Tidal Wave

Stepping out in this monokini is a bit like turning up to a dinner party and realising you’ve accidentally started a movement - in a good way. This is a one-shoulder wonder with a cutout up top, carved just below the single strap, and made for anyone who’s ever glanced at their own reflection in a shop window and thought, “Yeah, I’ll claim that.”

With 82% Polyamide and 18% Elastane, there’s a whole lot of stretch going on. Not too much - it’s not Lycra at Mardi Gras - but enough to let you sprawl across your towel with authority or tackle the surf without feeling like you might surrender bits of yourself to the sea. There’s moderate coverage on the bottom, which is handy if you’re not quite in the mood for full Bond Girl. The ribbed fabric is textured but quick dry, which means you’ll be back at the bar well before anyone else.

This is an all-year-round investment piece that works with whatever accessories you’ve got lying around (sun hat? Done). You’ll probably end up wearing it under your linen pants because it just makes sense - and that’s high praise indeed.