Quick answer
Choose 5 cm bikini bottoms for swim-ready cheeky coverage with sustainable recycled fabric, or 5 cm briefs for everyday underwear with a daring back cut-out. Both offer low-rise fit, but their intended use and design details differ.
5 cm briefs
Coverage and silhouette differences
Both styles feature 5 cm sides, which means they sit low on the hips and provide moderate rear coverage. The bikini bottoms are designed for water wear, with a focus on flattering the buttocks, hips, and groin while staying secure. The briefs, on the other hand, are cut for underwear, with a more provocative back cut-out and strap details that add a bold, lingerie-inspired look.
The 5 cm bikini bottoms come in solid teal or tropical prints, making them easy to pair with a matching top. The 5 cm briefs are available in a signature red shade, designed to stand out as a statement piece. Consider your wardrobe and how often you'll wear each before deciding.
Fabric and sustainability
Both the bikini bottoms and the briefs are made from recycled microfiber, supporting eco-friendly fashion. The teal bikini bottom includes glossy accents that enhance the figure, while the Paradisa print bikini bottom uses soft microfiber for a smooth feel. The briefs use the same recycled yarn but focus on a bold, confident aesthetic rather than swim-specific features.
If you prioritize swim-ready durability and quick-drying fabric, the bikini bottoms are the better choice. For everyday comfort with a touch of glamour, the briefs deliver.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Intended use: Bikini bottoms are designed for swimming and water activities; briefs are for everyday underwear. Using briefs for swimming may cause fabric wear or transparency.
- Back coverage: Both have 5 cm sides, but the briefs feature a daring back cut-out and strap details that expose more skin. Bikini bottoms offer fuller rear coverage. If you prefer minimal rear exposure, the bikini bottoms are more modest.
- Style options: Bikini bottoms come in solid teal or tropical print; briefs are available in signature red. The briefs are more of a statement piece, while bikini bottoms are versatile for mix-and-match swimwear.
Product details
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5 cm bikini bottom: Crafted from luxurious recycled fabric with strategically placed glossy accents that enhance your figure. The glossy accents add subtle shaping, making this bikini bottom a flattering choice for all body types at the beach or pool.
5 cm bikini bottom
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5 cm bikini bottom: Soft microfiber made with recycled yarn ensures a smooth, luxurious feel in a tropical Paradisa print. The soft fabric and vibrant print make this bikini bottom ideal for vacations or days when you want a fun, confident look.
Which one fits you?
Best for
- Beach days and pool parties where you want cheeky coverage and sustainable swimwear
- Mixing and matching with a variety of bikini tops in solid or printed styles
Not for
- Full coverage or high-waist swimwear preferences
- Everyday underwear that requires full back coverage without cut-outs
