Simons
Sun Halter Open Tankini
The Sun Halter Open Tankini is a women's swimwear top made from a soft, stretch nylon blend. It features a removable tie halter strap, soft cups with removable foam padding, a centre sun charm, and a front slit opening. Designed for swimming and beachwear, this tankini offers adjustable support and an open-front style.
- Material
- Soft, stretch nylon blend
- Gender
- female
- Style
- resortwear, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Size
Specifications
Simons exclusive tankini top with removable halter strap, sun charm, and open front design.
Removable tie halter strap, soft cups with removable foam padding, centre sun charm, slit centre opening
- Material
- Soft, stretch nylon blend
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- resortwear, casual
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- Soft, stretch nylon blend
- Removable tie halter strap
- Centre sun charm
- Slit centre opening in front
- Soft cups with removable foam padding
- Simons exclusive
- Halter neck style
- Open front design
Product Insights
The Sun Halter Open Tankini from Simons (C$69) offers versatile styling through a removable halter strap that can be tightened for lift, loosened for comfort, or removed for a strapless look, paired with a permanently attached sun charm and a fixed front slit. Its stretch-to-fit fabric and adjustable features (removable foam cups, adjustable halter) allow the S/M/L sizing to accommodate a wide range of body types and create four different silhouettes. However, the design prioritizes aesthetics over pool durability: the nylon-spandex blend absorbs water and becomes heavy, standard spandex degrades after roughly 50 hours in chlorinated water, the fixed opening limits coverage customization, and the suit lacks chlorine-resistant fabric or UPF 50+ protection. Care requires hand washing or a delicate machine cycle, with after-swim rinsing and shade drying recommended to extend lifespan.
- Halter strap
Removable halter strap: tie tight for lift, loosen for neck relief, or remove for a strapless neckline.
Why this is supported
The product description specifies a removable tie halter strap. Tied tightly, it lifts the bust; loosened, it reduces neck strain; removed entirely, it creates a strapless bandeau neckline that shifts focus to the centre sun charm and front slit. This versatility also allows the wearer to avoid neck and shoulder tan lines. When combined with the removable foam pads in the soft cups, the halter strap gives two independent customization axes: the strap controls neckline and support level, while the pads adjust bust projection and concealment.
- Decorative details
Centre sun charm is permanently attached; front slit is a fixed V-neck cutout.
Why this is supported
The product description lists
Centre sun charm
lyst.comand
Slit centre opening in front
lyst.comas key design features. Deep research confirms the sun charm is permanently affixed and won't detach:
the sun charm is a permanently affixed decorative piece — it's not designed to detach, so there is no risk of it falling off in the water or getting lost in the laundry.
What the sun charm is made of and how it holds up — permanently_attached_charmAdditionally, the front slit is confirmed as a fixed V-neck cutout, not adjustable:
The slit centre opening is a fixed design element — it is an open V-neck cutout, not adjustable.
Does the slit centre opening allow for adjustable coverage, or is it a fixed open V-neck?- Fit
Adjustable halter, removable cups, and stretch fabric provide custom fit across S/M/L sizes.
Why this is supported
The halter strap is removable and adjustable, offering multiple neckline options:
Tying the halter tighter lifts the bust line while a looser knot eases neck strain, and the strap can be removed entirely for a different neckline or to avoid a tan-line, giving you three wear options from one top.
How this top fits across different body types — removable_tie_halter_strapRemoving the halter transforms the neckline into a straighter bandeau, highlighting the sun charm and slit. The built-in cups accept removable foam pads for adjustable shaping:
The built-in soft cups provide a natural shaping baseline; slipping the removable foam pads in adds projection and concealment — a quick swap that tailors the bust profile without an underwire.
How this top fits across different body types — soft_cups_with_removable_foam_paddingThese adjustable components, together with the stretch fabric, allow the tankini to fit across its three sizes:
Because the tankini is sized only in Small, Medium, and Large, its stretch-to-fit construction and adjustable halter and cups are what make the sizing work across body types, accommodating those who typically fall between numeric sizes.
How this top fits across different body types — s_m_l_sizing_with_stretch_leeway- Bust shaping
Removable foam pads and adjustable halter adjust bust shape and support; two necklines yield four silhouettes.
Why this is supported
The built-in soft cups provide a natural shaping baseline;
slipping the removable foam pads in adds projection and concealment
How this top fits across different body types — soft_cups_with_removable_foam_padding. The halter strap further adjusts the bust line:
Tying the halter tighter lifts the bust line while a looser knot eases neck strain
How this top fits across different body types — removable_tie_halter_strap. Removing the halter changes the neckline to a bandeau, and combining each pad option (in/out) with each neckline creates four total silhouettes.
- Sizing flexibility
Stretch-to-fit fabric and adjustable features make the S/M/L sizing work across a wide range of body types.
Why this is supported
Research explains that the stretch-to-fit construction and the adjustable halter and cups are what make the limited S/M/L sizing work across different body types:
stretch-to-fit construction and adjustable halter and cups are what make the sizing work across body types
How this top fits across different body types — s_m_l_sizing_with_stretch_leeway.
- Sizing inclusivity
S/M/L sizing accommodates body types that fall between numeric sizes.
Why this is supported
The S/M/L size range is designed to accommodate a variety of body types, as noted by secondary research:
its stretch-to-fit construction and adjustable halter and cups are what make the sizing work across body types, accommodating those who typically fall between numeric sizes
How this top fits across different body types — s_m_l_sizing_with_stretch_leeway. This is supported by the stretch nylon-spandex fabric (82% nylon, 18% spandex) which allows the top to conform to different shapes.
- Halter adjustability
Halter tie tightens for lift, loosens for neck relief, or removes for strapless.
Why this is supported
The removable halter strap offers multiple fit adjustments:
Tying the halter tighter lifts the bust line while a looser knot eases neck strain
How this top fits across different body types — removable_tie_halter_strap, and the strap can be removed entirely for a strapless look, giving three distinct wear options from one top.
- Cup adjustability
Soft cups with removable foam pads customize bust projection.
Why this is supported
The built-in soft cups can be customized:
The built-in soft cups provide a natural shaping baseline; slipping the removable foam pads in adds projection and concealment
How this top fits across different body types — soft_cups_with_removable_foam_padding. This allows the wearer to adjust bust fit without an underwire.
- Fixed slit coverage
Fixed centre slit opening limits coverage customization.
Why this is supported
The centre slit opening is a fixed design element:
The slit centre opening is a fixed design element — it is an open V-neck cutout, not adjustable
Does the slit centre opening allow for adjustable coverage, or is it a fixed open V-neck?. This means the amount of midriff exposed is predetermined and cannot be adjusted.
- Water performance
Ultra-soft and cool but absorbs water, becoming heavy; resists snags from sand and pool edges.
Why this is supported
The nylon-spandex outer is reported to feel ultra-soft and cool, but
It absorbs more water than other synthetics. Your suit feels heavier in the pool.
berunclothes.comMeanwhile, the tight knit provides abrasion resistance:
The fiber resists abrasion from rough pool edges and sandy beaches. Tight weaving prevents snags.
berunclothes.com- Chlorine resistance
Standard spandex degrades after ~50 hours in chlorinated water; design prioritizes aesthetics over pool durability.
Why this is supported
The spandex in this blend is not treated for chlorine resistance:
standard spandex becomes brittle after just 50 hours of exposure, whereas chemically modified variants maintain elasticity for over 300 hours
foralltex.comWhile many competitors at this price offer chlorine-resistant spandex that
Resists damage from sun, salt, chlorine and heat
llbean.cathis Simons top is designed as a swimsuit for occasional waterside wear rather than regular lap swimming.
- Value
C$69: Simons-exclusive design without chlorine-resistant fabric or UPF 50+.
Why this is supported
At C$69, the Simons tankini sits between L.L.Bean's sale price (
C$ 49.95
llbean.ca) and regular price (
C$ 99.95
llbean.ca). Its fabric is a
Soft, stretch nylon blend
lyst.com, in contrast to L.L.Bean's
80% nylon, 20% LYCRA® XTRA LIFE™.
llbean.cawhich
Resists damage from sun, salt, chlorine and heat
llbean.ca. The tankini is a
Simons exclusive
lyst.com, design-focused alternative.
- Design exclusivity
Simons-exclusive open-front tankini with permanent sun charm and convertible halter.
Why this is supported
The tankini is a
Simons exclusive
lyst.comwith a
Centre sun charm
lyst.comand a
Slit centre opening in front
lyst.com. The
Removable tie halter strap
lyst.comallows the neckline to be worn as a V-halter, loosened, or removed entirely for a bandeau look. The sun charm is permanently attached to the fabric, eliminating the risk of it falling off.
- Durability
Nylon-spandex blend: absorbs water, degrades in chlorine, requires hand washing.
Why this is supported
The fabric is a standard nylon-spandex blend. As
Nylon dries faster than cotton but slower than polyester. It absorbs more water than other synthetics. Your suit feels heavier in the pool.
berunclothes.comFurthermore,
In our lab observations, standard spandex becomes brittle after just 50 hours of exposure, whereas chemically modified variants maintain elasticity for over 300 hours in both chlorine and saltwater.
foralltex.comThis means that
Chlorine, plus sunscreen and body oils, slowly breaks down standard spandex (elastane). As the elastane degrades, the suit loses recovery and starts to sag, bag and go see-through.
stretchhouse.comAs a result, care instructions require
We recommend hand washing in cold water with mild detergent and laying flat to dry to maintain the fabric's elasticity.
What are the recommended care instructions? Can it be machine washed or only hand wash?.
- Care
Hand wash cold and flat dry; machine wash delicate in mesh bag permitted.
Why this is supported
The brand's care instructions state:
We recommend hand washing in cold water with mild detergent and laying flat to dry to maintain the fabric's elasticity. Machine washing on a delicate cycle in a mesh laundry bag is also acceptable, but avoid wringing or bleach.
What are the recommended care instructions? Can it be machine washed or only hand wash?The nylon blend absorbs more water than polyester, prolonging drying time:
~4% regain (holds more water, dries slower)
changletextile.comFlat drying overnight is typical; wringing is discouraged to protect spandex fibers.
- Chlorine and UV
Chlorine and UV degrade spandex; after-swim rinse and shade drying extend the suit's life.
Why this is supported
Standard spandex in the 82% nylon, 18% spandex fabric is vulnerable to chlorine and UV deterioration. Lab testing shows:
In our lab observations, standard spandex becomes brittle after just 50 hours of exposure
foralltex.comExpert sources explain that chlorine, sunscreen, and body oils
Chlorine, plus sunscreen and body oils, slowly breaks down standard spandex (elastane). As the elastane degrades, the suit loses recovery and starts to sag, bag and go see-through.
stretchhouse.comUV accelerates fading and elasticity loss. Unlike performance suits that use LYCRA XTRA LIFE, which
Resists damage from sun, salt, chlorine and heat
llbean.ca, the Simons tankini lacks such treatment. The lining (90% polyester, 10% spandex) is more chlorine-resistant than the outer, so the interior structure holds up longer, but the outer fabric remains the weak point.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a black strapless halter tankini top with a central circular metal ring and a vertical front slit; matching black bikini bottoms visible at lower waist.
- Top silhouetteBandeau-style strapless top that flares slightly from the bust down, forming a short tankini length that ends above the navel.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.28 · w 0.56 · h 0.44 (high) - Halter strapThin black halter strap runs from the center of the bust up around the neck, forming a V shape toward the throat.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.09 · w 0.18 · h 0.24 (high) - Center ring detailRound central ring at bust apex with short radiating metal accents forming a sunburst around the ring, gathering the fabric.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.22 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high) - Front slitVertical slit starts under the central ring and runs down the middle of the top, exposing the stomach; edges of the slit have visible stitching.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.35 · w 0.12 · h 0.30 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte black stretch fabric with subtle gathered seams radiating from the center ring across the bust.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.28 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (high) - Bikini bottom visibleLow-rise black bikini bottoms with a V-shaped front waistband visible at the hips and lower abdomen.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.67 · w 0.42 · h 0.22 (high) - Stitching detailNarrow topstitch lines visible along the top edge and down the front slit edges.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.28 · w 0.32 · h 0.38 (medium)
Other
Studio-shot image of a model wearing the product against a plain light background with directional lighting creating a shadow on the right side.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from upper thighs to head, facing slightly to the viewer's right with left hand touching the top edge of the garment.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.03 · w 0.76 · h 0.94 (high) - Background and lightingPlain off-white background with a hard shadow cast to the right of the model indicating directional studio lighting from the left.
- Image crop and framingCropped vertically to show product on model from head to upper thighs, centered horizontally with some negative space at top and sides.
- Minor hair overlapStrands of hair cross over the left shoulder and slightly overlap the halter strap area.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.10 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (high)
Colors
matte black· top fabric#0E0D13polished silver· center ring and accents- Top silhouetteBandeau-style strapless top that flares slightly from the bust down, forming a short tankini length that ends above the navel.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a black halter tankini top and matching bottom worn by a model; visible halter tie at the nape, straight bandeau-style upper edge across the back, smooth stretch fabric body, and high-cut bikini bottom seam lines.
- Halter tieBlack fabric halter straps tied in a simple knot at the nape with two short loose strap ends hanging down.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.04 · w 0.25 · h 0.12 (high) - Bandeau upper edgeStraight horizontal top edge of the tankini top running across the upper back, forming a bandeau-style band just below the shoulder blades.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.26 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Top body fabricSmooth, single-layer looking stretch swim fabric forming the torso portion of the tankini with subtle horizontal seam across mid-back.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.34 · w 0.64 · h 0.43 (high) - High-cut bottomMatching black bikini bottom with a high-cut leg opening visible at hips and a seam line at the top of the front panel.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.72 · w 0.56 · h 0.26 (high) - Visible seam detailsTwo visible horizontal seam lines: one near the bandeau top and another near the lower waist where the top meets the bottom; seams are stitched in matching black thread.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.62 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model from the rear against a light neutral wall with directional lighting casting a soft shadow to the right; image cropped at mid-thigh and above the head.
- Shot compositionPortrait-framed studio photograph showing a model turned slightly to the right, cropped above the head and at mid-thigh, centered horizontally.
- Background and shadowPlain light-colored wall background with a distinct soft shadow of the model cast to the right of the body.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.14 · w 0.24 · h 0.66 (high) - LightingDirectional studio lighting from the left-front producing even illumination on the model's back and a soft specular sheen on the skin and fabric.
- Image cropModel's right arm is fully visible while left arm is partially cut off at the edge; lower legs are not visible due to crop.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.49 (medium); x 0.72 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.49 (medium)
Colors
deep black· tankini fabric and halter straps#0D0D13deep black· bikini bottom panel#0D0D13- Halter tieBlack fabric halter straps tied in a simple knot at the nape with two short loose strap ends hanging down.
- 03
Product
Front-facing black halter-style tankini top with a strap-tie neck, central decorative metal sun-shaped ring, and a front open skirted panel split below the ring.
- Overall shapeBandeau-style upper with a flared, short skirt attached below creating a tankini top with an open center front slit.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.18 · w 0.70 · h 0.62 (high) - Halter strapsTwo narrow fabric straps rise from the upper center and extend upward to a tied bow above the garment; straps are thin and rounded in cross-section.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.02 · w 0.14 · h 0.24 (high) - Bandeau top detailsUpper bandeau portion is ruched at the sides and gathered toward the center where it meets the decorative ring; top edge is slightly curved.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Central decorative ringCircular metallic sun-shaped ring at center front with radiating short spikes, holding fabric gathers and connecting the straps.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.26 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high) - Front skirt openingTwo overlapping front skirt panels parted vertically beneath the ring forming a visible center slit that reveals an inner panel, hemmed edges visible.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.34 · w 0.38 · h 0.44 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth, matte swim fabric with slight sheen on raised areas from studio lighting; fabric appears uniform in color and texture.
- Stitching and hemsVisible topstitching along the upper bandeau seam and skirt hem, forming narrow double-stitched lines near edges.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background, centered composition with soft shadow beneath; image shows entire front of the garment and the tied halter above.
- Background and stagingEven light gray background with no props; garment centered and photographed flat against background.
- ShadowingSoft diffuse shadow visible below the garment indicating overhead studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.74 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (medium) - Image crop and viewFull front-facing view of the garment including the tied halter knot; image framed with margin above the knot and below the hem.
Colors
black· fabric#0E0E0Esilver· central ring- Overall shapeBandeau-style upper with a flared, short skirt attached below creating a tankini top with an open center front slit.