A fetish in which bikinis, or the sight of someone wearing one, produce strong sexual arousal. For some people the appeal is the garment itself, while for others it is tied to the activities, settings, or body exposure a bikini implies.
Bikinis sit at the intersection of public and private, which is a large part of their pull: they are everyday beach and pool wear, yet they expose far more skin than most clothing, so the fetish often centers on that tension. People into it may focus on specific cuts, colors, fabrics, or the moments before and after swimming.
Worth knowing: Fantasy about a garment worn by a stranger stays fantasy; any real-world play involving a partner or someone else's image should center on clear consent, especially around photos and public settings.
Also called: swimsuit fetish, swimwear fetish, one-piece fetish, micro bikini, bikini modeling, wetlook, tan line fetish, beach fetish
