Material: Polyamide, elastane
Brazilian designer Adriana Degreas crafted this high-end swimsuit with love and metallic spandex—a perfect combination, in my opinion.
Sizes: S-L
Colors: Light Brown
Material: Polyamide, spandex
This delicate Ziah one-piece is a prime example of a suit that can carry you from pool day to dinner date. The cutouts are perfectly bound by chic O-Rings that I couldn’t adore more.
Sizes: US 2-US 12
Colors: White
Material: Polyamide, viscose, elastane
If you want something with a little spice, you can’t go wrong with this strapless select from ViX Swim.
Sizes: S-L
Colors: Black, White, Aspen
Material: Polyamide, elastane
I admit I’m one of Skims’ loyal fans. The brand always seems to have the right idea and manages to stay innovative yet practical. With a halterneck and double lining throughout, I see no wrong with this suit.
Sizes: XXS-4X
Colors: Neon Orchid, Chrome, Onyx
Material: Recycled nylon, spandex
If you’re ready for a monokini but aren’t sure where to start, try Beach Riot. This swimsuit is nothing short of perfect, and it comes in eight colors.
Sizes: XS-XL
Colors: 8 Colors
Material: Polyester, spandex
Customer review: “Beach Riot made an incredible suit. Very flattering!”
Good American consistently delivers not only on sizing but on quality. This one comes in black, white, and red. I love this particular style because it almost looks like a bikini.
Sizes: XXS-5XL
Colors: Black, Bright Poppy, White Cloud
Material: Polyester, elastane
Customer review: “I was expecting to return this after purchasing it on a whim on sale but I’m obsessed. It’s the most flattering one-piece I have ever worn. The legs are so high but it doesn’t look off since it connects with the top. Now I wish there were more colors!”
Bold is always better. With Amazon swim, I parse through customer reviews to find the best of the best. According to more than 2,000 shoppers, this suit is five-star material.
Sizes: S-XL
Colors: 21 Colors
Material: Nylon, spandex
Customer review: “This bathing suit is great! I feel like it really cinches the waist and really pushes up the breast area! I do not normally like wearing swimsuits that expose my stomach, but this one is definitely a keeper! I feel so good in it!”
Solid & Striped provides this slightly more modest version that doesn’t show quite as much skin as other options, and you’ll still feel like making the boardwalk your runway.
Sizes: XS-XL
Colors: Blackout
Material: Recycled polyamide, spandex
It would be a disservice to yourself not to purchase this suit in more than one color. Made with shaping materials and cutouts in all the right places, Amazon has done it again.
Sizes: XS-22 Plus
Colors: 29 Colors
Material: Nylon, spandex
Customer review: “This swimsuit exceeded my expectations. The material is much higher quality than expected and it has great coverage which can be difficult to find online. The pattern was even better in person and I love that I can adjust the straps to fit me better. I feel great and look great in this suit! Couldn’t recommend it enough!”
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