When a standard one-piece feels too covered, but a bikini feels too bare, a low-back swimsuit is subtly sexy and über chic. Running the gamut from high-cut legs and slinky straps to square necklines and sweet details, this year’s crop suits (ha, sorry!) every taste. Shop our top 27 picks, including minimalist cuts, glamorous metallic fabrics, and feminine print options.
Open-back swimsuit
$58.00
An under-$100 option you’ll find yourself reaching for time and time again.
Select Swimsuit
$230.00
Get your Baywatch on in this minimal red one-piece.
Heathers Tie Shoulder
$330.00
A low scoop back is a sexy offset to this garden floral print.
The Montauk
$95.00
Picture proof that a one piece does not have to be frumpy.
Aerie Super Plunge One Piece Swimsuit
$22.47
You’ll light up the beach in this electric yellow shade.
Hunter One Piece
A$180.00
Lace-Up Back One-Piece Swimsuit
$118.00
A slightly racier style takes the preciousness out of pretty pink gingham.
Pop button-detailed swimsuit
$620.00
Cut from the brand’s signature sculpting fabric, this cobalt suit is anything but buttoned up.
Melika One Piece Carmine & Magenta
$335.00
Wide ties lend an elegant touch to this ultra-chic one piece.
Mare Striped Crochet-Knit Swimsuit
$690.00
Make this investment piece work harder by wearing it as a swimsuit and a bodysuit while on vacation.
Low Back One-Piece Swimsuit
$47.40
Available in sizes 00 to 16W., this super-sleek one-piece dips low at the sides and in the back.
Mykela One Piece Swimsuit
$295.00
Equally as flattering as leopard or dizzying spots, a giraffe print is unexpected, but stylish.
Dubrovnik Lace Back One Piece
£220.00
A low lace-up back livens up this classically nautical style.
The Geraldine – Perry One Piece Swimsuit
$220.00
At once sexy and sweet, this pale blue one-piece dips ultra-low in the front and back.
Recycled Capsule Collection Swimsuit
$39.90
This sporty one-piece is made from recycled plastic bottles and uses less water, energy, and natural resources.
Colour Block Swimsuit
$55.00
Unusual color-blocking can actually be quite flattering.
Michelle Eyelet Pinstripe Swimsuit
$207.38
This low-back eyelet swimsuit takes the business out of pinstripes.
Classic Swimsuit
$150.00
Famous for designing Julia Robert’s infamous cut-out dress in Pretty Woman, Hunza G’s modern signature is textured swimsuits with elevated details, like this taupe one-piece that’s finished with a metallic sheen.
City Series U-Back One-Piece
$70.00
Rep your city no matter where your travels take you.
Floral-print Swimsuit
$270.00
You may know LoveShackFancy for ultra-feminine dresses, but this year, the brand has introduced an equally idyllic line of swimwear. You’ll fall in love.
Micro Trophy One Piece
$220.00
This minimalist one piece is ‘90s-era beach babe to a T.
Emma One Piece
$275.00
Thin straps and a low back give this snake-print one-piece a subtly sexy spin.
Low Back Fara Mio Swimsuit
$150.00
With delicate crisscross straps and a plunging back, this suit is black, white, and bold all over.
Gloria Crochet Mesh One Piece Swimsuit
$195.00
A modern take on ‘70s-inspired crochet, this flattering style features a sweetheart neckline and boning to support and contour your shape.
Newport Bottom in Coconut
$137.00
The plunging V-shaped back plays up the impact of this color-block suit.
Lisbon One Piece
$98.00
With a splash of ‘80s nostalgia, this angular one-piece features clean lines, thick straps, and a so-low back.
Lumière Metallic Glitter Swimsuit
$193.00
The blue metallic microfiber of this glamorous navy one-piece will play up your summer glow.