Must-Have High-Cut Swimsuits That Leave Little to the Imagination

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By Taylor Ayers published 2 May 20

Over the past few seasons, the high-cut one-piece swimsuit has reemerged both poolside and on Instagram, giving the bikini a run for its money. (When I was younger, I wouldn't be caught dead at the local community pool in a one-piece, but today—now that I'm older and wiser—I find the high-cut one-piece sexier and more feminine than our old friend the bikini.) From cheeky backsides to plunging fronts, and every possible cut-out imagined to minimize tan lines, there is no reason not to give one a try. Especially, when this high-cut leg and curve-hugging swimsuit silhouette can be found in every color, print, and texture. I have searched the depths of the Internet for the most flattering options available now. #Triggerwarning: If you haven't already daydreamed about a summer vacation, you will be by the time you've scrolled to the bottom of this page.

A Padded One-Piece Swimsuit

Myra Swim Not Your Mother's One-Piece

This sexy, high-cut swimsuit hugs you in all the right areas and comes with a padded top for that extra boost in support.

A Shiny One-Piece Swimsuit

La Reveche The Second Skin Swimsuit

Latex catsuit or swimsuit? This shiny-finish one-piece speaks to both styles and would definitely be Halle Berry-approved.

A Luxe One-Piece Swimsuit

Fendi The Runway One-Piece

This floral print was all over the Fendi runway for spring/summer 2020. You can bet on this swimsuit having a moment on rooftops (and balconies) in the concrete jungle this summer.

A Retro Floral Print One-Piece Swimsuit

Dodo Bar Or A Sunday Drive Swimsuit

This retro floral print swimsuit with its plunging neckline, high-cut legs, and flattering center twist detail is perfect for summer. Round out your look with this pink convertible car float and you're ready for that summer drive-in.

A Crochet One-Piece Swimsuit

Akoia Swim The Close-Knit One-Piece

This crochet one-piece highlights your curves with its high-cut sides and plunging back. Pair with a straw hat and oversized sunnies for the ultimate poolside princess vibe.

A Seersucker One-Piece Swimsuit

Hunza G Well Suited

Hunza G's signature seersucker fabric creates the ultimate textured swimsuit. Wear this to the beach or to the nearest beach bar with your favorite denim shorts.

A Blue and Green Tie-Dye One-Piece Swimsuit

Jacquemus The Selfie Suit

Need a swimsuit worthy of a selfie? This high-cut tie-dye number is vacation-photo goals.

A Pink Tie-Dye One-Piece Swimsuit

Solid & Striped The Ultimate Millennial Suit

Sweet and girly is how we'd describe this high-cut one-piece swimsuit. The millennial pink tie-dye and bow details will make this a fun piece to have in your swim collection. Give the whole look a little extra flair with this matching solid & striped sarong.

A Baywatch-Inspired One-Piece Swimsuit

Dos Gardenias Bae-Watch

Hubba hubba! All I see when looking at this high-cut, v-neck swimsuit is a slow motion Baywatch scene. Take it easy in this number, the lifeguards might be asking for mouth to mouth.

A White One-Piece Swimsuit

Anemone A Sun Kissed Secret

There's nothing better than having a solid white swimsuit highlight your sun-kissed skin. Try this sexy, high-cut one-piece with sneaky side cut-outs.

A Tiger Print One-Piece Swimsuit

Reina Olga The Carole Baskin

Rule the next Vegas pool party in this attention-grabbing animal print one-piece. Nobody will dare upstage you in your "sanctuary."

An Animal Print One-Piece Swimsuit

The Upside The Neutral One-Piece

In the immortal words of Sonja Morgan, "leopard is my neutral." (And, I completely agree.) This one-piece features a plunging back and cheeky side boob reveals.

A Front Cut-Out One-Piece Swimsuit

Tropic of C ABS-olutely Fabulous One-Piece

You've been working on your abs all winter and you're not ready to cover them up just yet. Show off that hard work and opt for this cut-out high-cut suit from Tropic of C.

A Side Cut-Out One-Piece Swimsuit

Missoni A Yacht Party One-Piece

Missoni is answering our boho dreams with this cut-out one-piece that gives us a sexy bikini illusion! Make it a full look with these Missoni zig-zag trousers and Missoni headband. Wear the outfit to a yacht party in Italy, where it belongs.

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Taylor Ayers