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The bikini game has changed.

No longer a weak whisp of fabric always threatening to untie or slide off, the latest styles are built for bodies of all sizes and designed to keep you comfortable during all manner of beach and pool activities without the worry of a nip slip or a wardrobe malfunction.

This week we took a deep dive into the world of comfortable bikinis, because let’s face it, who wants to spend their beach days tugging at ill-fitting strings or dealing with wedgies?

From hard-working elastic tops that will keep your gals in check during a spot of volleyball (hello H&M Smocked Bandeau) to flattering bottoms cut high on the leg for a lengthening effect, there’s a beautiful bikini for everyone.

Here are seven of our favourites from this week: 

White Zebra Print One Shoulder Ring Bandeau Bikini Top (€22.99) and Bottoms (€14.99)
New Look, Opera lane

Yellow Ribbed Button Bikini Top (€37) and Bottoms (€29)
River Island, Opera Lane