This post lists all the different types of clothing one might consider when going to the beach – be it for a swim or a stroll.
There is no place that I can think of is that is more fun than a beach – it is ‘the’ place for family fun, couple togetherness, and also solo walks. Anything goes, so long as you wear comfortable clothing suitable for the beach. But for swimming and having fun in the sea, there is no other choice than to wear swim wear. And whatever is your preference there is a swimsuit for you, as you will see as you read further.
Name your swimwear
One piece suit
Swimsuits are the generic name for swimwear made of stretchy fabrics. Swimsuits can be of many types. A one-piece swimsuit is a most commonly seen swimsuit. Modest in covering and very practical for swimming unhindered.
Two piece Bikini
A bikini is a two-piece swimming suit. It usually consists of a bra top made of two triangle-shaped front pieces kept together with elastic straps and a similarly scant bottom part.
String bikini
The string bikini is a bikini with strings as fasteners. They are usually tied around the neck and at the back.
Burkini
Burkinis are swimsuits that cover your entire body except for the face, hands, and feet.
Tankini
This is a two-piece swimsuit with a top that looks like a tank top.
Midkini
Midkini is a two-piece swimsuit with a more modest. coverage.
Bandini/Bandeaukini
Bandini is a two-piece swimsuit with a bandeau top.
Brazilian bikinis
These bikinis are very skimpy and usually fastened with strings – the top as well as the bottom (thong style).
Monokini
A Monokini is a mixture of a bikini and a one-piece swimsuit – it looks like a one-piece but has cutouts around the midriff and back that also makes it look like a bikini.
Leg suit
A leg suit is a swimsuit with tights, usually ending near the thighs.
Wetsuits
A wetsuit is a swimsuit that covers most of the body.
Swim shirt
A tshirt that can be used for swimming or water sports- usually made of spandex fabric
Swim dress
A swim dress is a one-piece swimsuit that looks like a dress – it has in-built shorts inside.
Wraparounds/Sarongs
Wraparounds or sarongs are worn over swimsuits
Related post: Make a string bikini top.; Lycra/Spandex fabrics
Updated on August 9, 2022 by Sarina Tariq