Simons
Shimmery Striped Balconette
Women's balconette swim top featuring soft underwire cups with removable foam padding, adjustable thin straps, and a hook closure at the back. Made from a textured shell of 80% nylon, 5% metallic, and 15% elastane with a polyester/elastane lining, it offers a shimmery striped look. Matching bottoms are sold separately.
- Gender
- female
- Style
- resort, glam
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Size
Specifications
Shimmery striped balconette swim top with warm sunset colors and lamé threads.
Soft underwire cups with removable foam padding, adjustable thin straps, hook closure.
- Material
- Shell: 80% nylon, 5% metallic, 15% elastane; Lining: 90% polyester, 10% elastane
- Style
- resort, glam
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- Simons exclusive design
- Warm colour palette reminiscent of summer sunsets
- Textured fabric with lamé threads
- Shimmery striped pattern
- Soft underwire cups
- Removable foam padding
- Adjustable thin straps
- Hook closure behind
- Matching swim bottom sold separately
Product Insights
Simons' Shimmery Striped Balconette is a $39 CAD exclusive swim top with a durable lamé metallic finish that outlasts printed metallics, using 80% nylon for chlorine resistance and a full lining to prevent see-through wetness while maintaining softness from only 5% metallic fiber. It offers customizable fit via adjustable thin straps with back hook (avoiding neck strain), removable foam padding, and is fully lined and padded at one-third the cost of an unlined Victoria's Secret balconette, though requiring hand wash to preserve its fabric and finish.
- Fabric
Only 5% metallic fiber and a full lining keep the fabric soft against the skin.
Why this is supported
The shell contains only 5% metallic fiber, so the majority of the fabric contacting the skin is soft nylon and stretch elastane, greatly reducing the roughness common in lamé fabrics.
It’s usually not the most comfortable of fabrics to wear, and can sometimes feel itchy or rough against the skin.
fabricatedcloset.comAdditionally, the full polyester-elastane lining creates a smooth interface, as described:
the lining glides smoothly against the skin
thecoolhour.comThe stretch from 15% elastane allows the fabric to flex with the body, unlike rigid woven lamé:
Stretch lamé is highly stretchy, while woven lamé is not
fabricatedcloset.comThe nylon-rich composition offers a softer hand feel than polyester-based metallic tops, as seen in another brand's composition:
Body: 94% Polyester 6% Metallized Fibers
victoriassecret.com.auFinally, the full lining provides a comfort advantage over unlined tops; a comparable Victoria's Secret top is listed as
- Unlined
victoriassecret.com.auand priced at
$ 114.95
victoriassecret.com.auwhile the Simons top is $39 CAD, offering both comfort and value.
- Care
Hand wash required to preserve fabric softness and metallic finish.
Why this is supported
Proper care is essential for the delicate metallic lamé threads.
Hand wash is required. The care instructions specify: hand wash in cold water with mild soap, do not bleach, do not wring, and lay flat to dry in the shade.
How should I care for the metallic lamé fabric? Can I machine wash it, or is hand wash required?Following these steps helps maintain the fabric's softness and the metallic finish.
- Opacity
Full lining prevents the top from becoming see-through when wet.
Why this is supported
The top is fully lined, which provides opacity when wet. As confirmed by the brand:
Yes, the top is fully lined.
Is the fabric fully lined? Does it become see-through when wet?This lining helps prevent the top from becoming see-through when wet, as stated:
This lining helps prevent the top from becoming see-through when wet, offering both opacity and shape retention.
Is the fabric fully lined? Does it become see-through when wet?- Material
80% nylon shell provides chlorine resistance; lamé threads outlast printed finishes.
Why this is supported
A deep research comparison notes that
nylon typically offers better chlorine resistance and a softer, more durable hand than polyester in swimwear
How it compares to other metallic balconette swim tops — nylon_rich_shell_vs_polyesterThe shell's 80% nylon content therefore helps resist chlorine damage, extending the metallic finish's life. Additionally,
lamé traditionally involves a metallic yarn wrapped around a core, delivering a more pronounced, light-catching shimmer that holds up better to wear and washing than sprayed-on or printed metallic finishes.
How it compares to other metallic balconette swim tops — lam_threads_vs_generic_metallicThis means the metallic sheen is more durable than typical printed finishes.
The Simons top's shell uses 80% nylon, 5% metallic, 15% elastane, while the VS alternative is
Body: 94% Polyester 6% Metallized Fibers
victoriassecret.com.au. The Simons top incorporates lamé threads described as
Textured fabric, soft to the touch, enriched with lamé threads
lyst.com. Unlike generic lamé that
It’s usually not the most comfortable of fabrics to wear, and can sometimes feel itchy or rough against the skin.
fabricatedcloset.com, the Simons top benefits from a stretchy construction—
Stretch lamé is highly stretchy, while woven lamé is not
fabricatedcloset.com—and a full lining that
the lining glides smoothly against the skin
thecoolhour.com, ensuring comfort.
Lamé fabric is generally prone to itchiness:
However, the Simons top's shell uses only 5% metallic fiber and 15% elastane, making it
, and its full polyester-elastane lining
. In contrast, the comparable Victoria's Secret top is
- Unlined
victoriassecret.com.au, increasing the chance of direct contact with metallic threads.
- Value
Fully lined and padded at $39 CAD, one-third the cost of unlined VS balconette.
Why this is supported
The Simons top is priced at
$39.00
lyst.com, while the Victoria's Secret alternative costs
$ 114.95
victoriassecret.com.au. In contrast to the VS top being
- Unlined
victoriassecret.com.au, the Simons top is fully lined with removable foam padding, offering a significant advantage at a lower price.
- Strap style
Adjustable thin straps with back hook, avoiding halter neck strain.
Why this is supported
The Simons top uses adjustable thin straps with a back hook closure, avoiding the neck tension common with self-tie halterneck straps, as found on alternatives like the LASCANA top with
Self-tie halterneck straps
target.com.
- Exclusive design
Simons exclusive sunset-stripe lamé pattern, not sold elsewhere.
Why this is supported
The Simons top features an exclusive sunset-stripe pattern with lamé-enriched fabric, designed in-house and not available from mass-market retailers. This gives it a unique boutique appeal.
- Adjustability
Adjustable thin straps, back hook, and removable foam padding customize fit and support.
Why this is supported
The adjustable thin straps and back hook closure distribute support more evenly than
Self-tie halterneck straps
target.com, avoiding neck tension. The removable foam padding in the underwire cups lets the wearer customize lift and coverage, a feature absent from
- Unlined
victoriassecret.com.au. This combination offers a wider range of fit customization than fixed-tie halter or unlined metallic tops.
- Fit
Removable foam padding and traditional adjustable straps allow customizable lift and support.
Why this is supported
Unlike the comparable Victoria's Secret top, which is
- Unlined
victoriassecret.com.auand relies solely on its knit for support, the Simons version features soft underwire cups with removable foam padding, allowing the wearer to adjust lift and coverage. Additionally, the traditional adjustable thin straps with a back hook closure distribute weight evenly and avoid the neck strain common with
Self-tie halterneck straps
target.comused in competing metallic tops.
- Removable padding
Removable foam padding enables adjustable lift and coverage without compromising opacity.
Why this is supported
The product includes removable foam padding for lift customization, described as
allowing the wearer to customize lift and coverage — a feature absent from the unlined Victoria's Secret alternative
How it compares to other metallic balconette swim tops — removable_foam_paddingAdditionally, the full lining ensures opacity when pads are removed:
providing extra opacity and a smoother silhouette under the metallic knit
How it compares to other metallic balconette swim tops — full_lining_advantageThe padding also adapts to bust sizes:
adapting the metallic balconette shape to different bust sizes and preferences
How it compares to other metallic balconette swim tops — removable_foam_padding- Strap design
Thin adjustable straps with back hook prevent neck strain, stay secure.
Why this is supported
Deep research on swimwear strap ergonomics shows that, unlike
Self-tie halterneck straps
target.comwhich concentrate pressure on the neck, the adjustable thin straps with back hook closure distribute bust support across the shoulders and back. The metal sliders allow incremental length adjustments for a precise fit, and the symmetrical tension from the hook closure keeps the top secure during swimming without the need for re-tying.
- Lamé construction
Wrapped metallic yarn (lamé) yields a deeper, more durable shimmer than generic metallic threads.
Why this is supported
The Simons product description specifies
Textured fabric, soft to the touch, enriched with lamé threads
lyst.comwhereas the comparable Victoria's Secret top is described as
Multicolor, fine-knit fabric with shimmery threads
victoriassecret.com.au. This distinction indicates true lamé construction, which uses a metallic yarn wrapped around a core, delivering a deeper, more durable shimmer than generic metallic threads. Additionally, the Victoria's Secret version's shell contains
Body: 94% Polyester 6% Metallized Fibers
victoriassecret.com.au, while the Simons top's 80% nylon shell is more durable, extending the life of the lamé finish.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a striped balconette bikini set on a model showing the top and upper portion of the matching bottoms; visible components include underwired balconette cups, narrow shoulder straps, a small center-front gathered bridge, and low-rise bikini bottoms.
- Cup constructionShaped balconette cups with visible underwire channeling along the lower edge and vertical seaming that follows cup curvature.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.20 · w 0.62 · h 0.20 (high) - Center front detailSmall gathered fabric bridge at center front joining the two cups.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.28 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (high) - Strap styleNarrow adjustable shoulder straps in the same striped fabric, attaching at the cup outer edges and running over the shoulders.
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.15 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.69 · y 0.16 · w 0.10 · h 0.11 (high) - Bottom style visibleLow-rise bikini bottom visible at hips made from the same striped fabric with a narrow waistband.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.52 · h 0.28 (high) - Fabric patternHorizontal multicolor narrow stripes across both top and bottom; stripes run continuously across cup shapes and band.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.18 · w 0.68 · h 0.66 (high) - Shimmer detailFaint metallic or shimmery thread visible within some stripes, producing subtle sheen on the fabric surface.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.56 · h 0.58 (medium) - Visible hardwareNo visible external metal hardware on the front of the top or bottoms in this view.
Other
Studio-frontal shot of a model against a plain light off-white background. Soft, even lighting with minimal shadows; the model's left hand rests near the hip and wears small jewelry which is not part of the product.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from upper thighs to above head in a three-quarter frontal pose with torso slightly turned; right arm relaxed and left hand touching the hip area.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.96 (high) - BackgroundPlain light off-white seamless studio background with even illumination.
- LightingSoft, diffused lighting from the front producing minimal hard shadows and even skin tones.
- Props and accessoriesModel wearing hoop earrings and a ring on left hand; these accessories are separate from the product.
2 regions
x 0.56 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.70 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Image qualityHigh resolution and sharp focus on product area; no visible text elements or labels in the frame.
Colors
medium pink· primary stripe (pink)#B47552bright yellow· accent stripe (yellow)#F4BD9Awhite· accent stripe (white)- Cup constructionShaped balconette cups with visible underwire channeling along the lower edge and vertical seaming that follows cup curvature.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a two-piece swimsuit (balconette-style top and matching bottom) shown on a model; striped fabric with narrow horizontal bands and adjustable shoulder straps with metal sliders and a rear band clasp.
- View and fitRear-facing view of the swim top and matching bottom worn by a model; the top sits across the upper back with a horizontal back band and the bottom has a mid-rise cut covering the upper buttocks.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.14 · w 0.65 · h 0.76 (high) - Fabric patternFine horizontal stripes in alternating colors running continuously across both top and bottom pieces.
2 regions
x 0.45 · y 0.62 · w 0.40 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Shoulder strapsNarrow adjustable shoulder straps covered in the same striped fabric, each with a small gold-tone metal slider for length adjustment.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.08 · w 0.12 · h 0.38 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.14 · w 0.14 · h 0.36 (high) - Back band closureHorizontal back band of the top with a fabric-covered rectangular clasp or loop at the center back where the band connects.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.34 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Edge finishElasticized trim along the top band, straps, and leg openings with slight gathered/ruching appearance where the elastic meets the fabric.
2 regions
x 0.42 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.62 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Visible seamsVertical center seam visible on the back of the bottom piece, aligned with the model's spine and curving with the garment shape.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.62 · w 0.08 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from behind against a plain light neutral background with soft shadows; image is vertically oriented and well lit.
- BackgroundPlain light gray-to-off-white seamless background with a soft shadow to the left of the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.45 · h 1.00 (high) - Model poseModel standing with left arm bent and hand resting on hip, head turned slightly to the right showing a partial side profile.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.84 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven studio lighting with subtle shadowing on the left side of the image and gentle highlights on the model's skin and hair.
- HairDark curly hair falling to the upper back, partially covering the top strap area on the left side of the image.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
pink-coral striped· striped fabric (top and bottom)#CA8652gold-tone metal· metal strap sliders and back hardware#CE915D- View and fitRear-facing view of the swim top and matching bottom worn by a model; the top sits across the upper back with a horizontal back band and the bottom has a mid-rise cut covering the upper buttocks.