Are white bikinis see-through?

It depends! “When purchasing a white swimsuit, it is important to check the thickness of the material to avoid selecting a see-through style,” says Michelle. “Invest in a swimsuit that is lined, has thick fabric, or is padded.” The expert also shares a clever trick for finding out if a particular swimsuit will turn out to be see-through. “An easy way to check fabric compatibility is to place your hand underneath the swimsuit,” she says. “If you can easily see your hand, leave that style on the rack and find another one that passes the fabric test!”

What style of bikini is best for my body?

“I believe that anyone should wear whatever they want,” says stylist Ashlyn Greer, and we wholeheartedly agree. With that in mind, you may prefer more comfort and support if you have a larger chest—in which case an underwire or bra-style bikini top is a great idea. Likewise, if you don’t love baring your stomach, a high-waisted bottom is the way to go. Overall, though, just pick a style that you feel great in and forget any so-called rules!

Do I have to wear white on my honeymoon?

This is totally up to you. “This is bride-specific!” says Greer. “A honeymoon wardrobe should reflect your own personal style, and ideally be filled with pieces you can and will want to wear again. Wearing white exclusively for events leading up to the wedding is much more common, but a lot of brides love to have at least one white option for the honeymoon or rewear pieces from their bachelorette, like swimsuits and coverups.” Bottom line: Just have fun with it.

The 20 Best White Bikinis for Honeymoons and Bachelorettes of 2023

If your bachelorette and/or honeymoon involves time spent luxuriating in a swimming pool, tanning on a sandy beach, or surfing through the high seas, chances are you want to treat yourself to a new swimsuit or two. While there’s definitely no rule that says you have to wear white on your honeymoon (or on your bachelorette for that matter—it’s your time, so you get to decide), it can definitely be fun to nod to your newlywed status in that way.

White bikinis come in all shapes and sizes, from bandeaus to triangles, and from hipster to high-cut bottoms, so you can be sure you’ll find a white two-piece that fits your personal style and keeps you comfortable and supported all day long. To help you on your quest, we researched the very best white bikinis from our favorite retailers, and found some truly beautiful styles.

Keep reading for the best white bikinis to buy for your honeymoon and bachelorette.

Our Top Picks

Best Bandeau:

Miss Selfridge Crochet Zigzag Bikini Set at Asos

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Best for Small Chests:

Gooseberry So Chic Top and Bottom at Gooseberryintimates.com

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Best for Large Chests:

Sunsets Crossroads Underwire Bikini Top (D+ Cup) at Amazon

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Best Push-Up:

H&M Push-up Bikini Top and High Leg Bikini Bottoms at Hm.com

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Best Budget:

Cupshe Textured V-Wire Top & Cheeky High Waist Bikini Set at Cupshe.com

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Best Splurge:

Dolce & Gabbana Balconette Bikini Top and Bikini Bottoms at 24s.com

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Best High-Waist:

Andie The Hydra Top and The High Waisted Bottom at Andieswim.com

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Best Mid-Waist:

Frankie’s Bikinis x PAMELA ANDERSON Gaia Bralette Bikini Top and Gaia Classic Bikini Bottom at Frankiesbikinis.com

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Best Cheeky:

Four Three Seven The Chloe Top and Bottom at Shop437.com

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Best String:

Frankie’s Bikinis x SYDNEY SWEENEY Tia Triangle Bikini Top and Venice Skimpy Bikini Bottom at Frankiesbikinis.com

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In This Article

Our Picks
What to Look For
FAQ
Why Trust Brides

Miss Selfridge Crochet Zigzag Bikini Set

ASOS

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A bandeau swim top solves a lot of bikini-related problems—as long as you get the right fit, of course. With this number, there’ll be no more tucking your straps to avoid those pesky tan lines. Plus, both the top and bottoms are made from a sweet crochet-style fabric that brings the romance to your honeymoon look. We love it so much.

Price starting at: $29 and $24

Size Range: 0-14 | Materials: TK | Padding: Yes

Gooseberry

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Not to be dramatic, but we’re in real danger of buying up this swimsuit in every colorway—it’s just that beautiful. Made up of a scoop-neck top with adjustable straps, it will especially complement smaller chests. Wear yours with these matching low-rise, high-cut bottoms, and you’ll undoubtedly be the belle of the beach on your bach (poetry). Oh and by the way, both pieces are double-lined for modesty.

Price starting at: $45 and $45

Size Range: XS-L | Materials: Polyamide, Elastane | Padding: No

Sunsets Crossroads Underwire Bikini Top (D+ Cup)

Everything But Water

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Stylist Stacee Michelle loves this bikini—which caters for cups D and DD—for brides with larger chests. “The underwire, hidden bra closure and adjustable straps will surely keep the girls secure,” the expert tells Brides. The criss-cross front is also really lovely, giving you a bit of a mermaid look. Paired with these simple hipster bikini bottoms, this swimsuit will take you seamlessly from the pools of your bachelorette to the seas of your honeymoon.

Price starting at: $90 and $64

Top Size Range: 32D-40DD | Bottoms Size Range: XS-XL | Materials: Recycled Nylon, Spandex | Padding: Yes

H&M Push-up Bikini Top and High Leg Bikini Bottoms

H&M

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For brides who like to enhance their cleavage, a push-up bikini top like this one from H&M is a must. It’s also particularly cute, thanks to its bow front and delicate, adjustable shoulder straps, while the bottoms are high-cut and just a little cheeky in the back. Also, both pieces are fully lined so you don’t have to worry about them becoming sheer if that’s not the effect you’re going for.

Price starting at: $20 and $15

Top Size Range: 32A-38D | Bottoms Size Range: 0-18 | Materials: Polyester, Spandex | Padding: Yes

Cupshe

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Cupshe is a go-to for affordable beach and swimwear that’s still really stylish. Exhibit A: How cute is this waffle-style textured two-piece for your bachelorette and honeymoon? It’s not your average bikini with its V-wire front and straps that widen at the shoulder. We’re also big fans of the high-rise cheeky bottoms—they’re just cheeky enough to look fabulous, but not so cheeky that you won’t get any coverage from them.

Price starting at: $24

Size Range: S-L | Materials: Nylon, Spandex | Padding: Yes

24S

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You don’t go on your honeymoon every day, so if you want to splurge on a special swimsuit for yours, we say go for it! “Dolce has the best quality bathing suits due to fabric and construction,” raves stylist Holly Katz. The expert loves this balconette top for flattering smaller chests, and the mid-rise bottoms for enhancing your hips. Perfect for brides who aren’t opposed to a little logo action.

Price starting at: $345 and $315

Size Range: XS-XL | Materials: Polyamide, Spandex | Padding: Yes

Andie The Hydra Top and The High Waisted Bottom

Andie Swim

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If you prefer the comfort of a little more tummy coverage, or you simply love the ‘50s vibe of a high-waist bikini bottom, you’re bound to fall for this set from swimwear fave Andie Swim. This two-piece does a perfect job of elevating the classic white bikini with its ruffle-lined crochet fabric, and is sure to make a splash during all your wedding-related events—you know, literally.

Price starting at: $72 and $56

Size Range: XS-XL | Materials: TK | Padding: Yes

Frankieâs Bikinis

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Frankie’s Bikinis is famous for its gorgeous celebrity collabs—namely the Gigi Hadid, Sydney Sweeney and Pamela Anderson collections. Simply put, who wouldn’t want to channel their inner Pammy on their bachelorette or honeymoon? We absolutely adore this bandeau-style bikini top with its ribbon embellishments and matching high-cut, mid-waisted bottoms, and we have no doubt you’ll love it just as much.

Price starting at: $100 and $100

Size Range: XS-XL | Materials: Cotton, Spandex | Padding: No

Four Three Seven

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Made with recycled Italian fabric that gives it a satiny feel, this bikini set is very sexy, with its extra cheeky bottoms. That being said, the fabric is also triple-layered, meaning that you don’t have to worry about it being see-through after you’ve gone for a refreshing dip. Last but not least, this ivory-colored two-piece elevates the simple string-tie bikini look with its pretty ruffled edges. What’s not to love?

Price starting at: $85 and $85

Size Range: XS-XXL | Materials: Recycled Nylon, Elastane | Padding: No

Frankieâs Bikinis

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A string-tie triangle bikini set is a classic for a reason: It means the swimsuit will be fully adjustable for a perfect fit, and there’ll be no surprises on that front when ordering online. This one, designed in collaboration with Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney, is totally simple—except for its super cute floral eyelet lace fabric, which makes it romantic as well as sexy. It’s a winner for sure.

Price starting at: $85 and $85

Size Range: XS-XL | Materials: Nylon, Spandex | Padding: No

Solid & Striped

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If a simple white bikini feels too basic for you, a ribbed fabric is great for adding a little intrigue to your bridal swim look. We think this suit by Solid & Striped is Hollywood-star elegant, thanks to its breezy low-cut pull-over top and cheeky bottoms. Sure, it’s on the more expensive side, but you truly get what you pay for here.

Price starting at: $118 and $108

Size Range: XS-XL | Materials: Polyamide, Lycra, Elastane | Padding: No

Speedo

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For sporty brides who are looking to paddle-board, surf, snorkel or sail on their honeymoon, a Speedo two-piece is just the thing. It doesn’t hurt that this one is incredibly well designed, either, so you’ll look cute as well as being prepared to brave the elements. The top is reversible and convertible, meaning you can wear it in white or black, and with one or two straps—so you essentially get four tops in one. For obvious reasons, the bottoms aren’t convertible, but they’re still really nice, so we’ll let it slide.

Price starting at: $50 and $50

Size Range: XS-XL | Materials: Recycled Polyester, Spandex | Padding: Yes

Skims

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Chances are you already love SKIMS for super comfy loungewear and shapewear, but did you know their swim pieces are equally amazing? This triangle top and its matching string-tie bottoms are totally simple, but are everything brides are looking for in a bachelorette or honeymoon bikini. Both pieces are fully adjustable and very sexy. Take note, though, the fabric is sheer once wet, which won’t be the right fit for everyone.

Price starting at: $38 and $36

Size Range: XXS-4X | Materials: Recycled Nylon, Spandex | Padding: No

Tory Burch Miller Halter Bikini Top and Miller Hipster Bottoms

Shopbop

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We’re suckers for Tory Burch’s metallic logo embellishments, whether it’s on a classic preppy sandal or, yes, on a bach and/or honeymoon-ready bikini recommended by Michelle. This top features a feminine halter silhouette with thick straps that tie into a knot at the neck and at the back, while the bottoms come in a hipster style for brides who prefer a little extra coverage there. Just so cute.

Price starting at: $130 and $128

Size Range: XS-XL | Top Materials: Nylon, Elastane | Bottom Materials: Nylon, Spandex | Padding: Yes

Gigi C

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Just because you’re buying a white swimsuit specifically for wedding-related events doesn’t mean that you won’t want to wear it well beyond your honeymoon. In that context, this bikini set from Gigi C is a fashion investment you won’t regret: We’re completely obsessed with the asymmetric style of the top, and the ‘90s-style high cut of the bottoms. Meanwhile, both pieces in the set are also fully lined, meaning they won’t become see-through in the water, in case that’s a concern for you. Yes, please!

Price starting at: $110 and $80

Size Range: XS-XL | Materials: Nylon, Spandex | Padding: No

Aerie

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There are a lot of reasons to love this Aerie set. This one is for brides who want to signal that they’re newly married (or about to be), but like the idea of a black contrast feature to cut through the all-white look. It’s also great if it’s difficult for you to find a perfectly fitting swim top, and you prefer to make sure it won’t tug or gape by buying one in your exact bra size. Bonus points for the recycled materials used to make this bikini.

Price starting at: $27 and $16

Top Size Range: 32A-38DD | Bottoms Size Range: XXS-XXL | Materials: Recycled Nylon, Elastane | Padding: No

Boohoo

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Buying maternity clothes can feel kind of painful when you know you won’t be able to wear them much or at all postpartum, which is where this bikini from Boohoo comes in, with its teeny price tag. But this set isn’t just good value, it’s also super cute and on-trend, thanks to its wide-strapped triangle top and classic bikini brief. We also love that this set is made using recycled polyester to reduce its impact on the planet.

Price starting at: $6 and $6

Size Range: 4-14 | Materials: Recycled Polyester, Elastane | Padding: Yes

Becca Fine Line Two-Way Bikini Top and Fine Line Buckle Bikini Bottoms

Nordstrom

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If you only want to buy one new swimsuit for your bridal festivities, you might as well make it one you can wear multiple ways. This bikini top by Becca can be worn with the cute horn buckle in the front and the bow in the back or vice-versa, depending on your mood. As for the bottoms, they feature the same buckles on either side of your hips.

Price starting at: $78 and $68

Top Size Range: S-D | Bottoms Size Range: XS-L | Materials: Nylon, Spandex | Padding: Yes

Swimsuits For All

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Swimsuits for All is such a wonderful company, catering to women of all shapes and sizes who just want to feel their most beautiful while swimming or sunbathing. Katz especially loves this top’s deep V style, as well as the bottoms’ tummy and leg coverage, which is ideal for brides who prefer a little extra fabric in those areas. Besides, the bottoms’ shirred style is incredibly cute.

Price starting at: $32 and $25

Top Size Range: 4-28 | Bottoms Size Range: 4-34 | Materials: Nylon, Spandex | Padding: Yes

Bound by Bond-Eye The Sofie Triangle Bikini Top and The Serenity Side Tie Bikini Bottoms

Nordstrom

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The crinkle style on this bikini set means that one size can fit sizes 2 to 8, which is kind of fun (if not particularly size-inclusive). With that in mind, we love that the top can be worn upside down if that’s your preference, and that it’s made from 55 percent recycled materials for the eco-conscious factor. Overall, this is a simple but highly effective piece.

Price starting at: $90 and $90

Size Range: One size fits sizes 2-8 | Materials: Recycled Polyamide, Polyamide, Elastane | Padding: No

What to Look for in White Bikinis for Brides

Material

Most of the swimsuits on our list are made from either poly fabrics or nylon for water-resistance, mixed with elastane or spandex for elasticity—so there isn’t much of a choice there. Where you should pay attention, however, is when it comes to the fabric’s thickness. “Material should be thick and have reinforced seams,” says Katz. “Fabric should have a strong elasticity and give you support where you need it.”

Adjustability

It’s super important for your bikini to give you a perfect fit, so that it’s not too tight or too wide, and so that it doesn’t fall off in the water. While if you’re confident about which size you wear, it’s OK to go for a pullover swim top style, if you’re unsure you should opt for a bikini with either adjustable straps or tie straps—both of which allow you to create a custom fit.

Padding

By default, white fabric can be see-through. If this is a concern for you, “you definitely want something with plenty of lining and/or padding with white bikinis,” says Greer. “Sewn-in cups are preferred here since white has a tendency to be more transparent than other colors when wet.”

FAQ

Are white bikinis see-through?

It depends! “When purchasing a white swimsuit, it is important to check the thickness of the material to avoid selecting a see-through style,” says Michelle. “Invest in a swimsuit that is lined, has thick fabric, or is padded.”
The expert also shares a clever trick for finding out if a particular swimsuit will turn out to be see-through. “An easy way to check fabric compatibility is to place your hand underneath the swimsuit,” she says. “If you can easily see your hand, leave that style on the rack and find another one that passes the fabric test!”
What style of bikini is best for my body?

“I believe that anyone should wear whatever they want,” says stylist Ashlyn Greer, and we wholeheartedly agree. With that in mind, you may prefer more comfort and support if you have a larger chest—in which case an underwire or bra-style bikini top is a great idea. Likewise, if you don’t love baring your stomach, a high-waisted bottom is the way to go. Overall, though, just pick a style that you feel great in and forget any so-called rules!
Do I have to wear white on my honeymoon?

This is totally up to you. “This is bride-specific!” says Greer. “A honeymoon wardrobe should reflect your own personal style, and ideally be filled with pieces you can and will want to wear again. Wearing white exclusively for events leading up to the wedding is much more common, but a lot of brides love to have at least one white option for the honeymoon or rewear pieces from their bachelorette, like swimsuits and coverups.” Bottom line: Just have fun with it.

Meet the Expert

Stacee Michelle is a wardrobe stylist and fashion insider based in Charlotte, NC.
Holly Katz is a personal and wardrobe stylist based between Atlanta, GA and New York City, NY.
Ashlyn Greer is a professional fashion stylist and co-founder of the virtual personal styling service Fashivly.

Why Trust Brides

Iris Goldsztajn is a Paris-born, London-based freelance writer with 10 years of experience covering fashion, beauty, wellness and lifestyle for the likes of Brides, InStyle, Marie Claire, British Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Bustle, Refinery29 and many more. As the former associate editor for Her Campus, she was responsible for all style and beauty news coverage. In order to write this article, Iris drew on her own experience with different bikini styles, and spoke to styling experts Stacee Michelle, Holly Katz and Ashlyn Greer to gain further insights into which white bikini will be the one for your bachelorette and/or honeymoon.

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