Nike
Cross Strap Orchid One-Piece
The Cross Strap Orchid One-Piece is a women's one-piece swimsuit from Nike Swim, designed for swimming and water-based activities. It features soft cups with removable foam padding, adjustable thin straps that cross at the back, a rounded neckline, and a slim bikini cut with a 3-position hook closure. It is made of 83% recycled polyester and 17% spandex with a 100% recycled polyester lining; care is by hand washing, and the patterned blue colorway shows a large floral print.
- Color
- Orchid
- Gender
- female
- Style
- sporty, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Specifications
Cross strap one-piece swimsuit with soft cups and slim cut
Soft cups, adjustable straps, cross strap design, slim bikini cut
- Color
- Orchid · purple
- Material
- Shell: 83% recycled polyester, 17% spandex; Lining: 100% recycled polyester
- Style
- sporty, minimal
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- soft cups
- removable foam padding
- adjustable thin straps
- rounded neckline
- 3-position hook closure
- slim bikini cut
- cross strap back design
Product Insights
The Cross Strap Orchid One-Piece from Nike ($100 CAD) offers a sustainable swimwear option using recycled polyester that feels smoother than virgin, performs within 2-3% in wicking and drying, and reduces energy and emissions by 45-85%. Its independent straps and three-position hook closure provide adjustable support and step-in dressing like a bra, but the suit may not fit longer torsos and spandex degrades with heavy chlorine exposure, requiring rinsing after use. While suitable for active swimming and beachwear, lap swimmers may prefer TYR or Lands End, and the one-size-fits-all foam padding lacks cup size options.
Verified claims
- Strap adjustability
- The back hook offers three positions and each strap adjusts independently.
- Support
- Hook closure and crossed-geometry deliver secure support during swimming.
- Dressing convenience
- The suit steps on and hooks like a bra, no overhead pull.
- Torso fit
- Buyers report it may not be long enough for longer torsos, causing shoulder pull.
- Hand feel
- The recycled polyester fabric can feel smoother and silkier than virgin polyester, depending on the recycling process.
- Drying speed
- Dries as fast as virgin polyester, with wicking and dry time within 2-3%.
- Durability
- Retains stretch, resists chlorine and pilling; spandex degrades with heavy chlorine.
- Sustainability
- Manufacturing uses 45–85% less energy and 30–60% fewer emissions than virgin; sourced from bottles.
- Performance and feel
- Recycled polyester matches virgin within 2-3% in wicking, dry time, and breathability.
- Spandex care
- Rinsing the suit after chlorine exposure helps maintain spandex durability.
- Coverage
- The slim bikini cut typically provides moderate hip coverage, though it may lean slightly cheekier than a standard bikini cut.
- Intended use
- The cross-strap back and slim bikini cut suit active swimming and casual beachwear.
- Chlorine resistance
- Shell: 83% recycled polyester (resists chlorine) and 17% spandex (degrades); rinse after use.
- Lap swimming suitability
- The suit's chlorine-resistant recycled polyester holds up in saltwater and is suitable for regular lap swimming, though heavy chlorine exposure may degrade the spandex blend faster.
- Removable padding
- The foam padding is one-size-fits-all and not available in different cup sizes.
- Fit adjustability
- Independent straps and 3-position hook customize lift, symmetry, and underbust security.
- Hook closure
- Three-position back hook provides adjustable, secure fit.
- Back hook
- Three-position hook back prevents neck closure from popping open.
- Strap adjustment
- Each strap adjusts independently, so the wearer can correct for asymmetrical shoulder slope or tension.
- Strap stability
- Crossed-strap geometry and adjustable hook keep straps anchored during swimming.
- Strap profile
- The thin straps prevent bulky lines under cover-ups while still allowing lift adjustment.
- Care instructions
- Hand wash in cold water and avoid bleach, tumble drying, or ironing to protect the spandex fibers.
- Stretch retention
- The recycled polyester shell can match or exceed virgin polyester elasticity, so the suit's four-way stretch is not compromised.
Product record
- Title
- Cross Strap Orchid One-Piece
- Brand
- Nike
- Price
- 100 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Cross Strap Orchid One-Piece: Choose this if you want an adjustable one-piece with thin crossed straps, soft cups with removable foam padding, and a 3-position hook at the back of its low scooped back. Its slim, high-cut leg openings and low side cut offer moderate bottom coverage, in a navy blue all-over large floral print (Patterned Blue). The shell is 83% recycled polyester and 17% spandex with a fully recycled polyester lining, and an X-LARGE variant is documented.[1,2,3] | Solid Open-Back One-Piece: Choose this if you want a one-piece for active laps in chlorinated pools or sauna use: it is built to stand up to long chlorine sessions, and its wide V straps offer high support with a locked-in feel for easy movement. The large teardrop open back is flattering for relaxed poolside wear, but the soft, unpadded cups provide minimal bust support, which one review analysis calls a dealbreaker for larger-chested swimmers. Note that it runs very small for most wearers—sizing up one to two sizes is typically needed—though sizing feedback is mixed, so check fit carefully.[4,5,6] | Slate Blue Seersucker Stripe One-Piece: Choose this if you want a lightly supportive one-piece with a square neckline, thin adjustable straps, and soft cups with removable foam padding, paired with a stretch textured seersucker-style stripe in slate blue and black. Its high-cut leg and cheeky cut mean moderate coverage, so it suits shoppers comfortable with a more revealing silhouette. The suit is lined and made largely from recycled polyester and polyamide, with listed sizes from X-Small to Medium.[7,8,9] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
One-piece swimsuit shown on a model from a three-quarter front-right angle; navy base with an all-over large floral print, scoop neckline, medium shoulder straps, high-cut leg openings and low side cut.
- Silhouette and angleFront-right three-quarter view of a one-piece swimsuit fitted to a model; torso and upper thighs visible, right side of the suit and straps shown in profile.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.12 · w 0.66 · h 0.80 (high) - Neckline and strapsScoop front neckline with two medium-width shoulder straps that continue over the shoulders; straps sit close to the neck line and are part of the same printed fabric.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Side cut and leg openingLow side cut under the arm with a high-cut leg opening that reveals the model's hip and upper thigh area.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.40 · w 0.35 · h 0.45 (high) - Fabric printAll-over large floral pattern printed directly on the fabric featuring oversized flower motifs and leaves distributed across the front and side panels.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.22 · w 0.48 · h 0.60 (high) - Primary fabric finishSmooth, slightly shiny knit typical of swim fabric with a flat surface and no visible texture or seams on the front face.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.60 (medium) - Visible stitching and constructionNarrow seam visible along the leg opening edge; strap attachments appear to be sewn into the main body without visible hardware.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.62 · w 0.26 · h 0.28 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a model against a plain light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadow; model posed with left hand touching a wall and hair pulled back.
- Model and poseFemale model standing, facing slightly toward camera with head turned; left arm extended to touch a wall and right arm relaxed by her side, hair tied back.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 0.98 (high) - Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray to white background with soft shadowing behind the model indicating diffused studio lighting.
- Image crop and framingVertical crop showing model from top of head down to upper thighs; slight left-side negative space where the model's left hand meets the background.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - AccessoriesModel wearing small hoop earrings; no other accessories on the visible area of the product.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.06 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
navy blue· base fabric#143B6Cpale aqua blue· large flower motifscream· secondary flower and accent petalssage green· leaf motifs#A5CB94pale yellow· small floral accents- Silhouette and angleFront-right three-quarter view of a one-piece swimsuit fitted to a model; torso and upper thighs visible, right side of the suit and straps shown in profile.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a one-piece swimsuit with thin crossed shoulder straps, a low scooped back and an all-over large floral print on a dark blue background.
- Overall silhouetteOne-piece swimsuit shown from the back with a low scooped back opening and moderate bottom coverage that follows the natural hip curve.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - Strap configurationTwo narrow fabric shoulder straps that cross at the upper back and continue down to the sides of the suit; straps appear adjustable with small slider hardware on at least one strap.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.06 · w 0.24 · h 0.38 (high) - Strap hardwareSmall metallic slider or ring visible on the right-side strap where it crosses, appearing as a narrow silver-toned component.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.18 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium) - Print patternLarge floral and leaf pattern printed across the swimsuit featuring oversized blossoms and foliage that vary in color and overlap the suit surface.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.54 · h 0.56 (high) - Neckline and back depthBack neckline is a deep scoop that exposes most of the upper and mid back down to the lower shoulder blades.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.32 · h 0.30 (high) - Visible seamsEdge seams visible around the leg openings and along the top edge of the back opening, matching the printed fabric.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.52 · w 0.50 · h 0.40 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the swimsuit against a plain light background; three-quarter rear pose with hair in a low ponytail and small hoop earring visible on the near ear.
- Model poseFemale model stands with back to camera and head turned slightly left in a three-quarter rear pose showing the swimsuit back.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 1.00 (high) - Hair and earringModel's hair pulled back into a low ponytail and a small circular hoop earring visible on the left ear.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a smooth light gray to white seamless background with minimal shadows.
- Image framingVertical crop showing model from head to mid-thigh, centered horizontally with slight leftward head turn.
Colors
navy blue· main body#133B6Bcream· floral print - cream blossomslight blue· floral print - light blue petalssage green· floral print - leavesmetallic silver· strap hardware- Overall silhouetteOne-piece swimsuit shown from the back with a low scooped back opening and moderate bottom coverage that follows the natural hip curve.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Nike
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Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/MidsizefashionRedditors in r/Midsizefashion generally express dissatisfaction with Nike swimsuits, finding them just okay or not great, and recommend alternatives like Lands End and TYR.
Both commenters report mediocre experiences with Nike suits, with one preferring TYR and the other suggesting Lands End.
Themes
Use Cases
- Lap swimming
- Comfortable and cute athletic swimwear
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Lands End swimsuits
Lands End is recommended over Nike for having long torso options and being size inclusive.
vs TYR TYReco Maxfit
TYR is preferred over Nike for lap swimming, with a high leg and flattering fit.
Source Threads
Negative experience with Nike swimsuits
I haven’t had great luck with Nike suits. Try lands end swimsuits. They have a “long torso” option and have some cute sporty one pieces and are size inclusive.
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