Simons
Graded Pleated Balconette
CA$39.00CAD
In Stock
This Simons exclusive balconette bikini top is crafted from stretch nylon-blend microfibre with soft underwire cups and removable foam padding. It features a graded pleated design with contrasting thin shoulder straps, adjustable for a customized fit, and a 3-position hook closure at the back. Ideal for swimming and beachwear, it pairs with a matching swim bottom sold separately.
- Material
- Stretch nylon-blend microfibre
- Gender
- female
- Style
- classic, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Burgundy
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGE
Specifications
Simons exclusive stretch nylon-blend microfibre balconette top with soft underwire cups and adjustable straps.
Soft underwire cups with removable foam padding, adjustable thin straps, 3-position hook closure.
- Material
- Stretch nylon-blend microfibre
- Style
- classic, minimal
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- stretch nylon-blend microfibre fabric
- soft underwire cups
- removable foam padding
- adjustable thin straps
- 3-position hook closure
Product Insights
The Graded Pleated Balconette by Simons is a mix-and-match swim top with a 1930s French lingerie heritage: wide straps and a low neckline broaden the upper body, while soft-cup fabric layers conform to the natural shape and removable padding toggles between light coverage and a relaxed silhouette. The 82% nylon, 18% elastane microfibre feels silky and drapes fluidly, with acid dyes locking in deep burgundy even after sun, salt water, and sunscreen. However, the thin straps and soft cups offer limited support for D cup and above, making it a trade-off in favor of vintage style and customizable fit over bust support.
Verified claims
- Support
- Band supports most weight via three-position hook; thin straps carry less.
- Fit
- Limited support for D cup and above: thin straps and soft cups.
- Mix-and-match design
- Top sold separately from bottom; allows mixing sizes in the set.
- Heritage
- Wide straps and a low neckline, a 1930s French lingerie trait, broaden the upper body.
- Versatility
- Removable padding and separate top/bottom sizes customize the fit.
- Cup construction
- Soft-cup fabric layers conform to natural shape, microfibre is silky with fluid drape, and acid dyes lock in deep color.
- Coverage adjustability
- Removable foam padding toggles between light coverage and relaxed silhouette, with underwire maintaining lift.
- Fabric feel
- 82% nylon, 18% elastane microfibre feels silky and drapes fluidly.
- Color durability
- The burgundy gradient uses acid dyes that stay vibrant after sun, salt water, and sunscreen.
- Care
- Hand wash cold, lay flat to dry, no wringing, rinse after chlorine.
- Color retention
- Acid-dyed nylon resists fading from salt water and sunscreen.
- Mix-and-match sizing
- Buyers can choose different sizes for top and bottom.
- Strap placement
- Wide-set straps and a horizontal neckline create a lifted, shoulder-broadening silhouette.
Product record
- Title
- Graded Pleated Balconette
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Balconette cut in swimwear: neckline and fit
- With a medium coverage profile that sits between the minimal flash of a triangle and the full wrap of a full-cup, this balconette delivers enough hold for confident swimming but stays light and open at the neckline — a practical sweet spot for someone who wants support without feeling over-dressed.
- With straps set wider apart and a lower, horizontal neckline, the balconette re-channels the bust line across the collarbone instead of pulling it into a plunging V — a shaping strategy that visually broadens the upper body and pairs naturally with high-neck cover-ups or statement jewelry.
- The balconette cut traces directly to 1930s French lingerie, where it was engineered for a lifted, rounded bust with minimal coverage — a design lineage that gives this swim top a poised, vintage character distinct from sporty or ultra-revealing cuts.
Soft underwire swim tops: support without the stiff feel
- A balconette top frames the bust with a straight horizontal neckline and lifts from below via the underwire cradle — on this piece, that translates to a touch of retro polish and a focus on upper-chest and shoulder exposure, flattering for a sun-kissed vacation look.
- Designed as a soft cup with an underwire rather than a molded foam shell, this balconette lets the fabric conform to your natural shape while the underwire does the lifting — the result is a silhouette that reads as 'your contour, elevated' rather than a uniform push-up, which is ideal for a subtle, natural-looking boost.
- The foam padding is removable, so you can opt for light coverage and a sleek line when you want minimal show-through or remove it entirely for a softer, more relaxed silhouette — in both cases the underwire maintains structural support.
- The triple hook closure doesn't just offer sizing leeway — it lets you dial in the band tension so your ribcage takes most of the support, freeing the thin shoulder straps from load and allowing this soft underwire top to stay comfortably anchored even during an active beach day.
Simons exclusive swimwear: brand approach and quality
- The Graded Pleated Balconette is part of a coordinated mix-and-match lineup: the matching Graded high-cut cheeky bottom (sold separately) lets buyers select a different size for the top and bottom — a deliberate design choice that accommodates the common need for separate sizing when a structured underwire top meets a low-rise cheeky bottom.
Nylon-elastane microfibre feel and durability
- Microfibre nylon uses extra-fine denier filaments that feel virtually gritty-free against sensitive skin, giving the balconette top its silky, cool surface that doesn’t irritate even after hours of sunbathing.
- Nylon fibers have a lower bending modulus than polyester, giving the fabric a graceful fluidity that hugs curves without flattening them, which allows the underwire cups to move with the body for a natural, not artificial, profile.
- Solid nylon swimwear is typically dyed with acid dyes that bond at the molecular level, locking in the deep burgundy tone with exceptional washfastness, so the color stays saturated even after exposure to salt water and sunscreen.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
An underwire balconette-style bikini top with a graduated pink-to-burgundy cup color, contrasting thin shoulder straps (one peach-toned, one darker/maroon-toned), and visible seam and underwire construction at the cup base and center front.
- Cup shapeTwo molded balconette-style cups with a horizontal low-cut top edge and a rounded lower profile; cups meet at a narrow center gore with visible stitching.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.56 · w 0.84 · h 0.26 (high) - Underwire and seam detailStitched underwire channel visible along the lower edge of each cup and a vertical seam/crease at the cup center where fabric is slightly gathered.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.66 · w 0.84 · h 0.12 (high) - Gradient color on cupsCup fabric shows a graded color transition from a deeper burgundy at the top/outer edges to a brighter pink toward the lower/inner areas.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.58 · w 0.78 · h 0.20 (high) - Shoulder strapsThin adjustable-looking shoulder straps with different visible colors: the left-shoulder strap appears darker/maroon while the right-shoulder strap appears peach-to-light-orange; straps connect to the outer top of each cup.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.48 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high) - Binding/trimA piped binding runs along the lower edge and outer sides of the cups in a saturated pink/magenta tone, distinct from the cup gradient.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.66 · w 0.84 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Close-up studio shot of a model wearing the product, with visible sunglasses, hoop earring, plain light background, directional lighting creating shadows and highlight reflections on skin and fabric.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from chest up at a three-quarter angle facing slightly left; head turned slightly to the left and eyes obscured by sunglasses.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.60 (high) - Sunglasses propLarge black-framed sunglasses with orange-tinted lenses worn by the model, covering the eyes and upper nose.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.04 · w 0.56 · h 0.20 (high) - Earring propSingle visible gold hoop earring on the model's left ear.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high) - Lighting and shadowStrong directional studio lighting from the left creating bright highlights on the model's skin and soft shadow on the background to the right.
- BackgroundPlain light neutral background with a visible shadow cast by the model on the right side of the image.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.00 · w 0.26 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
graded burgundy to fuchsia· cup fabric#A30132deep maroon· left shoulder strap#A44C24peach· right shoulder strap#E49B6Bsaturated magenta· binding/trim#9B0231- Cup shapeTwo molded balconette-style cups with a horizontal low-cut top edge and a rounded lower profile; cups meet at a narrow center gore with visible stitching.
- 02
Product
Front view of a two-piece swimsuit with a balconette-style underwire top and matching low-rise bottoms in a magenta-to-pink gradient fabric with slight cup gathers and thin shoulder straps.
- Cup shapeBalconette-style molded cups with a horizontal top edge and a shallow vertical center seam between cups.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.22 · w 0.68 · h 0.18 (high) - Underwire and seamVisible underwire channel and seam line following the lower curve of each cup creating a defined cup base.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.08 (high) - Pleated gathersSubtle gathered pleating at the inner upper portion of each cup creating a graded pleated texture.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.24 · w 0.52 · h 0.10 (high) - Shoulder strapsThin adjustable shoulder straps; right strap appears lighter peach in color compared with the cup gradient.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (medium) - Bottoms cutLow-rise bikini bottoms with a narrow front panel and slight V curve at center front matching the top gradient.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.60 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth, slightly glossy swim fabric that reflects highlights along curved surfaces.
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the product against a white wall with visible shadow, accessorized with large sunglasses; three quarter frontal crop from head to upper thighs.
- Model poseFemale model standing facing the camera with arms relaxed at sides and torso centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Sunglasses propLarge black frame sunglasses with amber tinted lenses worn by the model.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.03 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high) - Background and shadowPlain white background with a distinct shadow cast to the right of the model indicating directional lighting from the left.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.00 · w 0.32 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and cropEven studio lighting with specular highlights on skin and fabric; image cropped from top of head to upper thighs.
Colors
deep magenta· cup upper gradientvivid pink· cup lower and front body gradient#CC6D42peach· right shoulder strap- Cup shapeBalconette-style molded cups with a horizontal top edge and a shallow vertical center seam between cups.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a two-piece swimwear set on a model showing the back of a graded pleated balconette-style top with adjustable straps, hook closure and matching high-cut bottom with a vertical gradient from pink to yellow.
- Back band and closureNarrow horizontal back band across the upper back with a center metal hook-and-eye style closure in a gold tone; fabric band shows a graded color from deep pink to lighter coral at the closure area.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.29 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Adjustable shoulder strapsThin adjustable shoulder straps attach to the band at the back with small gold-tone slide adjusters; the left strap appears uniformly deep pink while the right strap shows a lighter coral segment near the back attachment.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.18 · w 0.14 · h 0.30 (high) - Bottom rear panelHigh-cut bikini bottom rear panel visible with a vertical graded color transition from deep pink at the waistband to bright yellow near the lower edge; topstitched seam along the waistband in matching deep pink thread.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.62 · w 0.56 · h 0.32 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth, slightly shiny swim fabric with no visible texture or pattern other than the graded dye; edges finished with narrow stitched hems.
- Metal hardwareSmall gold-tone metal hardware pieces including strap slide adjusters and a center back hook appear polished and reflective.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.34 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing model from rear in front of a light neutral background with soft directional lighting from left creating a shadow on the wall; accessories and cropping visible.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from the upper back to upper thighs, turned slightly to the left with left arm relaxed and right hand resting on right hip.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.05 · w 0.94 · h 0.92 (high) - AccessoriesModel wears large black-framed glasses, small gold hoop earring in left ear, and a gold ring on the right hand middle finger.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.72 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light neutral wall background with a distinct soft shadow cast to the left of the model, indicating strong directional studio lighting from the right-front.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Image crop and framingImage cropped above the top of the model's head and at mid-thigh, centering the torso and swimwear; full body and feet are not visible.
Colors
deep pink to coral gradient· top fabric#C46433pink to yellow gradient· bottom fabric#E49364polished gold· metal hardware#DC894D- Back band and closureNarrow horizontal back band across the upper back with a center metal hook-and-eye style closure in a gold tone; fabric band shows a graded color from deep pink to lighter coral at the closure area.
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Q&A
2 answered- Is this top suitable for larger bust sizes (e.g., D cup and above) considering the thin straps and underwire design?
- This top features soft underwire cups with removable foam padding and adjustable thin straps, which provide moderate support. For larger bust sizes (D cup and above), the thin straps may not offer sufficient support, and we'd recommend checking customer reviews or sizing up for a more secure fit. If you have a fuller bust, you may want to consider a style with wider straps or more structured support.
- What are the recommended care instructions for this microfibre swim top? Is it chlorine-resistant?
- For this stretch nylon-blend microfibre swim top, we recommend hand washing in cold water with a mild detergent and laying flat to dry, away from direct heat. While nylon has some chlorine resistance, it's best to rinse the top thoroughly after swimming in chlorinated water to prolong its life and color. Avoid wringing or machine drying.