One of the best ways to save money on your summer wardrobe is to buy just one bikini instead of two or three. A great way to economise without limiting your swimwear options is to seek out a reversible bikini. That’s right, reversible – giving you a few different combinations all from one bikini investment.
Usually, reversible bikinis are string bikinis – this is because they’re the easiest to manufacture out of reversible materials. However, a number of swimwear designers have grappled with the reversible concept and come up with a wider range of reversible options than ever before. Popular styles for reversible bikinis include the halter top bikini, hipster bikini and even the tankini. Bandeau bikinis are very popular reversibles because the top can usually be worn flat or twisted, providing even more options for the wearer.
Popular designers making reversible bikinis include Paul Frank, Moontide, Speedo, Tommy Hilfiger, La Perla, Oakley, Billabong and Sunseeker. Among the most popular reversible bikinis on offer this season are the stripey Golden Girl by Vitamin A and BCBG Max Azria’s reversible dot stripe bikini.
Buying a reversible bikini online should be fairly straightforward. It is important to ask the seller for pictures of both sides of the suit, if these aren’t on display online already. This is particularly important if the suit you’re considering has detailed beadwork or embroidery (usually suits with either of these aren’t reversible for comfort reasons). Also, when buying your reversible bikini online, look for a merchant with good reviews and a clear return policy to avoid disappointment later.
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