Over the past few decades, bikinis have been the most popular swimsuit for women. However, there are plenty of reasons to love the one-piece swimsuit. Here are some of the most compelling:

Firstly, a one-piece can be sexier than a bikini. While bikinis show off a lot of skin, modern one-pieces can highlight unique features of a woman’s body in a stunning way. For example, a high cut on the leg or a deep V-neck top can draw attention exactly where you want it. Additionally, the extra fabric provides more opportunities to showcase sexy patterns and hide imperfections. This means that many women can wear a one-piece or a monokini with more confidence than they would feel in a bikini.

Secondly, one-piece swimsuits feature a classic look. Classic style icons like Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, Sophia Loren, and Bo Derek made the one-piece synonymous with style and sophistication. Shows like Baywatch also cemented its status as a classic but sexy option. Even today, updating the classic with a modern twist is a way to ensure that you look sophisticated and sexy at the same time.

Thirdly, the one-piece is definitely in-style. Since 2017, the one-piece has rivaled or even surpassed the bikini as the most popular swimwear style. Many social media stars and influencers, like Kylie & Kendall Jenner, Bella & Gigi Hadid, Hailey Baldwin, Jennifer Lopez, and Selena Gomez, are frequently pictured in sizzling one-pieces. Designers have also picked up the pace accordingly, offering more one-piece styles than ever before.

Fourthly, one-piece swimsuits can double as a bodysuit or leotard. Unlike bikinis, which are often not allowed in shops, restaurants, and other public areas, one-pieces can be paired with shorts, a skirt, or even jeans to get a unique look that works for an evening out on the town.

Fifthly, one-pieces are great for active women. Whether you are surfing, playing volleyball, windsurfing, snorkeling, diving, or engaging in any other intense water sports, a one-piece has got you covered. You won’t have to worry about your top or bottoms slipping off and washing onshore. Most one-pieces offer a sexy and stylish option that will hold its own no matter how active you may be or how big the waves are that day!

Sixthly, you won’t lose half of your swimsuit. One of the most frustrating things about bikinis is losing one piece of it. With a one-piece swimsuit or monokini, it’s all or nothing. Either you lose the entire suit (and are left with no reminder of it) or you lose nothing. And to be fair, its larger size makes it much harder to lose than either piece of a bikini might be, meaning the odds are greater that you’ll keep the entire suit for longer than you might a bikini.

Lastly, one-piece swimsuits offer better sun protection. Even the most ardent sun-lovers understand that they have to protect their skin while soaking up the rays. UV damage can contribute to premature aging, and even contribute to certain types of skin cancers. With a one-piece suit or monokini, you don’t need to worry about applying sunscreen to nearly as much of your body as you would with a bikini. The one-piece provides ample coverage for your stomach and some of your back.