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25 bikinis that are perfect for small boobs

For celebrating what your mama gave ya

By Abigail Southan and Rosie Davenport
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Looking for the best bikinis for small boobs? Trust us when we say that you've actually got it easy: it's a lot harder to find styles supportive enough for a DD+ cup size (we've rounded up some great ones here though). If you need some inspo, cast your mind back to a '90s Kate Moss wearing those minimalist iconic triangle styles – small-busted gals can really rock those skimpy, tie-up styles.

But if you're actually here because you want to make a little more of what you've got up there, or just need a bit oomph/lifting/hiking, then we've got you. From padded and underwired styles to clever sling shapes, there's a whole host of bikini tops out there just waiting to create some magic.

If you held off buying a bikini last summer, no doubt you're itching to treat yourself ahead of the new sunny season. Or, if you're lucky enough to be off catching winter sun, you'll even be able to pick up your favourite styles for less in the sales (this edit starts from as little as £10).

Keep scrolling for 25 of the best bikinis for small boobs.

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Hollister High Apex Rubbed Underwired Bikini Top

High Apex Rubbed Underwired Bikini Top
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Hollister High Apex Rubbed Underwired Bikini Top

£27 at hollisterco.com

We think every bod is beautiful, but if you're looking to create the illusion of a bigger bust go for high apex cups: they increase the surface area, so they also work for bigger boobs too. Win/win. Plus, how cute is the blue floral print on this Hollister design?

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Best black bikini for small boobs

H&M; Padded triangle bikini top

Padded triangle bikini top
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Best black bikini for small boobs

H&M; Padded triangle bikini top

We love the simple triangle shape and contrast white piping on this H&M bikini top. It has adjustable straps and a drawstring back you can tighten to create a little (or a lotta) cleavage.

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Away That Day Acapulco Top

Acapulco Top
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Away That Day Acapulco Top

This bandeau style from brand-to-know Away That Day is itsy-bitsy-teeny-weeny, so great for smaller boobs. The ring-embellished bandeau design comes with a detachable halterneck strap that you add for a touch more support – ideal when you're swimming in the ocean/ dancing at the beach club this summer.

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Maiyo Bia Adjustable tie back bikini

Bia Adjustable tie back bikini
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Maiyo Bia Adjustable tie back bikini

Maiyo, the London based brand started by Persian fashion grad Roxanne Namaki- Lakani, is our new swimwear obsession. Not only is the campaign imagery FIRE, the bikinis are all handmade – talk about attention to detail. This crochet baby, with its diamanté ring details and ruffled straps, is super flattering on a both bigger and smaller chests.

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SKIMS Swim Long Sleeve Bikini Top

Swim Long Sleeve Bikini Top
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SKIMS Swim Long Sleeve Bikini Top

Kim K's brand SKIMS drops killer swimwear every summer, but this season's collection might just be our favourite yet. A cool take on the upside-down bikini trend, this neon number has long sleeves and an adjustable tie so you can control the cleavage. The best part? You can mix and match your bottoms: choose from this ruched mini skirt, a sexy sarong, and three different kinds of classic briefs.

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River Island Green frill bikini top

Green frill bikini top
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River Island Green frill bikini top

Ruffled detailing will create the illusion of a bigger bust - if that's what you're going for, ofc; we think every bod is beautiful just as it is.

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Best designer bikini for small boobs

Oseree Lumiere Colore Microkini Bikini Set in Green

Lumiere Colore Microkini Bikini Set in Green
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Best designer bikini for small boobs

Oseree Lumiere Colore Microkini Bikini Set in Green

Oséree's glitzy bikinis are loved by the likes of Dua Lipa and Rihanna. We keep coming back to the brand's scoop tops because they look good on the beach and when underpinning sheer blouses.

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Fisch Pinel ruched floral-print stretch-ECONYL halterneck bikini top

Pinel ruched floral-print stretch-ECONYL halterneck bikini top
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Fisch Pinel ruched floral-print stretch-ECONYL halterneck bikini top

The upside down bikini trend can be a little trickier for anyone with a DD+ bust because of the risk of nip slip. Got smaller boobs? Go wild!

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Best crochet bikini for small boobs

Weekday, £20.00 Crochet Triangle Bikini Top

Crochet Triangle Bikini Top
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Best crochet bikini for small boobs

Weekday, £20.00 Crochet Triangle Bikini Top

Crochet is the hottest trend of 2023 – and at Cosmo we are obsessed with all things knit. So, if you're already rocking crochet tops and knitted dresses, why not get the bikini to match? This Weekday number would look just as good by the pool as it would with denim shorts at a day festival.

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River Island Blue sequin triangle bikini top

Blue sequin triangle bikini top
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River Island Blue sequin triangle bikini top

You don't have to spend hundreds to nail the glittery bikini trend swimwear brand Oséree is so well known for – this shimmery River Island number is a fraction of the price.

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ASOS DESIGN Long sleeve tie front bikini top in black

Long sleeve tie front bikini top in black
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ASOS DESIGN Long sleeve tie front bikini top in black

It can be hard to find plus size bikinis designed for smaller boobs, but ASOS is holding the side up this season. This long sleeve style offers plenty of coverage.

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Best designer lookalike

Accessorize Scallop Underwired Bikini Top Blue

Scallop Underwired Bikini Top Blue
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Best designer lookalike

Accessorize Scallop Underwired Bikini Top Blue

If you've been lusting after Marysia's spenny designer swimwear recently, this scalloped bikini from Accessorize is a great lookalike. With underwired cups and thicker halter neck straps, it's more supportive than bandeau styles, so is ideal for pushing up smaller boobs.

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Monki Yellow floral scoop neck bikini top

Yellow floral scoop neck bikini top
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Monki Yellow floral scoop neck bikini top

This Monki bikini has a real retro vibe thanks to its high-rise briefs and cute floral print.

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H&M; Padded bandeau bikini top

Padded bandeau bikini top
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H&M; Padded bandeau bikini top

The clever straps on this tangerine bikini can be worn so many different ways – twist them to make a key-hole cut out or wear them as a simple halter neck style.

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Best curve bikini for small boobs

ASOS DESIGN Deep square neck crop bikini top in blue tie dye print

Deep square neck crop bikini top in blue tie dye print
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Best curve bikini for small boobs

ASOS DESIGN Deep square neck crop bikini top in blue tie dye print

Sporty bikini tops are great on gals with small boobs. This one has a chic square neckline and a longline fit, so it won't ride up when you dive bomb into the pool.

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Motel Pami triangle bikini top in tropical rave pink

Pami triangle bikini top in tropical rave pink
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Motel Pami triangle bikini top in tropical rave pink

Motel – the brand of our teenage dreams – is having a renaissance, ppl. This tie-dye triangle bikini is a real vibe.

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Frankie's Bikinis, £80 Dallas Terry Bralette Bikini Top

Dallas Terry Bralette Bikini Top
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Frankie's Bikinis, £80 Dallas Terry Bralette Bikini Top

Frankie's Bikinis is the swimwear brand loved by the Kardashian-Jenners, Hailey Bieber and Gigi Hadid. This velour bralette bikini, complete with tie-dye printing and diamante embellishment, is a real noughties vibe.

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Best bikini with sleeves

Boux Avenue Sofia frill sleeve bikini top - White

Sofia frill sleeve bikini top - White
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Best bikini with sleeves

Boux Avenue Sofia frill sleeve bikini top - White

Boux Avenue's ruffle style is cut like a lil' T-shirt and has drawstring at the front so you can adjust the ruched neckline.

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Best triangle bikini for small boobs

Weekday, £18.00 Terry Triangle Bikini Top

Terry Triangle Bikini Top
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Best triangle bikini for small boobs

Weekday, £18.00 Terry Triangle Bikini Top

Every person with small boobs should have a string bikini in their wardrobe. You know the kind we're talking about: triangle cups and slender tie-up straps.

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Best floss bikini for small boobs

Magda Butrym Halterneck bikini top

Halterneck bikini top
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Best floss bikini for small boobs

Magda Butrym Halterneck bikini top

A well-endowed person might struggle with strappy floss bikini tops (although you'd obviously still look fab, for anyone with big bewbs that's reading). This is one for all the small-busted ladies out there 🙌.

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