Simons
Underbust-Seam Bralette Bikini Top
CA$19.99CA$39.00-49%
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This underbust-seam bralette bikini top is a women's swimwear top for swimming and water activities, made from a recycled nylon blend. It features soft cups with removable foam padding, adjustable thin straps, and a 3-position hook closure at the back. The matching swim bottom is sold separately.
- Material
- Recycled nylon blend
- Gender
- female
- Style
- minimal, sporty
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
BlackPatterned EcruPink
Size
X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGE
Specifications
Sustainably crafted bralette bikini top with soft cups and adjustable straps.
Recycled nylon blend, soft cups, adjustable thin straps, 3-position hook closure, underbust seam
- Material
- Recycled nylon blend
- Style
- minimal, sporty
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- Simons exclusive
- recycled nylon blend
- soft cups with removable foam padding
- adjustable thin straps
- 3-position hook closure
- underbust seam detailing
- matching swim bottom sold separately
- bralette silhouette
- lightweight swim fabric
Product Insights
The Underbust-Seam Bralette Bikini Top by Simons ($39) offers light support ideal for lounging and casual swimming, with removable foam padding for adjustable shaping. Its 85% recycled nylon, regenerated from waste nets, delivers durability and stretch recovery that resists pilling and bagging through hundreds of wears, while avoiding ~4.1 t CO₂ per ton vs. virgin nylon. The main tradeoff: it is not suited for high-impact sports, and chlorine exposure reduces stretch recovery, requiring immediate cold water rinsing and air-drying flat after padding removal to maintain shape. Matching bottoms at the same price or discounted to $9.99–$19.99 complete a sustainable set.
Verified claims
- Support level
- Underbust seam provides light support for lounging and casual swimming.
- Removable padding
- Foam padding is removable for adjustable shaping and support.
- Padding care
- Remove the foam padding before washing and air-dry flat to maintain smooth cups.
- Activity suitability
- For light swimming and lounging, not for high-impact sports; ideal for beach over pool.
- Set value
- Matching bottoms available at the same price, often discounted to $9.99–$19.99.
- Chlorine care
- Rinse in cold water immediately after swimming to prevent chlorine damage.
- Stretch recovery
- Stretches and snaps back, maintaining shape through hundreds of wears.
- Chlorine resistance
- Chlorine exposure reduces stretch recovery and shape retention over time.
- Durability
- Resists pilling and bagging from sand and sunscreen through hundreds of wears.
- Recycled nylon origin
- 85% reprocessed nylon regenerated from waste nets and offcuts, saving 4.1t CO₂/tonne, with virgin-like durability.
- Matching set
- Coordinating bottoms are made of the same recycled nylon blend.
- Set savings
- On sale, top is $19.99; add a matching bottom for $9.99–$19.99 for a full set.
- Matching bottoms
- Two Simons-exclusive bottoms—Ribbed High cheeky and Side Ruching Slim—complete the set.
- Sustainability
- Recycled nylon set avoids ~4.1 t CO₂ per ton compared to virgin nylon.
Product record
- Title
- Underbust-Seam Bralette Bikini Top
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Matching bottoms and styling options
- Simons' Ribbed High cheeky bottom — high-waist, sporty high-rise, and also a Simons exclusive in recycled nylon — pairs with the bralette to create an athletic two-piece; the rib texture adds dimension against the smooth top, while both pieces share the same $39 CAD original price (often discounted together) for a set that matches in quality and cost.
- The Simons Side Ruching Slim bottom in black shares the same recycled nylon blend and price tier, delivering a high-cut bikini silhouette with side ruching that leans more leg-lengthening and less cheeky than the bralette's athletic cut, offering a mixed-profile set where the top provides cropped coverage and the bottom keeps the line sleek.
- The Underbust-Seam Bralette, Ribbed High bottom, and Side Ruching Slim bottom all carry the same original $39 CAD retail, typically marked down to $9.99–$19.99 CAD in sale cycles, so a buyer can assemble a full coordinated set from the same Simons exclusive tier without one piece costing disproportionately more.
How recycled nylon performs in swimwear
- Despite its softness, recycled nylon's fibre strength is comparable to virgin nylon, so the smooth black surface resists pilling and fuzzing even against sand, sunscreen, and tote bag abrasion — it's built to look new after multiple vacations.
- Nylon's natural elasticity gives recycled versions a distinct advantage over polyester in body-hugging swimwear: high stretch and recovery ensure the bralette top retains its shape after hours of wear, snapping back instead of bagging out at the edges.
- This top's fabric likely originated as discarded nylon waste — fishing nets, carpet fluff, or factory scraps — diverted from landfill or ocean pollution and regenerated without new petroleum; the process avoids roughly 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per tonne of nylon compared to virgin production, giving the garment a tangible sustainability credential beyond marketing language.
- Recycled nylon prioritises a silky, luxurious hand and superior stretch over chlorine and UV endurance, making it an ideal choice for beach days and salt-water swimming; frequent pool use will fade colour and degrade elasticity faster than polyester, though immediate fresh-water rinsing can slow the process.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A black bralette-style bikini top with thin shoulder straps and a scooped neckline is worn by a model; the top is smooth matte fabric and is partially occluded by the model's arms and a striped towel.
- SilhouetteScoop-neck bralette shape with low curved neckline and thin shoulder straps visible on both shoulders.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.55 · w 0.42 · h 0.25 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, solid black fabric with a matte finish and no visible pattern or texture.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.55 · w 0.42 · h 0.25 (high) - Strap detailThin, flat black shoulder straps connecting to the front of the bralette near the outer chest.
2 regions
x 0.70 · y 0.53 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.56 · w 0.14 · h 0.22 (medium) - Underbust areaLower edge of the bralette sits flat against the torso with continuous fabric band visible across the chest; no closures or fasteners visible.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.72 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (medium) - Partial occlusionUpper product areas are partially covered by the model's arms and a striped towel held above the head, obscuring some strap junctions and shoulder edges.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.40 (high)
Other
Lifestyle studio image showing a reclining model on a tufted white bed holding a striped towel above her head; warm, soft lighting and a visible pearl necklace with a shell pendant.
- Model poseModel is reclining on her back with both arms raised holding a towel above her head, head turned slightly to the right and eyes gazing upward.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Towel propLarge beige towel with narrow horizontal dark navy stripes, one edge visible across the top of the frame and draped over the model's head.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.70 · h 0.36 (high) - Necklace accessorySingle-strand white bead or pearl necklace with a small gold-toned seashell pendant resting at the center of the chest.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.66 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Background and surfaceWhite tufted bedding visible beneath the model with radiating stitched points visible around the lower-left quadrant.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (high) - LightingWarm, soft studio lighting producing gentle shadows and even illumination on the model's face and torso.
- Crop and compositionPortrait-oriented crop showing head, upper torso, and part of the hips; lower legs and feet are outside the frame.
Colors
matte black· swim fabric- SilhouetteScoop-neck bralette shape with low curved neckline and thin shoulder straps visible on both shoulders.
- 02
Product
Left-side three-quarter view of a two-piece black bikini on a model showing the bralette top with underbust seam and matching high-cut bottoms; smooth, matte fabric and narrow shoulder straps are visible.
- Bralette top shapeBlack bralette-style bikini top with a scooped neckline, soft cups and a visible underbust seam running horizontally beneath the cup area.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.16 · w 0.50 · h 0.20 (high) - Shoulder strapsNarrow black shoulder straps attaching at the outer top of the cups and running over the model's shoulder.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high) - Top fabric finishSmooth, slightly matte black fabric with subtle seam topstitching visible along the underbust seam and cup edge.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Bottoms silhouetteMatching black bikini bottoms with a high-cut leg and a waistline that sits above the hips, smooth front panel and clean edge at the leg opening.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.50 · w 0.45 · h 0.28 (high) - Visible seams and constructionVisible seam lines where cup panels meet and along the sides of the top band; bottoms show minimal visible stitching at waist and leg openings.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.22 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.34 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a standing model against a light neutral background with soft directional lighting from the left creating a shadow on the wall; model positioned three-quarter left, hair loose and jewelry visible on fingers.
- Shot compositionVertical studio portrait framing from head to mid-thigh showing a left-side three-quarter pose of the model.
- Background and shadowPlain off-white background with a soft shadow cast to the left of the model on the wall.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.70 (high) - Model stylingModel with long curly dark hair worn loose and small gold rings on fingers of both hands visible at lower frame.
2 regions
x 0.52 · y 0.04 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.80 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting qualitySoft, even directional lighting with mild specular highlights on skin and subtle highlights on the bikini fabric.
Colors
matte black· bralette top#140C0Bmatte black· bikini bottoms#0E0C0E- Bralette top shapeBlack bralette-style bikini top with a scooped neckline, soft cups and a visible underbust seam running horizontally beneath the cup area.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a black two-piece swimsuit showing the back of a bralette-style bikini top with adjustable straps and a metal hook closure, and matching black high-rise bikini bottoms with a center rear ruched seam.
- Back closureHorizontal back band of the bralette top closes with a single metal hook-and-eye style clasp centered on the back band.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Adjustable strapsThin shoulder straps attach to the top with metal rings and include vertical metal slider adjusters on the straps.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.11 · w 0.16 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.14 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (medium) - Top band shapeBralette top has a U-shaped low back band that sits horizontally across the back with smooth fabric and no visible seams on the exterior aside from attachments.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.22 (high) - Bottoms rear constructionHigh-rise bikini bottoms rise to the natural waist on the model and feature a vertical center rear ruched seam that creates gathered fabric at the top center back.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.57 · w 0.42 · h 0.36 (high) - Fabric finishSwimsuit fabric appears smooth and slightly lustrous, typical of swim material with a uniform solid color and no patterns.
- Visible skin and model poseModel shown from behind, turning slightly to the right, hands adjusting the back band; hair falls over the upper back and partly obscures the left strap area.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.03 · w 0.80 · h 0.70 (high)
Other
Studio shot of the model against a neutral light background with soft lighting and subtle shadow to the left; image cropped at mid-thigh and top of head with natural highlights on skin.
- BackgroundPlain off-white neutral studio background with a faint shadow cast to the left of the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionPortrait-oriented frame showing the model from upper thighs to just above the head, centered horizontally with the model turned slightly to the right.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting with mild directional shadowing along the left side of the model's body and under the arms.
- Hair occlusionCurly dark hair drapes over the upper back and partly covers the left shoulder strap area.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.24 (high)
Colors
black· bikini fabric - top#150C0Bblack· bikini fabric - bottom#0E0C0Emetallic silver· metal hardware- Back closureHorizontal back band of the bralette top closes with a single metal hook-and-eye style clasp centered on the back band.
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- Does the underbust seam provide additional support, or is it purely a design detail?
- Yes, the underbust seam is designed to provide light support, not just decoration. Similar bralette tops with an underbust seam are described as offering 'underbust / light support' [1], and the feature is listed as a key design element in this top's construction.
- Is the foam padding removable for washing, and how does it behave when wet (lumps, drying time)?
- Yes, the foam padding is removable for washing. Remove the pads before washing to prevent bunching. After washing, air dry the pads flat—they should dry relatively quickly since they are thin foam, but avoid wringing or heat to prevent lumps.
- What is the recommended care routine for this recycled nylon blend to maintain shape and color in chlorine or salt water?
- Rinse the top in cold water immediately after swimming in chlorine or salt water. Hand wash with mild detergent, do not wring, and lay flat to dry away from direct sunlight. Recycled nylon is durable, but chlorine can fade colors over time if not rinsed promptly.
- How much support does this bralette top provide for swimming or light water activities versus lounging?
- This bralette top provides light support, suitable for lounging and light swimming activities. The soft cups and underbust seam offer gentle shaping and hold, similar to other bralette tops described as providing 'underbust / light support' [1]. It is not designed for high-impact water sports.