3 Ways to Wear a Bikini After Hours
- nimrit sandhu
- Oct 23, 2020
- 2 min read
A swimsuit isn't only for the beach. If you want to get the most out of your wardrobe, here's some style tips you likely don't know about.
There are countless ways to wear your bikini or one piece bathing suit. Use it to create an outfit for a casual lunch, happy hour drinks or even a formal dinner. Here are 3 outfits you can create with items you may already have in your wardrobe.
Look #1 Fall Street Style
Use your bikini top as the centerpiece to create a look that captures a vibe of understated glamour. Elegant, yet approachable, sophisticated, but not stiff.

Take inspiration from the street to create a casual fall outfit with your black bikini top. This look is perfect for grabbing a caramel macchiato to catch up with your BFF at an outdoor cafe.

Wear your bandeau top with rich, earthy colors like burnt orange and deep browns
Layer your structured bandeau top under a neutral button-down shirt. Leave the buttons undone and tie a knot in the front
Pair with black pants
Style with an earthy colored oversized cardigan
Finish with accessories in a complementary color
Look #2 Evening Out
The textured finish of this strapless bikini top makes a perfect sultry outfit for a night on the town.
Wear it with a black tailored blazer
Pair with matching pants or a gold skirt
Cinch the blazer to your waist with a wide belt
Finish this bold sexy look with minimal black pumps
Add bold red lips
Delicious date night guaranteed.
Look #3 Social Event
A bandeau top is a great staple for layering under feminine organza or tulle sheer tops.
It provides more fullness than a simple bralette. It's definitely more stylish than a boring undershirt.

Elevate the look of a sheer top by pairing it with a luxurious bandeau bikini top. The structured cups create a pretty mermaid silhouette. The tie adds a cute detail that's noticeable from the back.
Layer under a sheer top
Pair with black pants or pencil skirt
Complete the look with leather pumps and a clutch