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Model wearing the Avid Swim Talon Bikini Set on the beach, vibrant blue and tropical print triangle top

Styling Guide

Spice It Up With This Bikini Trend

The classic triangle bikini top is the most versatile piece you own. Here are three ways to make it anything but basic.

The traditional triangle string bikini top is a simple must have. In this season it is more difficult to justify splurging on new luxury swimwear, so why not spice it up a bit and find new ways to wear some of your favorite bikini styles?!

As it turns out, the classic triangle bikini top is the most versatile and on-trend piece you own right now. One bikini, three completely different looks, no extra shopping required. Just a little creativity with your tie straps and suddenly you've got a whole new vibe.

The Avid Swim Talon Bikini Set, vibrant blue and tropical print, styled on the beach
The Talon Bikini Set, $139 — the featured bikini in this styling guide. A classic triangle silhouette that's anything but basic.

Let's check out 3 ways to tie your bikini top.

"One bikini, three different looks. The triangle top is the most underrated piece in your swim wardrobe."

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01. Scoop Neck Halter

Cross It or Not

Model demonstrating the scoop neck halter tie technique with crossed straps at the chest
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Scoop Neck Halter

Cross It or Not

Set bikini upside down, place the triangle cups where they'd typically sit then take the neck, cross it, or don't, and tie it behind your shoulders. Take the waist straps and tie it behind your back and voila, your triangle top is now anything but basic.

Back view of the scoop neck halter tie technique
The back view, showing how the straps tie behind the shoulders for a clean finish.

This is the easiest transformation and probably the most dramatic. By flipping the top upside down, you create a completely different neckline that looks like a whole new bikini. The crossover at the back gives you that editorial, runway-ready silhouette everyone is after this season. Try it with the Talon Bikini Set for maximum impact, that blue and tropical print hits different in a halter.

02. One Shoulder

Waist Tie or Bow

Model demonstrating the one shoulder tie technique with diagonal strap and wrapped waist
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One Shoulder

Waist Tie or Bow

Slide the triangle cups apart and bring to the front where they'd typically sit then cross the waist strap and tie it behind your back. Take both neck straps to the same side and tie it the strap behind your back. Your bikini top upgraded just that easily.

Second angle of the one shoulder bikini tie technique
Another angle of the one shoulder technique, showing how the straps create an asymmetric look.

The one shoulder is giving asymmetrical luxury, the kind of detail that makes people ask "where did you get that?" when the answer is literally the bikini you already own. The bow option adds a little extra softness to the look. This one works beautifully with bolder prints like the Saibh Bikini Set, where the animal print catches the light differently on the single shoulder drape.

03. Front Tie Around the Waist

The Sexy One

Model demonstrating the front tie bow technique around the waist
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Front Tie

Around the Waist

Once again, slide the triangle cups apart and bring to the front where they'd typically sit, tie the top straps around your neck then cross the waist strap and tie it behind your back. This looks extra sexy and alleviates that neck pressure.

This is the one for when you want to turn heads. The front tie creates a wrap-style effect that's both elevated and effortless. And the practical bonus? It takes the weight off your neck, so you can wear it all day without that halter strain. The Alis Bikini Set was practically made for this look, that dark abstract floral print wrapped across the front is a statement.

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Shop the Bikinis

Every triangle bikini in the collection works with all three tie techniques. Pick your print, pick your vibe.

Avid Swim Talon Bikini Set

Talon Bikini Set

$139

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Avid Swim Zinae Bikini Set

Zinae Bikini Set

$139

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Avid Swim Saibh Bikini Set

Saibh Bikini Set

$139

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Avid Swim Alis Bikini Set

Alis Bikini Set

$139

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Avid Swim Gea Bikini Set

Gea Bikini Set

$139

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Avid Swim Sera Zinae One-Piece

Sera Zinae

$98

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The beauty of the triangle bikini top is that it's never just one thing. With a little creativity and a couple of different tie techniques, you've got three completely different looks from one piece. No need to buy a new bikini for every beach day, just reimagine the one you already love.

Whether you're going for the editorial halter, the asymmetric one shoulder, or the wrapped front tie, the key is confidence. Wear it like you mean it, and it's always going to look good.

One Bikini, Endless Vibes

Every Avid Swim triangle bikini is designed for versatility. Tie it, twist it, wrap it, make it yours.

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