Goodbye, Skimpy Bikinis! 38 Modest Swimsuits Worth Shopping Instead

Truth be told, everyone has that one thing they dislike buying. For some, squeezing into jeans in search of the best pair can be stressful, while others loathe lingerie shopping. Personally, I've always had a challenging relationship with swimsuit shopping—specifically finding a modest bikini. As someone who's curvier and bustier, certain types of swimsuits are simply a hard pass (looking at you, string bikinis) for modesty reasons. Of course, it can be a bit tricky to put your finger on exactly how to define modesty, as it means something different to everyone. Whether your rationale for shopping modest suits stems from personal preferences, religious standards, or just the desire not to wear a thong bikini in front of your family, there's no denying the importance of having a few modest swimsuits in one's summer wardrobe. Finding them? Well, that's a different story.
It can be incredibly hard to find a chic swimsuit that provides full coverage—until now. Rather than relent to the pressure of wearing uncomfortable swimsuits, I've spent hours searching the internet for swimwear that will allow you to feel beautiful without having to bare it all. Ahead, you'll find a curation of the 38 best modest swimsuits at every price point, organized by total cost for entire sets. While most of these options won't leave you completely covered up, there are high-neck one-pieces, bikini bottoms with full coverage, and tankinis in the roundup, all of which are chic enough to wear, regardless of their coverage level. These may not transform your relationship with swimsuit shopping overnight, but they'll help you wade into the waters.
Modest Swimsuits Under $150
Tanks are a great option if you want to cover your tummy.
Shop the matching Levanzo Fold Bikini Bottoms ($55).
Forget thongs—these high-waisted bottoms are far better.
Shop the matching Hermosa Bikini Top ($65).
Bandeau swim tanks are great if you want to cover your belly button and bust at the same time.
Shop the matching Bikini Bottoms ($18).
These shorts will provide you with just as much coverage as a one-piece suit.
Shop the matching Always Fits Support Bikini Top ($59).
Shop the matching High Waist Pique Swim Bottom ($15).
No nip slips here.
Shop the matching Ribbed Square-Neck Bikini Top ($55).
Modest Swimsuits Under $300
I'm obsessed with this pinstripe set.
Shop the matching Cecilia Tankini Top ($89).
Normally I'm not a fan of swim skirts, but Staud knows how to speak my language.
Shop the matching Lily Short Bikini Top ($140).
Okay, how darling is this set?
Shop the matching Becca Top ($85).
Modest Swimsuits to Splurge On

Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a freelance writer and editor living in New York City. What began as a pastime (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a lifelong passion for unveiling the connection between fashion and culture on the internet and in real life. Over the last decade, she's melded her extensive edit and social background to various on-staff positions at Who What Wear, MyDomaine, and Byrdie. More recently, she’s become a freelance contributor to other publications including Vogue, Editorialist, and The Cut. Off the clock, you can find her clutching her cell phone as she's constantly scrolling through TikTok and The RealReal, in search of the next cool thing.
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