Boyshort Bikinis

A boyshort bikini is a two-piece with bottoms cut like short shorts — elastic-leg bottoms covering more hip and thigh than cheeky or Brazilian cuts. Boyshort and boxer sets, about $22 to $47.

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Ribbed Athletic Boyshort Brazilian Bikini Swimsuit

Ribbed Athletic Boyshort Brazilian Bikini Swimsuit

$33.99
Ribbed Wrap Boyshort Bralette Brazilian Bikini Swimsuit

Ribbed Wrap Boyshort Bralette Brazilian Bikini Swimsuit

$34.71
High Waist Boyshort Drawstring Sleeved Bikini Swimsuit

High Waist Boyshort Drawstring Sleeved Bikini Swimsuit

$39.12
Athletic Ribbed Boyshort Triangle Bikini Swimsuit

Athletic Ribbed Boyshort Triangle Bikini Swimsuit

$35.01
Tropic Boyshort Long Sleeve Lace Up Bikini Swimsuit

Tropic Boyshort Long Sleeve Lace Up Bikini Swimsuit

$37.17
Tropical Boyshort Halter Triangle Three Piece Swimsuit

Tropical Boyshort Halter Triangle Three Piece Swimsuit

$38.94
Striped Boyshort Drawstring Bralette Bikini Swimsuit

Striped Boyshort Drawstring Bralette Bikini Swimsuit

$35.05

Boyshort Bikinis: Short-Style Bottoms

What Is a Boyshort Bikini?

A boyshort bikini is a two-piece bikini whose bottoms are cut like short shorts — fitted, elastic-leg bottoms that cover more hip and upper thigh than cheeky or Brazilian cuts. The top pairs freely.

The term borrows from boxer briefs: a fitted short silhouette rather than a skimpy triangle back. Boyshort bottoms sit on the fullest end of the leg-coverage scale, and they show up here on sporty, retro and three-piece sets.

Boyshort is the bottom; the top and the rise are your choices.

Where Boyshort Sits on the Coverage Scale

Bottom coverage words mix two scales, and boyshort anchors one of them:

Leg coverage — boyshort covers the most (short legs over the thigh), then brief-style, then cheeky.
Back coverage — a separate scale from cheeky through Brazilian to thong and g-string.
Fitted vs. loose — fitted boyshort vs. relaxed boxer, both short-style.

A boyshort bottom reads as “more covered” because of the fabric over the thigh and hip — the back panel can still vary. Read the leg and the back as two different choices.

Boyshort answers “how much leg”; cheeky and thong answer “how much back.”

The Styles in This Collection

Boyshort and boxer bottoms show up across these bikinis:

Sporty sets with sports-bra and v-neck tops
Zipper sport sets with boxer shorts
High-waist printed short sets
Three-piece sets with shorts and cover-ups
Plus-size tankini sets with boxer shorts
Athletic high-waist boyshort styles

Prices run from about $22 to $47, and sizes from XS to XL with a few one-size pieces.

Pick the bottom fit first, then the top.

Wearing and Fit

Boyshort bottoms fit through the elastic leg bands — they should sit flat without digging, and the leg length varies from style to style. Check each listing’s photos: some run short and cheeky, others run closer to full shorts.

The fuller leg coverage makes these a practical pick for active days and sport sets. Pair the rise with the top you prefer — high-waist shorts with a crop or sports-bra top, standard rise with a longer line.

Leg bands flat, length checked, rise matched to the top.

How to Choose

Work through four decisions:

Bottom fit: fitted boyshort or loose boxer
Rise: standard or high-waist
Top: sports bra, v-neck, halter or triangle
Set style: two-piece, three-piece or tankini

Sizes run XS to XL with some one-size pieces — check each listing’s chart.

Bottom fit first, rise second, top third.

Frequently asked questions

What is a boyshort bikini?

A boyshort bikini is a two-piece bikini with bottoms cut like short shorts — fitted, elastic-leg bottoms that cover more hip and upper thigh than cheeky or Brazilian cuts. The top pairs freely, from sports-bra to halter styles.

What is the difference between boyshort and boxer bikini bottoms?

Boyshort bottoms are fitted with elastic hugging each leg, like shortened boxer briefs. Boxer bottoms are looser with a relaxed leg opening. Both are short styles — the difference is fit through the leg.

What is the difference between boyshort and cheeky bikini bottoms?

Boyshort describes leg and hip coverage — short-style fabric over the upper thigh. Cheeky describes back coverage with a V-shaped line. They are separate axes, and some styles combine them as a cheeky boyshort.

Do boyshort bikini bottoms have more coverage?

They cover more leg and hip than cheeky, Brazilian or thong bottoms because of the short-style fabric over the thigh. The back panel still varies by style, and the rise is a separate choice from the leg coverage.

What tops go with boyshort bottoms?

Sports-bra tops, v-necks, halters, triangles and bandeaus all pair with boyshort bottoms — the collection mixes them freely. The sporty look usually pairs boyshorts with sports-bra or v-neck tops.

Are boyshort bottoms good for swimming and sports?

Yes. The fuller leg coverage and elastic leg bands make them a practical choice for active swimming, and sporty and athletic sets in this collection use them for that reason.

Do boyshort bikinis come in plus sizes?

The collection runs from XS to XL, and some listings are tagged plus size — including tankini sets with boxer shorts. Leg length and rise vary by style, so check each listing's chart and photos.

What sizes do boyshort bikinis come in?

Styles in this collection range from XS to XL, with a few one-size pieces. Because leg length varies between styles, check the size chart and photos on each product page.