Calling all Summer babies who love to show some skin, yet think there's nothing cooler than a maillot swimsuit style: there's a middle ground between a totally covered one-piece swimsuit [1] and a skimpy string bikini [2], and this trend is for you. That's right, I'm talking about the ultra-low-back one-piece swimsuit. Whether you opt for a retro halter, futuristic metallic, super-feminine floral or ruffle, or another style entirely, consider choosing a skin-baring silhouette that will have you walking the line between sultry and sporty.
For Summer 2019, some of my favorite low-back swimsuits (which, by the way, will also be doing double-duty as bodysuits!) come from the likes of Araks, Solid & Striped, LoveShackFancy, and more. Ahead, shop this summertime must-have at every price point, just in time for the warm weather.
Style your neutral-colored swimsuit with a bright white denim mini skirt for chic on-the-go style.
Go retro with a '70s-inspired stripe in bright red and white tones.
Keep it feminine with a light floral print, while still opting for a more sporty tank style.
Be bold with neon, especially when choosing a prim and proper bow-tie look.
Keep it classic with pretty pink stripes, paired with your favorite vintage denim cut-offs for on-and-off the beach looks that wow.
This Summer, there's nothing more fun than a large-size polka-dot print, especially when it comes to your swimwear.
Consider mixing these sultry low-back swimsuit styles into your after-hours looks, paired with a printed silk midi skirt.
An ultra-low-back swimsuit is so simple, yet so striking at the same time.
There's nothing quite like the simplicity of a little black swimsuit.
Keep it classic with blue and white stripes, no matter what your Summer schedule dictates.
Aerie
Aerie Super Scoop One Piece Swimsuit [3] ($45).
Araks
Araks Melika One Piece [4] ($335).
Billabong
Billabong UO Exclusive Hike Cross-Back One-Piece Swimsuit [5] ($90).
Ellejay
Ellejay Thais Ruffle One-Piece Swimsuit [6] ($154).
Fisch
Fisch Select Hot Pink [7] ($230).
J.Crew
J.Crew Scoopback One-Piece Swimsuit in Oversized Matte Gingham [8] ($110).
LoveShackFancy
LoveShackFancy Mandy Suit [9] ($255).
Marysia
Marysia Palm Springs Maillot [10] ($345).
Minimale Animale
Minimale Animale The Voyager One-Piece Swimsuit [11] ($172).
Norma Kamali
Norma Kamali Low Back Fara Mio Swimsuit [12] ($150).
Solid & Striped
Solid & Striped Poppy Tie One-Piece Swimsuit [13] ($158).
Xhilaration
Xhilaration Scoop Back One Piece Swimsuit [14] ($26).
Zara
Zara Textured Swimsuit [15] ($40).
Zimmermann
Zimmermann Heathers Tie Shoulder One Piece [16] ($330).
Mango
Mango Crossover Back Swimsuit [17] ($70).