Anyone who is bold enough to take on the trend of the women's micro bikini that emerged last summer has our admiration. Women's micro bikini's first appeared on the fashion scene in the '80s, but over the course of the last year, it has become a popular trend that you'll see on just about every beach, TV show, and Instagram feed.
Micro bikini for women: Everything You Should Know About
Women's micro bikinis have always been popular in markets like Brazil, Colombia, and Italy. They're countries where people spend much of their time on the beach, so for a lot of women, having the least tan lines is top of the list.
What is a micro bikini?
A women's micro bikini is an extremely skimpy bikini. Women's designs usually use just enough fabric to cover the genitals, so it is often considered appropriate to remove or trim the pubic hair. Any additional straps are simply to hold the garments fixed to the body of the wearer. Some variants in the women's micro bikini use adhesive or wire to secure the material in place over the genitals. These designs do not require any extra side straps to hold the clothes in place.
The most extreme versions of the women's micro bikinis are essentially thin bands that cover little or no body of the wearer. The term "microkini" was coined in 1995 in an online forum devoted to extreme fashion enthusiasts. Women's micro bikinis keep the wearer within the legal limits of modesty and fill a gap between nudism and conservative swimwear. In Europe, the use of women's micro bikini's in beaches or hotels or public swimming pools is always permitted.
Tips for wearing a thong bikini to the beach?
Why not take a spare pair of bottoms with you for your first women's micro bikini foray? That way, if you don't feel comfortable in them, you can make a turn and keep on about your day. That or give them a test run at your hotel pool, where you can quickly go back to your room to change before you venture to beaches further distance.
Use straps to your advantage. If you're worried that you don't have enough protection, look for women's micro bikinis with thicker waistbands. They're especially helpful if you're less sure about your stomach region.
Are thong bathing suits in style?
We're pretty sure almost every type of Insta-famous fashion individual wore a women's micro bikini before. Let's talk about it. The women's micro bikini was made for all of us. It's not just for Kim K with her bodacious back or Emily Ratajkowski with her tiny hiney, both of which can be praised for popularizing the look and wearing it with unprecedented confidence. Your body is "beach ready" and needs to be enjoyed all year round.
Summary
Since the invention of the women's micro bikini, the iconic swimsuit design has undergone several variations of designs that are increasingly smaller and smaller. With many names floating around on the internet, language can be a little confusing. It's our mission to increase your vocabulary and awareness to turn you into what we think is truly liberating!
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