The Very Best High–Waisted Swimsuits for Summer to Buy Right Now

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There’s nothing better than a day at the beach, but feeling uncomfortable in your swimsuit can certainly ruin the mood. A one-piece swimsuit would be the obvious choice if you’re after coverage, but who wants to deal with the hassle of going to the bathroom while wearing one of those? In comes the high-waisted swimsuit, or high-waisted bikini—both comfortable and easy to put on/take off when it’s time to head home.

The best part about a high-waisted bikini is you get all the benefits of a one-piece and a bikini in one bathing suit. High-waisted swimsuit bottoms keep your stomach more covered (and often offer tummy control slimming effects for those who want that), while still showing a little bit of skin. Even better, your high-waisted bikini bottoms won’t fall down the moment you jump in the water.

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite high-waisted swimsuits (which include some of our own favorites and high-waisted swimwear with rave reviews). Whether you’re seeking sporty swimsuits, high-waisted bottoms with revealing cut outs, or just something plain and simple, we’ve got you covered.

Read on for the best high-waisted swimsuits you can wear all summer long—just make sure you remember your sunscreen!

Shelby Contour

Every woman’s body is built differently, so the hardest part about buying a new swimsuit might be finding one where the top and bottom both fit. Adore Me is a winner when it comes to sizing, and you can individually choose your bra and bottom sizes for all their swimsuits, without having to purchase them separately!

This high-waisted bikini set is a bestseller from Adore Me, and it’s easy to see why. The bottoms provide maximum coverage and ruching, and the top has underwired cups to hold everything in place with self-tie straps for the perfect fit. There’s five floral patterns in different colors and seven options for the plus-sized bikini, so you can buy another set or two if you love it. Not only does the bikini look adorable, but you can also ease any worries about the sustainability impact of your purchase because Adore Me’s website says they are committed to water-efficient and waste-minimizing manufacturing.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: This is *chef’s kiss* on a plus size body. The top lifts the girls up & keeps them secure. The bottoms come up to the smallest part of my waist, fit snug on the tummy (comfortably), and really shows off my assets. I cannot recommend enough. It looks EXACTLY like the model’s photos.

SUUKSESS Women High Waisted Bikini Criss Cross Swimsuits Push Up Bathing Suits (M, Black)

Sometimes, you just want a simple and comfortable swimsuit. SUUKSESS has got you covered—literally. This bikini bottom provides full coverage in the back, ruching in the front, and tummy control. The top has adjustable straps, built–in padding, and tie back wrap straps. You can choose from the 33 colors if you’re feeling adventurous, but we’ll never say no to a classic black bikini.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “So cute!!” one customer wrote. “Love the way it looks on me! Much more flattering than I anticipated and it definitely made the girls sit up and look good. I am a double D, so it’s often hard to find swimsuits!”

Vivien Contour Plus

Fully embrace the retro style of a high-waisted swimsuit with this bikini’s balconette top and polka dot patterns. Available in five colors and patterns, this bikini from Adore Me is definitely adorable. The top has adjustable straps, and you can choose your bra size and bottom size separately for the perfect fit, which helps if you’re looking for swimsuits for small busts or plus-size bathing suits.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “I feel like the cutest pin up in this bikini and my girls are safe and secure–and they look great too!” one customer wrote. “I found the quality to be pretty darn good for the price.”

Sporty Two Piece Swimsuit Color Block

Are you always the person diving headfirst into the pool and swimming in the waves at the beach? Then look no further than this sporty bikini. The high-waisted bottoms won’t fall off easily like a string bikini, and the adjustable straps can tighten the top and to keep it in place. The supportive top, high-cut bottoms, and seven color options make this swimsuit stand out from other sporty options.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “I love this bathing suit so much I bought two more colors,” one reviewer said. “Every time I wear them I get compliments and so many people ask where I got it from. It’s very flattering and [has] good coverage.”

Olive Lace-Up Halter Flowers Bikini Set

Another high-waisted bikini giving off major vintage vibes is this swimsuit from Retro Stage. The olive top and the bottoms’ earthy tones and floral design are perfect for a simple, but fun bikini. The adjustable straps around your neck allow you to tighten the top, and reviewers love the fabric and flattering style.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “Never thought I’d ever feel comfortable in a two piece swimsuit again,” one reviewer wrote. “I feel confident and beautiful in it! Love it!”

MakeMeChic Women's High Waisted Bikini Sets Swimsuit 2 Piece Bikini Bathing Suit Brown M

You’ll love this swimsuit if your favorite tops are halter tanks or have high necklines. This bikini set will give you maximum coverage while still looking cute. The top has a high, halter neckline and the bottom has a fun, tropical leaf design. It is simple, modest, and relatively inexpensive!

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “This bikini set is so flattering and fun!” one person said. “The style and cut are extremely flattering and the material feels great.”

High–Waisted V Neck Twist Front Bathing Suit

If you’re not a fan of underwire, but a sporty swimsuit top isn’t your thing, this twisted v-neck bikini is a perfect option. The top and bottoms offer moderate coverage while still showing a bit of skin. This Amazon best seller also has 28 colors available, so you can buy your favorite color or even get a second set if you love the fit.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “I will be wearing this to the beach all summer,” one reviewer wrote. “It fits perfectly and is SO flattering. Great quality bathing suit.”

Ruffle High–Waist Swimsuit Tropical Print

Add some tropical leaves and flowers to your swimsuit collection with this cheeky bikini. The top has adorable ruffle straps, a v-neck cut out, and a tie back so you can perfectly adjust it to your band size. There are 35 patterns and color options for this suit, with slight variations in the tops’ necklines and bottoms.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “I don’t usually write reviews, but I love this suit so much it was necessary,” one buyer wrote. “The top provides just enough coverage and lift. The flutter sleeves give the greatest feminine touch to the suit. As a mom of two c-sections, the bottom holds everything in and is slimming making me feel super confident in it.”

Sundry Daisy Ruffled Bralette & High Waist Bikini Set

Haters of underwire: rise up! This triangle bralette top with ruffle straps is adorable, adjustable, and comfortable. The bottoms have a banded waist to stay tight around your stomach and they provide moderate coverage. The bright pink, purple, and blue flowers are playful and will make you pop in a sea of black swimsuits.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: One reviewer raved, “This suit fits great and is so cute! It covers everything you want to be covered, but it is still super cute! Very comfortable and lightweight!”

Pink Queen Women's High Cut High Waisted Cheeky Two Piece Swimwear M Black

Who said simple can’t be sexy? This solid color, no-fuss bikini has a cheeky, high-cut bikini bottom that gives coverage for your lower stomach, but shows some more skin on your legs and backside. The top is sporty with a scoop neckline that will stay in place and look good all day long. This swimsuit is inexpensive, but the thick fabric makes the bikini feel and look like a luxurious bikini.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: According to one reviewer, “It is very high waisted and a thick enough fabric to make everything look uniform in the lower tummy areas. Unlike all other high waisted bottoms, these don’t cover your whole [butt] like a diaper, your booty will look great!”

Demi Contour

Cut outs and strappy bottoms add a unique touch to a swimsuit, and this bikini has a ton of them. The top has a keyhole cut out with crossing straps and the bottoms have two cut outs along the side—just beware the crazy tan lines you might get! This high-waisted swimsuit is available in three colors, but we love the bright fuschia pink for a pop of color in the summer.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “I wore this bikini on my recent vacation to Hawaii,” one person wrote. “It was a huge hit! I felt very comfortable and the suit fit perfectly.”

Scalloped Textured High Waisted Bikini Sets

Full coverage swimwear can still be cute and playful with details like scallops and pastel colors. This bikini has ribbed fabric, scallops along the trim of the top and bottom, and full-coverage for your chest and butt. There are 32 design and color options, so you can decide what type of neckline and straps you prefer.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “The material is great quality and is true to size,” one person wrote. “The scallops are super cute and it fits perfectly. The high rise bottoms material is on the thicker side, which I like a lot because it helps to work almost as a control top style and the ruching hides a lot.”

Lace Strawberry Bikini

Are strawberries your favorite summer fruit? If yes, then here is the perfect swimsuit for you. This high-waisted bikini is adorned with glittery strawberries, ruffles, and pink ruching. The top has three red bands for each strap, and the bottoms fit snug and secure.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: One reviewer raved, “I am so impressed! I wasn’t sure what to expect, after all, I ordered a swimsuit online, and I’m SUPER picky. With that, I am 100% satisfied!! I could not ask for a swimsuit to fit any better than this one! It is flattering, classy, comfy, and made well.”

Striped Bandeau Bikini High Waisted

Hate tan lines? Here’s a strapless bandeau bikini set that will keep you covered and help you avoid strappy tan lines all over your back. The lace-up back will keep the top in place, which is usually a struggle with strapless tops. Available in 19 colors, this bikini has cheeky high-waisted bottoms and adorable patterns to pick from.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “I bought this to wear as a postpartum suit,” a buyer wrote. “The higher waisted bottoms helped suck in my ‘Mom-pooch’ and the top was easy and discreet to nurse in with a light nursing cover over top.”

Natia Bikini Bottom

JOLYN suits quickly rose to popularity a few years ago among teen girls on swim teams because they created athletic bikinis and adjustable one piece swimsuits. Nowadays, you can spot the JOLYN logo on any old beachgoer’s swimwear. Hey, if their bikinis stay in place for surfers and swimmers, it’s definitely good enough for a dip in the ocean. Unfortunately, the tops and bottoms are sold separately, but if you’re looking for a high–waisted bikini bottom that won’t budge all day long, this is the one. There are 11 colors to choose from, and you can mix-and-match with any bikini top.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: ”Love this suit,” one review said. “I have a lot of body to fit into a swimsuit and it looks great in this one. Plus, it doesn’t slide down or move around when I’m in the water!!”

Retro Halter Ruched High Waist Bikini

This modern–yet–vintage halter bikini top ties around your neck with a clasp hook closure around the band to keep everything in place while you’re swimming in the water. The ruching on the bottoms is flattering, and you’ll definitely find a color and pattern you love from their 43 options.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “Wore this suit on my recent vacation and loved it,” one person raved. “My husband was a fan too! I haven’t worn a bikini in years, especially not after having my son five years ago, but I like the convenience of a two piece for a longer beach or pool day. This is so flattering and cute, hides my belly pooch well and looks much more fashionable vs tankini type options on my pear shaped long torso. The quality is nice too, the construction feels solid which I was worried about ordering online.”

Front Cross Lace Up Two Piece Bathing Suit

This bikini top has a tied bow in the front for a girly touch to an otherwise simple bikini. The high-waisted bottom provides good coverage and has a high-cut style to add length to your legs. Considering the affordable price, you can mix-and-match your favorite of the 24 colors.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “This swimsuit is flattering, comfortable, and perfect for every body type! I’m in love!”

Scoop Neck Swim Skirt Bathing Suit Set

If you love the idea of a swim skirt, but want a simple solid color, this bikini from Amazon is a great option. The high–waisted bottom has a flared skirt that adds a feminine and unique touch to an otherwise simple swimsuit. This swimsuit is perfect if you're looking for as much coverage on the bottom as possible without sacrificing style.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “This swim set is so cute!” one reviewer raved. “This set is perfect if you want to be more covered when you go to the beach…I also like that it is versatile. I think it can be worn while you work out or you can mix and match them with your own outfits. I love it!

Daeny Contour Plus

Add a unique touch to your bathing suit collection with this bikini featuring mesh details. The longline bikini top is supportive and adjustable, but still cute with a sexy balconette neckline. You can mix and match sizing for the top and bottoms, just like all the swimsuits from Adore Me. Available in five colors, reviewers claimed they owned more than one of these bikinis, and loved the support and coverage in this suit.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “This two-piece is way sexy and I got several compliments the only day I've worn it! It's flattering and makes me feel good!”

Women’s High Waisted Falbala Bikini Set

The best part about this bikini is you can throw on some shorts, and it looks like you’re wearing a flowy tank top! The bottoms have some ruching around the waistband and the top has adjustable straps. You can pick from 11 colors and choose between striped or floral bottoms.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “I love this suit!” one buyer wrote. “It fits exactly as expected, great materials, super cute on. I feel comfortable with family or others around. I mix and match with other suits and they work out great.”

High Waisted Bandage Bikini Set

Become your own fashion designer with this customizable swimsuit. The bikini top’s straps can be tied four different styles: tie knot front, twist bikini, criss cross top, and wrap bikini. The bottoms have ruching along the band and are a little cheeky. This swimsuit is available in a whopping 46 colors/patterns, such as solid colors, palm leaf patterns, floral print, tie-dye, and cheetah print.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “This bathing suit is super flattering and cute,” one person wrote. “I always get compliments whenever I wear it. It’s high waisted, which I love. I bought it in another color because I love it so much. Definitely worth the purchase.”

Boho Two Piece High Waist Bathing Suit Bandeau

Adventure outside of solid colors and floral patterns with this boho print bikini. This bandeau top has removable straps, so keep them on when you’re jumping in the water and take them off to get rid of those pesky tan lines! The bottoms have moderate coverage and reviewers love how the backside doesn’t ride up.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “This is such a cute suit!” one person said. “Many suits have a very tight elastic trim around the legs that is unflattering. This suit doesn’t ride but isn’t too tight. I received many compliments and felt comfortable wearing it. I’d definitely buy it again!”

High Waist Bikini Swimsuit Ruffle Top

This is yet another tankini that would look like a real outfit if you threw on some shorts over the bottoms. The top has a square neckline with thick, ruffled material, and it flares out at the end. It provides maximum coverage and a comfortable fit. The bottoms are cheeky and come in 13 different patterns.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “New favorite swimsuit, I ordered a large one and it fit perfectly,” one person wrote. “Extremely flattering and covers all the right places. Would definitely recommend it!”

Women’s Swim Shorts High Waisted

If you want maximum coverage on the bottom, these high-rise swim shorts will keep you comfy, but won’t keep you out of the water. They are not sold with a top, but the neutral colors can easily be paired with any bikini top or over a one-piece swimsuit. You can even get ones with pockets, just don’t forget to take out whatever is in there before jumping in the water.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “These are the best swim shorts I’ve ever bought,” one person raved. “The high waist, which thankfully came back in style, looks really good. The stretch will hold your belly in a little bit. Super comfortable also. Length is perfect. Not too short (the only cheeks showing will be on your face) but not too long. I felt comfortable knowing I had what I wanted covered, covered and looked stylish and also loved that these shorts held my stomach in a tiny bit or at least it felt like it. Two thumbs way up!!”

Sexy Dance Women Bikini Set

What’s better than a high-waisted swimsuit bottom? A high-waisted bottom that looks like a skirt! These swim skirt bottoms have ruffles and a palm tree and sunset design. The matching push-up top is padded with a low neckline, exposing a bit of skin.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “This fits just as expected,” one reviewer said. “The amount of stretch is perfect and the suit is just so very flattering AND stylish! My husband said it’s his most favorite of ALL time.”

High Waisted Bikini Scoop Neck

This bikini top looks similar to a cropped tank top, and provides great coverage with removable padding, but you can show some more skin by unbuttoning down the front. The bottoms provide moderate coverage, but throw on some shorts and you’ll look like you’re dressed for the day!

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “This swimsuit fits like perfection, is really comfortable, and is just really cute,” one person wrote. “I have a large chest and hips, and it looks so good. Considering getting another one in a different color.”

How we chose the best high–waisted swimsuits

We conducted our own research and sifted through hundreds of online reviews to find the best high-waisted swimsuits available.

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