Bathing Suits reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 150 Reddit reviews across 16 subreddits and 21 posts to rank the best Bathing Suits brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/bitcheswithtaste, r/malefashionadvice, r/PlusSizeFashion, r/REI, r/tampa. Top-rated brands include Orlebar Brown (5.0/5), Patagonia (5.0/5), Cupshe (4.0/5).
Stats
Reviews150
Subreddits16
Posts21
Brands96
Products19
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By Brand
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#1
Orlebar Brown
5.0
(6)
"Orlebar Brown"
"I have Orlebar Brown setters. Look great, super comfy and by far the best I’ve ever used. Expensive but I cant imagine anything else being better."
"Orlebar Brown Setter or Bulldog. Not the cheapest but really good. Subscribe to their newsletter and wait for the season sale."
"I’m a big fan and won’t buy anything else."
"I am a huge fan of Orlebar Brown."
"I own 4 pairs, there very nice."
#2
Patagonia
5.0
(5)
"Patagonia Baggies. Best shorts Ive ever worn. I wear them for everything in the summer. Swimming biking running concerts anything."
"Patagonia baggies = swimming suit + shorts you can wear all day"
"Can confirm, the baggies make the best dual use short."
"I use Patagonia baggies for hiking / swimming"
"Either Patagonia Baggies or the REI amphibians. Both are treated for getting wet, quick drying and moisture wicking."
#3
Cupshe
4.0
(6)
"Venus and Cupshe have really cute bikini tops and bottoms. They have some halter triangle bikini tops in tons of colors."
"I just bought two from Cupshe."
"I second cupshe. I know you said you didn’t want online retailers, but take your measurements and order based on the size chart. It’s accurate."
"Cupshe"
"I have tried cupshe! I got some suits last year from them and forgot about them thank you!"
"They have some interesting and atypical styles, and some go up to 4x."
#4
Bravissimo
4.8
(4)
"I like bravissimo for bra sized swimwear! It’s one of the few places that offers cute bathing suits that keep the girls locked and loaded."
"I ended up going with Bravissimo and they look SOOO GOOD!!"
"Bravissimo!"
"Freya, Panache, and Bravissimo make great swimwear!"
#5
Lands' End
4.3
(4)
"Lands end!!!! I’ve had my suits from them for years!!!! They also have “tummy” control; but I’d size up-it was a bit too tight for me."
"Lands end because they have a zipper fly and are roomy in the crotch. Don’t need to drop trou to take a leak."
"Lands end is 👌"
"Lands End has dd+ sizing too"
#6
Monday Swimwear
5.0
(3)
"Monday Swimwear (my fave- I have a few bikinis from 2016 that are still in like-new condition even after heavy wear/washing. No fading. Excellent craftsmanship."
"Monday!!"
"Monday Swimwear"
#7
Fair Harbor
5.0
(3)
"I'll 2nd Fair Harbor; very comfortable"
"Fair Harbor!! Expensive but I love mine and they look good."
"Fair Harbor! Their bathing suits, board shorts and regular shorts are all perfect."
#8
Jolyn
4.3
(3)
"Jolyn! It’s an athletic brand, so it’s great if you actually go in water often. The fabric isn’t as stretchy as other brands so it’s super supportive and it doesn’t lose its shape or fade as easily as fashion brands."
"I love jolyn"
"My handful of surfer girl friends always rave about https://jolyn.com/
I haven’t tried them myself yet, but I plan to next time I need a new bikini."
#9
Seafolly
4.3
(3)
"Seafolly! From Australia. Great if you need a cup-sized top with actual support."
"Seafolly and Baku are both suitable for different body types."
"I second Seafolly and suggest Baku for the same kind of quality, but younger feel."
#10
Vuori
4.3
(3)
"Vuori shorts that have the mesh inside they are the best"
"My vote Vuori without liner"
"Lately, most pool time is resort/lounging. For this, I really like Vuori’s products. Still a great soft fast drying material, but more mature cuts and patterns."
#11
Panache
4.0
(3)
"Go for a brand that has bra sized tops-Panache, Freya, Fantasie are the ones I usually look to."
"Freya, Panache, and Bravissimo make great swimwear!"
"Bra sized swimtops with an underwire should have plenty of coverage if you get the right size. I buy from UK brands like Panache, Freya and Fantasie on Amazon"
#12
Hunza G
4.0
(3)
"Hunza G."
"Hunza g! expensive but worth it"
"Try Hunza G. They only have one size because the crinkle fabric they use is THAT stretchy."
#13
Swimsuits For All
4.0
(3)
"I've bout suits from Swimsuits for all. They're good, too."
"I like Swimsuits for All and Avenue. I’ve had great success with both places and am a similar size."
"Swimsuitsforall.com sells some cute ones"
#14
Lululemon
5.0
(2)
"Huge fan of the lululemon swim shorts"
"Lululemon Swim Short"
#15
Agua Bendita
5.0
(2)
"Yes for Agua Bendita!"
"I’d add Luli Fama and Agua Bendita to the list!"
#16
Hollister
4.5
(2)
"Ribbed plunge underwire bikini top. The shape is super flattering and the underwire really supports the girls up."
"I love Hollister bikinis and plan on using my pre pregnancy ones."
#17
La Blanca
4.5
(2)
"Their tummy control is slimming but also comfortable. The fabrics in their swimsuits always feel really high quality to me and, in my experience, hug you in all the right places."
"I also like La Blanca."
#18
Wellen
4.5
(2)
"These are great! I have the 7” version. Wore them all of last summer. Gonna wear them all of this coming summer too!"
"Wellen makes some nice quality ones, both lined and unlined and 5" and 7" available."
#19
Shein
4.5
(2)
"Try SHEIN I have bought so many of their suits over the years. Super durable and well made for cheap."
"I get high waisted bikinis and they tuck everything in nicely."
#20
Bond Eye
4.0
(2)
"Am a fan of bond eye!"
"Bound by Bond-eye."
#21
Baku
4.0
(2)
"Seafolly and Baku are both suitable for different body types."
"I second Seafolly and suggest Baku for the same kind of quality, but younger feel."
#22
Roxy
4.0
(2)
"Roxy"
"I’d add Roxy to this list."
#23
Chantelle
4.0
(2)
"For large chest, small band, I love Miss Mandalay, Chantelle Swim, Maxswim, Freya."
"I think they might be per piece, but I don’t remember. I tend to buy them every few years and they last for a long time."
#24
Freya
4.0
(2)
"For large chest, small band, I love Miss Mandalay, Chantelle Swim, Maxswim, Freya."
"Freya, Panache, and Bravissimo make great swimwear!"
#25
Aerie
4.0
(2)
"Thirding Aerie! I just got the cross waist bikini bottom and it's the perfect amount of high waist-ness while still being cute and flattering."
"I came here to suggest aerie for two pieces with cute and flattering high waisted bottoms."
#26
Andie
4.0
(2)
"Athleta & Andie are high quality and have a lot of choices."
"I like Andie Swim! The material is very stretch and comfy."
#27
You Swim
4.0
(2)
"I love You Swim!"
"I really like youswim! It’s pricy but it grows with you."
#28
Summersalt
4.0
(2)
"I like my one piece from them and I think their two pieces are v cute!"
"I have great suits that have lasted forever from summersalt and old navy."
#29
Target
3.5
(2)
"I can also recommend target, swimsuits for all, t3 swim and torrid."
"Target for fun suits."
#30
Aqua East
3.0
(2)
"Aqua East"
"Aqua east"
#31
MiracleSuit
3.0
(2)
"Miracle suit makes suits in your size. That's what I used to wear pre menopause."
"Miracle suits are not for folks who have long torsos."
#32
Frankie's Bikinis
5.0
(1)
"I got a Frankie’s Bikinis set from VS/Pink and it’s VERY cute, fits really well, and feels super heavy and good quality."
#33
Negative
5.0
(1)
"I just got a two piece in from Negative and absolutely love it."
#34
Carve Designs
5.0
(1)
"The past few summers I’ve been wearing Carve Designs and really enjoying them and they’ve held up well. They even have some reversible bottoms so you can get 2 color options from one bottom."
#35
Birdwell
5.0
(1)
"Birdwell are my faves. I tried about five different companies on recent vacations and the Birdwells with the liner were the best."
#36
Onia
5.0
(1)
"Onia. Nice quality, modern fits, variety of fabric options and plenty of designs to choose from."
#37
Birdwell Beach Britches
5.0
(1)
"Birdwell Beach Britches. For classic, almost indestructible quality. Wore them as a lifeguard almost daily for months on end and still have the same pair 15+ years later."
#38
Boden
5.0
(1)
"I really love the suits from Boden! The fabric is a nice thickness and the colors are amazing! I've had 3 suits from here and they've lasted several years."
#39
Savage Swim
5.0
(1)
"I highly recommend Savage Swim! All of the swimwear is hand made."
#40
Kiava
5.0
(1)
"Try the Kiava brand! I have a suit from there and it is really good quality. It has lasted me 2+ years of wear and still looks new."
#41
Vissla
4.0
(1)
"Dig my Vissla trunks from a few years back the most. I got the ones with side seam pockets."
#42
Saxx
4.0
(1)
"I got a really nice pair of saxx trunks, super comfortable, support for the boys, nice liner."
#43
L.L.Bean
4.0
(1)
"I like my LL Bean swimsuit and that it has a smooth liner instead of mesh. That and the colors, overall design and pockets."
#44
Funky Trunks
4.0
(1)
"Funky Trunks. Boxers"
#45
J.Crew
4.0
(1)
"I usually do J crew basic string bikini. I also like Vitamin A"
#46
American Eagle
4.0
(1)
"American Eagle/Aerie has cute options in both high and lower rise bikinis"
#47
All In Motion
4.0
(1)
"I’ve been liking the All In Motion 5” Run shorts from Target. Lined with brief. Great colors. Quick dry fabric. One zip pocket for keeping a key or something. And cheap!"
#48
Bleu Rod Beattie
4.0
(1)
"I’m a big fan of Bleu Rod Beattie. They have a nice selection of both prints and basics."
#49
Blackbough
4.0
(1)
"Blackbough underwire tops."
#50
Heavy Manners
4.0
(1)
"Heavy Manners underwire tops."
#51
Robin Piccone
4.0
(1)
"I really like Robin Piccone. They’re flattering for a lot of body types."
#52
Somerfield Swim
4.0
(1)
"Somerfield Swim and Skatie"
#53
SABO
4.0
(1)
"SABO is having a sale."
#54
Whipped Collection
4.0
(1)
"I have the whipped collection french bikini and sport bras - super soft and comfortable."
#55
Mikoh
4.0
(1)
"Other than mentioned here: Mikoh, Montce, Marysia, ONEONE, Gigi C."
#56
Luli Fama
4.0
(1)
"I’d add Luli Fama and Agua Bendita to the list!"
#57
Beach Riot
4.0
(1)
"Beach Riot"
#58
Miss Mandalay
4.0
(1)
"For large chest, small band, I love Miss Mandalay, Chantelle Swim, Maxswim, Freya."
#59
Maxswim
4.0
(1)
"For large chest, small band, I love Miss Mandalay, Chantelle Swim, Maxswim, Freya."
#60
Fantasie
4.0
(1)
"Go for a brand that has bra sized tops-Panache, Freya, Fantasie are the ones I usually look to."
#61
Triangl
4.0
(1)
"I swear by triangl, frankie’s and billabong."
#62
Billabong
4.0
(1)
"I swear by triangl, frankie’s and billabong."
#63
Simone Perele
4.0
(1)
"I think they might be per piece, but I don’t remember. I tend to buy them every few years and they last for a long time."
#64
Empreinte
4.0
(1)
"I think they might be per piece, but I don’t remember. I tend to buy them every few years and they last for a long time."
#65
Jets Jessika Allen
4.0
(1)
"I think they might be per piece, but I don’t remember. I tend to buy them every few years and they last for a long time."
#66
Vix
4.0
(1)
"I think they might be per piece, but I don’t remember. I tend to buy them every few years and they last for a long time."
#67
Shan
4.0
(1)
"I think they might be per piece, but I don’t remember. I tend to buy them every few years and they last for a long time."
#68
AussieBum
4.0
(1)
"AussieBum. Quality is decent and they don't tend to break the bank."
#69
Volcom
4.0
(1)
"Volcom"
#70
Bather
4.0
(1)
"I like Bather"
#71
Portomar
4.0
(1)
"I really like this Colombian brand called Portomar. Also second the lulu swim shorts"
#72
Vilebrequin
4.0
(1)
"Vilebrequin hands down. RIP your wallet though"
#73
Body Glove
4.0
(1)
"Body glove, but they make plenty of stuff that doesn't fit the bill too."
#74
Chubbies
4.0
(1)
"Love my Chubbies. They are very comfortable. I get them with the boxer style liner."
#75
Albion Fit
4.0
(1)
"I really like Albion Fit https://albionfit.com"
#76
Athleta
4.0
(1)
"Athleta & Andie are high quality and have a lot of choices."
#77
Polo Assn
4.0
(1)
"I just found a Polo Assn set at Walmart for $16 I like a lot."
#78
Bare Necessities
4.0
(1)
"Barenecessities.com is another good one. They sell the swim ware lines of the bra lines!"
#79
Elomi
4.0
(1)
"Seconding Elomi. I have a few bikini tops that are basically bras made out of swimwear fabric that I really like."
#81
Under Armour
4.0
(1)
"Under Armour has UPF protective clothing in quick dry. They have hoodie, zip up and long sleeve versions that are pretty good."
#82
AFTCO
4.0
(1)
"Aftco shorts. Great for hiking and swimming."
#83
Magellan
4.0
(1)
"Magellan / Columbia PFG sun shirts. They are strictly for sun protection lol. They’re long sleeve so they cover back, chest, arms."
#84
Whiskini
4.0
(1)
"Whiskini bikinis"
#85
Maamgic
4.0
(1)
"I really like maamgic shorts. I have a bunch of the 5 inch with liner for working out which I have swam in and they dry very quickly and a couple pair of their 5 inch swim trunks"
#86
Unique Vintage
4.0
(1)
"You will definitely have much better luck with Unique Vintage."
#87
Summer Mae
4.0
(1)
"Try Summer Mae!"
#88
Waterlust
4.0
(1)
"If you want to completely cover up, check out Waterlust. They have cute ocean themed options."
#89
High Desert Sunwear
4.0
(1)
"[highdesertsunwear.com](http://highdesertsunwear.com) has some cool sun protective clothing. I've been pretty happy with them"
#90
Tied
4.0
(1)
"Tied is by far the best in terms of style. Also their products feel real"
#91
Venus
4.0
(1)
"Venus and Cupshe have really cute bikini tops and bottoms. They have some halter triangle bikini tops in tons of colors."
#92
Lane Bryant
4.0
(1)
"I buy bathing suits on sale at Lane Bryant & Superfit Hero (so expensive, but the quality is unmatched & their boy shorts & tankini do a good job of camouflage the whole belly situation."
#93
Superfit Hero
4.0
(1)
"I buy bathing suits on sale at Lane Bryant & Superfit Hero (so expensive, but the quality is unmatched & their boy shorts & tankini do a good job of camouflage the whole belly situation."
#94
Avenue
4.0
(1)
"I like Swimsuits for All and Avenue. I’ve had great success with both places and am a similar size."
#95
LOF
3.0
(1)
"I love LOF cut and color ways but I’ll be real- those colors wear weird in the sun."
#96
Temu
3.0
(1)
"Temu!!"
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