If you're searching for a one-piece that isn't sporty, meet the monokini, a sexier take on the fuller coverage swimsuit [1] that features lots of curve-hugging cutouts.
The original style, designed by Rudi Gernreich [2] back in the 1960s, was actually topless — in fact, it was the first topless swimsuit ever. Modern versions of the monokini, however, offer more coverage while maintaining that unprecedented sex appeal, which is probably why celebrities — including Sofia Vergara [3] — have made it their go-to suit. Ready to make it yours, too? Keep reading to find your perfect match.
Ale By Alessandra Strappy Monokini [5] ($180)
Chromat Trinity Monikini [6] ($299)
Shoshanna Graphic Sporty Monokini One Piece Swimsuit [7] ($198)
Michael Michael Kors Nui Cut Out Maillot One-Piece [8] ($114)
Red Carter Plunge Monokini Cali Cut Bottoms [9] ($179)
Laundry by Shelli Segal Fan Print Halter Monokini One Piece Swimsuit [10] ($130)
Ale By Alessandra Ambrosio Henna Blues Monokini One Piece [11] ($180)
Vince Camuto Studded High-Neck Monokini [12] ($110)
Araruta Monokini [13] ($355)
Adriana Degreas Thailand Print Monokini [14] ($355)
Anna Kosturova Pom Pom Monokini [15] ($250)
Michael Kors Mini Deco Cube Strappy High Neck Monokini [16] ($383)
Karla Colletto Rick Rack Halter Monokini [17] ($311)
Vix Paula Hermanny Krishna Luca One Piece Swimsuit [18] ($185)
Jessica Simpson Swimwear Maritime High Neck Monokini [19] ($108)
Express Tropical Floral Print Plunge Front Monokini [20] ($75)
Kopper & Zink Harper One Piece [21] ($240)
Karla Colletto Basics V-Neck Monokini Swimsuit [22] ($327)
La Perla Color Power Monokini One-Piece Women's Swimsuits One Piece [23] ($335)