Quick answer
To wear a reversible swimsuit two ways, choose the side you want facing out, put the suit on with the straps loose, then adjust the multiway straps into classic, cross-back or halter position. Check the leg openings and bust seams for twists before tightening. Rinse and dry the suit flat between wears so both sides stay fresh.
Choose the side before you step in
Decide whether you want the graphic print or the plain black side facing out before you put the suit on. It is much easier to check the seams and lining while the suit is still in your hands. Turn the suit fully inside out so the chosen side is on the outside and the straps are not twisted.
Get the straps right for your shape
Multiway straps let you change the neckline without changing the suit. Classic straps sit straight over the shoulders, cross-back straps cross between your shoulder blades, and halter straps tie or clip behind your neck. Loosen the sliders first, put the suit on, then tighten each strap a little at a time until the bust feels supported but not compressed.
Check the fit at the bust, band and leg
A reversible swimsuit has two layers of fabric, so it can feel slightly firmer than a single-layer suit. Run a finger along the inside of the leg openings and under the bust band to make sure the fabric is lying flat. If the band rides up or the cups gape, adjust the straps or try the next size rather than pulling the suit tighter.
Flip the look without stretching the seams
To change sides during the day, step out of the suit rather than pulling it over your head. Roll the suit down from the shoulders, turn it inside out, and shake it gently so the seams settle. Avoid tugging on the strap joins or the centre front, because those points take the most strain on a reversible piece.
Step-by-step: wearing a reversible swimsuit two ways
- Pick your side and turn the suit: Hold the suit up and decide whether the print or the plain black side faces out. Turn the suit fully inside out so the chosen side is on the outside, and smooth the straps straight. Common mistake: putting the suit on first and trying to flip it while wearing it, which twists the straps and stretches the seams.
- Step in with the straps loose: Loosen the multiway sliders, step into the leg openings, and pull the suit up to your shoulders. Keep the straps untwisted as you lift them into place. Checkpoint: the leg openings should sit flat against your skin, not roll inward.
- Set the strap position: Choose classic, cross-back or halter straps and route them accordingly. Tighten each slider a small amount at a time, alternating sides so the tension stays even. Common mistake: over-tightening one strap before the other, which pulls the bust line off-centre.
- Adjust the bust and band: Smooth the cups so the triple-layered stretch fabric sits flat, then check that the underband is level all the way around. If the band rides up, loosen the straps slightly or size up. Checkpoint: you should be able to slide one finger under the band without it digging in.
- Flip to the second look: Step out of the suit, roll it down from the shoulders, and turn it inside out so the other side faces out. Shake it gently, then put it back on and reset the straps. Common mistake: pulling the suit over your head to flip it, which strains the strap joins and centre front.
- Rinse and dry flat between wears: After wearing, rinse the suit in cool water and lay it flat in the shade to dry. This keeps both sides fresh and protects the print and the plain side from fading. Next step: rotate your suit with a second swimsuit so each one dries fully before the next wear.
Product facts
- Curvy Kate Ripple Reef Reversible Non-Wired Multiway Swimsuit Black Print: The Ripple Reef Reversible Non-Wired Multiway Swimsuit has a graphic leaf print on a black base and reverses to a plain black option, with multiway straps for classic, cross-back or halter wear. One suit gives you a printed poolside look and a plain black option, and the strap positions let you change the neckline without packing a second swimsuit.
