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Dating back to the 1940s, bikinis are one of the most common forms of swimwear. From the skirtkini to the tankini, different two-piece styles have come and gone over the years, but micro bikinis have only increased in popularity since their inception in the ’70s.
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Today, celebrities including Emily Ratajkowski, Kim Kardashian, Dua Lipa and Bella Hadid frequently flaunt the barely there swimsuit style. Labels like Chanel, GCDS and Dior have also gotten in on the trend, producing high-end versions of the micro bikini.
Here, learn more about the itsy-bitsy design taking fashion by storm.
What is a micro bikini?
Made with less fabric, micro bikinis show more skin than the typical bikini. Micro bikinis often feature thong-style bottoms and string straps intended to create less noticeable tan...