#surf bikini

1. Choose the Right Bikini Styles

There is no such thing as the perfect bikini, trust us we know, but choosing the right style of top and bottom is a good start!

For the bottoms, we recommend wearing Brazilian style bikini bottoms, preferably ones with a scrunch back and - even better - with ties on the side so you can adjust the tightness and fit if needed. 

If you don’t feel confident wearing cheeky cut bottoms, try and find regular bikini bottoms that have a scrunch back and ties on the sides. The last thing you want are loose, saggy bikini bottoms that will get ripped off by the tiniest beach wave...

 Keep in mind that the smaller the cut and the tighter the fit, the less amount of  water rushing past your bottoms and potentially pulling them off. 

Needless to say that Brazilian bikini bottoms are also way more flattering for your butt and bring Good Vibes in the line-up ;)

Feel free to check our range of cheeky bikini bottoms here for some inspiration!

Keep an eye out for our new MANIHI surf bottoms, coming out in May 2016...

For the tops, we recommend going for a fully adjustable bra style top like our TEAHUPOO top so you can adjust the straps at the back and make sure they’re fitted enough that they will not slide down your shoulders. 

You could also go for a racerback style top however these are not adjustable around the chest so make sure you get the right size and even go down a size for a tighter fit.

Avoid Triangle style tops as a wardrobe malfunction is guaranteed to happen with them!

Avoid underwires too as they’re pretty uncomfortable and often poke you...

Even the pros encounter bikini malfunctions ... PC: Steph Gilmore shooting for Vogue

2. Go Down a Size for a Tighter Fit 

This might not be as comfortable but we sometimes have to compromise. 

If you’re worried about the muffin-top effect, remember that surfing involves a lot of twisting, rotating, leaning forward as well as a fair bit of time lying down on your board so don’t worry, no one will notice your love handles! 

3. Learn How To Fall

Unless you’re a pro and do rad maneuvres on the waves, it’s more likely that you will lose your bikini while kooking it and wiping out. Hence the importance of learning how to fall!

Here’s our Golden Rule:  Always try and fall out the back of the wave or jump straight in (this does not apply if you surf the reef though...) 

Try not to fall flat or fall head first....When needed, one hand for your boobs one hand for your bum!

DON’T fall flat without holding your breasts and bum!  Most importantly, DO try not to fall! haha  PC: www.flickriver.com 

4. Always Wear a Leg Rope

That's right girls, you'll always know where to look if you have a bad wipe out and your bottoms fully come off ;) 

In times of trouble, your leg rope is your best ally!   - PC: Pinterest

Good luck and remember, the best surfer out there is the one having the most fun YEW!

See you in the surf :)

Eve

In this video, Aude and Eve wear the same reversible Neon Cherry/Black PAKALA bottoms and different bikini tops ( POIPU & TEAHUPOO tops).

Brazilian bikini bottoms are not only  the most flattering bikini bottoms for your butt but they also tend to hold better than classic bottoms (less material = less drag = your bottoms stay on!) so make sure you get a pair of these bad boys before going on your next adventure!

Get out there and get stoked YEW!

This week we’ve chosen 5 of our favourite female chargers on Instagram. What do these 5 surfer girls have in common? They’re strong, talented, fearless and nothing short of inspirational. 

Following their adventures on IG will undoubtedly encourage you to surf hard and push your limits...

1. Maya Gabeira

A photo posted by Maya Gabeira (@maya) on Nov 13, 2015 at 11:30pm PST

2. Justine Dupont

A photo posted by Justine dupont (@justinedupont33) on Dec 2, 2015 at 2:09pm PST

3. Amy Kotch

A photo posted by Amy Kotch (@amy_kotch) on Dec 4, 2015 at 6:01pm PST

4. Steffi Kerson

A photo posted by Steffi Kerson (@steffikerson) on Feb 23, 2016 at 5:42pm PST

5. Frankie Harrer

A photo posted by Frankie Harrer (@frankieharrer) on Feb 22, 2016 at 4:16pm PST

Now, if this makes you feel like packing your bags and going on the search for perfect waves, make sure you pack some good surf bikinis first!

Check out our instagram account @kaloea for some inspo. 

Also, feel free to have a look at our range of Brazilian Style surf bikinis here and once you’ve found the perfect bikini... GO RIP!!

See you girls out there YEW!