As someone who’s grown up in a small beach town in New England, I am a huge beach lover! Today I’m sharing with you nine of my favorite affordable, and cute bikini sets for under $16. I love finding new suits to wear, and am constantly on the hunt for trendy, but affordable swim sets. All reviews are 100% honest and come with authentic photos of me wearing these suits throughout the summer!
(Last Updated April 8th, 2023)
My measurements/sizing:
For reference, I wear a size XS or S in bathing suits and am a 25 waist.
Bikini #1:
Solid High Cut Bikini Swimsuit $7.90
This bikini is one of my favorites by far! It dries fast, comes in a gorgeous royal blue color and feels secure to swim and move around in comfortably. The straps are adjustable, and easily slips on and off without any tying involved. At a price of $7.90, its hard to beat and is the perfect every day summer bikini set.
Bikini #2:
Two Tone O-ring High Cut Bikini $15.99
I got this bikini Christmas of 2021 and have worn it a handful of times since! More of a textured cloth material, so takes a little longer to dry than some of the others. Flattering fit, and comes in a number of colors. Two toned blue coloring is accurate to what’s shown on site.
Bikini #3:
Floral Bandeau High Cut Bikini $7.50
I feel like I’ve seen so many people in this suit but it’s popular for a reason! Florals are so in right now, and this suit screams summer. Like most bandeau suits, not as much protection on the top so I wouldn’t wear for swimming or high impact activities but a great tanning suit and good for casual use.
Bikini #4:
Bikinx Lace Up Rib-knit Swimsuit $10
My all time favorite bikini set! I actually have this suit in two colors: chocolate brown and dark green. The chocolate brown doesn’t appear to be available anymore on site, but the green as well as a handful of other colors are still in stock. I was hesitant to buy this suit at first because the top is an underwire push up, but this top is definitely small chest friendly! Overall the most flattering and one of the most secure suits I own. Top is adjustable and clasps in the back, also ties together in the front.
Bikini #5:
Rib Halter Triangle Tie Side Bikini $7.50
Fully adjustable tie bikini. This set can be tied all sorts of unique ways and made of a thick textured material. I love the bright orange coloring, and comes in a number of colors online. Definitely cheekier bottoms, but when tied feel quite secure and I would be comfortable swimming in this suit.
Bikini #6:
Floral Print Smocked Halter Triangle Bikini $9.30
Another floral print bikini, triangle style and fully adjustable. Fast drying material and love the trendy print options! Bottoms not shown here, but very cheeky!
Bikini #7:
Plain Cut-out Bikini $8.60
I was feeling adventurous and bought this suit in hot pink. Looking back, I don’t think I would’ve chosen hot pink because it’s out of my comfort zone but the style of the suit is very cute regardless and looks very flattering on tanned skin! It’s a basic bikini overall, but I love the cut out detailing and it dries quicker than some of my other suits. Good for swimming and doesn’t require any tying.
Bikini #8:
Criss Cross Triangle Tie Side Bikini $9.49
This bikini is so flattering with the criss cross straps! A very skimpy bikini overall, but love the uniqueness of it and comes in a number of colors. The straps are fairly easy to figure out and looks really cute on. I’ve worn this set a couple of times since getting it earlier last summer and the purple color looks amazing against a sunset!
Bikini #9:
Rib Tie Side Bikini $8.10
This bikini is basic but flattering. I was looking for a good basic black bikini, and have worn numerous times over the summer. The bottoms are cheekier so I sometimes wear the top with another pair of black bottoms I own, but have also worn the set together and you can’t go wrong with this basic set! Top is on the smaller side, so might not be the best for those with bigger chests, but the fabric is super comfortable and overall a great suit.
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