Simons
Gathered-Back Cheeky Bikini Bottom
Gathered-back cheeky bikini bottom in a recycled nylon blend. Features a vertical gathered seam at the center back for a ruched effect, with inner seams and smooth swim fabric. Suitable for swimming and beachwear; matching top sold separately.
- Material
- Recycled nylon blend
- Gender
- female
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Size
Specifications
Cheeky bikini bottom with gathered back, made from recycled nylon blend.
Cheeky back gathering, inner seams, recycled nylon blend
- Material
- Recycled nylon blend
- Occasion
- beach-day, vacation
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- Simons exclusive
- Recycled nylon blend
- Cheeky style gathered at the back
- Inner seams
- Matching top sold separately
Product Insights
The Simons gathered-back cheeky bikini bottom uses a fixed, sewn-in gathering that retains its ruched shape wet and dry, elongating the glutes and hiding asymmetry without adjustment. However, its construction prioritizes lounging and posing over active swimming—it cannot tighten and may become sheer without lining when wet. Made from 85% recycled nylon and spandex, the fabric offers better softness and chlorine resistance than recycled polyester while reducing water use, and the Simons-exclusive design coordinates with tops. At a $19.99 sale price, it undercuts similar styles, but requires careful cold hand-washing to preserve the ruched detail.
- Wet shape retention
Gathered back keeps its ruched definition after swimming.
Why this is supported
The bottom uses an 85/15 recycled nylon-spandex blend, which research shows recovers faster than polyester-spandex when wet.
Nylon-spandex (80/20 or 85/15) recovers better than polyester-spandex when wet.
apparel.alibaba.comThis ensures the gathered back resists sagging and retains its ruched definition after swimming.
- Shape consistency
Gathered back shape remains consistent during wear without adjustment.
Why this is supported
The gathered back is constructed with inner seams, making it non-adjustable. This ensures the shape stays consistent during lounging and light movement without requiring adjustment.
The gathered back is sewn in place and not adjustable via drawstring. The gathering is created by the inner seams, as described in the product details.
Does the gathered back have functional adjustability (e.g., drawstring) or is it sewn in place?This construction makes the bottom ideal for resort wear and photo contexts where a defined, low-maintenance rear line is the goal.
When it’s worth caring about: You prioritize photo-ready shape and wear primarily for static posing.
apparel.alibaba.comThese details confirm the shape consistency benefit.
- Lift and symmetry
Gathered back elongates the glutes and hides minor asymmetry.
Why this is supported
The gathered center seam pulls fabric toward the midline, creating a scrunch effect that enhances the rear profile. Research on scrunch-back bottoms confirms:
- Scrunch-back bottoms: Use gathered fabric along the center seam to create lift and dimension. Pros: Visually elongates the glutes; hides minor asymmetry.
apparel.alibaba.comThis design feature makes the bottom flattering on a range of body shapes by elongating the glutes and minimizing perceived asymmetry.
- Lounging and posing
Sewn-in gathering maintains silhouette for photos and comfort for lounging.
Why this is supported
The sewn-in gathering is
The gathered back is sewn in place and not adjustable via drawstring.
Does the gathered back have functional adjustability (e.g., drawstring) or is it sewn in place?, which creates a fixed silhouette. The center seam uses gathered fabric to
Use gathered fabric along the center seam to create lift and dimension. Pros: Visually elongates the glutes; hides minor asymmetry.
apparel.alibaba.com. The inner seams provide a smooth finish, making it comfortable for extended sitting or lounging.
- Wet performance
Nylon-spandex blend recovers shape when wet, but may become sheer without lining.
Why this is supported
The nylon-spandex blend recovers better when wet, as
Nylon-spandex (80/20 or 85/15) recovers better than polyester-spandex when wet.
apparel.alibaba.com. However, the bottom has no built-in lining, so
we recommend checking the fabric opacity if that is a concern.
Is there a built-in lining in this bikini bottom?- Active swimming limitation
Fixed gathered back cannot tighten; unsuitable for swimming laps or water sports.
Why this is supported
The gathered back is
sewn in place and not adjustable via drawstring.
Does the gathered back have functional adjustability (e.g., drawstring) or is it sewn in place?This lack of adjustability means the bottom cannot be tightened for active movement, making it less suited for activities like swimming laps or surfing.
- Care
Cold rinse, hand wash, and flat drying preserve the ruched detail and fabric.
Why this is supported
To preserve the ruched back and fabric, care guides advise:
rinse it immediately in cold or lukewarm water
theconversation.comAvoid hot water, as cautioned:
Never rinse with hot water, as heat makes fibres brittle and stretches the elastane components.
theconversation.comHand wash with mild detergent, as recommended:
the best way to wash your swimwear is by hand, with a mild detergent
theconversation.comDry flat, as advised:
lay garments flat to prevent the stretching and deformation that occurs when hanging wet fabric
theconversation.comThese steps together preserve the gathered seam and fabric integrity.
- Material
Recycled nylon blend (85% reprocessed nylon, 15% spandex) outperforms recycled polyester in softness and chlorine resistance, with 90% less water use.
Why this is supported
The product's 85/15 nylon-spandex blend
recovers better than polyester-spandex when wet
apparel.alibaba.com. While competitor bottoms use blends such as
84% recycled polyester and 16% elastane
kulanikinis.coand
75% recycled polyester, 25% elastane
insportline.eu. Additionally, the recycled nylon fabrication uses
90% less water
fumaofabric.comcompared to virgin nylon.
The recycled nylon blend—85% reprocessed nylon, 15% spandex—offers significant environmental benefits:
uses 90% less water, emits 80% less CO2, and diverts waste from landfills and oceans.
fumaofabric.comCompared to recycled polyester used in competitors, recycled nylon is softer and recovers shape better when wet—
Nylon-spandex (80/20 or 85/15) recovers better than polyester-spandex when wet.
apparel.alibaba.comTo prolong its life, the Conversation advises
to rinse it immediately in cold or lukewarm water
theconversation.com, followed by hand washing with mild detergent and laying flat to dry. The gathered-back design uses inner seams, eliminating plastic adjusters—
The gathered back is sewn in place and not adjustable via drawstring.
Does the gathered back have functional adjustability (e.g., drawstring) or is it sewn in place?- Construction
Fixed gathered back never needs adjusting during wear.
Why this is supported
The bottom uses inner seams that hide raw edges, reducing chafing. The gathered back is sewn in place; it never needs adjusting. Sources note it is optimized for
photo-ready shape and wear primarily for static posing
apparel.alibaba.com. Additionally, the center gathering uses
Visually elongates the glutes; hides minor asymmetry
apparel.alibaba.com, producing a lifted rear profile.
- Exclusive design
Simons exclusive in-house design coordinates with the brand's swim tops.
Why this is supported
The bottom is a Simons exclusive, developed in-house to ensure fit and color compatibility with the brand's other swim tops. The color palette (Black, Patterned Ecru, Pink) is intentionally curated for coordinated separates.
- Value
$19.99 sale undercuts gathered bottoms like Kulani at $37.50.
Why this is supported
At the sale price of $19.99, this bottom undercuts the comparable Kulani gathered tie-side bottom, which is listed at
37.50 CAD 75.00 CAD7500
kulanikinis.coon sale. While Kulani uses recycled polyester (e.g.,
SEAQUAL: 75% recycled polyester, 25% elastane
insportline.eu), this Simons bottom uses recycled nylon for a similar gathered silhouette.
- Gathering
Inner seams provide a fixed, shape-retaining gathered back with a seamless finish.
Why this is supported
The gathered back is created by inner seams that hide raw edges, and it is
sewn in place and not adjustable via drawstring
Does the gathered back have functional adjustability (e.g., drawstring) or is it sewn in place?, ensuring a consistent silhouette. The recycled nylon/spandex blend aids shape recovery, as verified by material research:
Nylon-spandex (80/20 or 85/15) recovers better than polyester-spandex when wet
apparel.alibaba.comThe gathered seam also provides a visual lift:
Visually elongates the glutes; hides minor asymmetry
apparel.alibaba.com.
- Exclusivity
Simons exclusive brings three curated colorways for easy mix-and-match.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified that this product is a Simons exclusive, developed in-house. The three available colorways (Black, Patterned Ecru, Pink) are intentionally curated to mix-and-match with other Simons swim tops, ensuring a coordinated swimwear set.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a model wearing a black bikini bottom with gathered center back seam; matching black bikini top with adjustable shoulder straps and metal back hook is also visible.
- Back gathered seamVertical gathered seam runs along the center back of the bikini bottom, creating a ruched effect at the rear center panel.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.57 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high) - Bottom cut and waistbandMid-rise bikini bottom with curved leg openings and a smooth, narrow waistband that sits below the natural waistline on the model.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.56 · w 0.46 · h 0.36 (high) - Fabric appearance - bottomBottom fabric is smooth and matte with slight sheen on curved surfaces, appearing as a single-layer swim fabric without visible texture or pattern.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.60 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Matching top visibleMatching black bikini top with a wide underband and adjustable thin shoulder straps; straps have metal slider hardware and the back closure is a metal hook on a fabric band.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Top side panel seamVertical seam line visible on the side of the bikini top connecting the cup to the underband.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.28 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (medium) - Metal hardwareSmall metal ring on the shoulder strap and a metal hook closure on the back band are visible and have a polished finish.
2 regions
x 0.51 · y 0.31 · w 0.05 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.51 · y 0.37 · w 0.08 · h 0.05 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a model from rear three-quarter angle against a plain light background with soft directional lighting producing a diffuse shadow to the left.
- Model poseModel is turned away from camera in a rear three-quarter pose with right arm raised and hand touching hair, showing the back and side of the swimwear.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.00 · w 0.90 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingPlain off-white background with a soft shadow cast to the left of the model, indicating directional studio lighting from the right.
- Hair and accessoriesModel has long curly dark hair falling over the right shoulder and is wearing small hoop earrings and rings on the raised hand.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.00 · w 0.37 · h 0.32 (high) - Image framingProduct and model are centered vertically with the lower torso and upper thighs fully visible; image is cropped near the mid-thigh and top of head is partially out of frame.
Colors
black· bikini bottom fabric#0E0C0Eblack· bikini top fabric- Back gathered seamVertical gathered seam runs along the center back of the bikini bottom, creating a ruched effect at the rear center panel.
- 02
Product
Front view of a model wearing a two-piece black swimsuit: a scoop-neck crop-style bikini top with thin adjustable straps and a high-rise cheeky bikini bottom with smooth finish and high-cut leg openings.
- Top necklineScoop neckline on a crop-style bikini top with continuous smooth fabric across the cups.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.45 · h 0.16 (high) - Top strapsThin shoulder straps attached at the top of the cups; left strap visible running over the model's shoulder.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.09 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.11 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high) - Top construction detailVisible underbust seam or band contouring the lower edge of the top, creating a slight curved stitch line across the front.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.22 · w 0.44 · h 0.06 (high) - Bottom silhouetteHigh-rise bikini bottom with a smooth front panel and high-cut leg openings that angle upward toward the hips.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.42 · w 0.46 · h 0.24 (high) - Bottom edge finishClean, narrow hems at waistband and leg openings with no visible decorative trim.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.42 · w 0.46 · h 0.24 (medium) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte to slightly lustrous swim fabric with uniform color and minimal surface texture.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.12 · w 0.46 · h 0.54 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a standing model against a plain light background with soft directional lighting from the left creating a faint cast shadow; image cropped to show the model from head to upper thighs.
- Model presenceFemale model shown standing facing forward with hair loose and hands relaxed at sides; jewelry visible on both hands and one ear.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingPlain off-white background with soft directional lighting from the left producing a subtle shadow on the wall to the model's right.
- Crop and framingImage framed vertically showing the model from near the top of the head down to the mid-thigh area; lower legs are cropped out.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the model and swimsuit with neutral color rendering and no visible text or logos in the scene.
Colors
black· bikini top#1C0B0Ablack· bikini bottom#0E0C0E- Top necklineScoop neckline on a crop-style bikini top with continuous smooth fabric across the cups.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a black cheeky bikini bottom with a vertically gathered center back seam, shown on a model wearing a matching black bra with adjustable straps and a metal back clasp.
- Back gathered seamVertical gathered (ruched) seam runs down the center of the rear panel of the bikini bottom, creating a cinched effect.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.52 · w 0.27 · h 0.26 (high) - Bikini bottom silhouetteHigh-rise rear coverage with curved leg openings that angle upward at the hips, revealing cheeky lower rear shape.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.56 · w 0.45 · h 0.36 (high) - Material appearanceSmooth, matte fabric with slight sheen at highlights consistent with swim fabric; appears untextured and uniform.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.48 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (medium) - Matching top visibleMatching black bra-style swim top visible from rear with thin adjustable shoulder straps and a horizontal band closing with a centered metal clasp.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.17 · w 0.44 · h 0.24 (high) - Adjustable strap hardwareSmall metal adjuster rings on the shoulder straps and a metal back clasp on the band are visible.
2 regions
x 0.52 · y 0.24 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.39 · y 0.28 · w 0.14 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio rear-three-quarter shot of a standing model against a pale neutral background with soft shadow to the left; even soft lighting highlights contours and fabric sheen.
- Shot compositionRear-three-quarter view showing model turned slightly to the right, framing the back of the swimwear from shoulders to upper thighs.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.04 · w 0.76 · h 0.92 (high) - Background and shadowPlain light neutral (off-white) background with a soft cast shadow to the left of the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.45 · h 1.00 (high) - Model stylingLong wavy hair falls over the left shoulder and back; model's right hand is visible at the lower right edge wearing a small ring on the index finger.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.35 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.69 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high) - Lighting qualitySoft diffuse studio lighting with gentle highlights and minimal harsh shadows, creating a balanced, even exposure on skin and fabric.
Colors
solid black· bikini bottom main#0D0C0Fsolid black· bra band and straps#1C0C0A- Back gathered seamVertical gathered (ruched) seam runs down the center of the rear panel of the bikini bottom, creating a cinched effect.