Fringe Bikini

What Fringe Means

Fringe is a trim made of loose strands or cords attached along the edge of a garment — the strands hang free and move as the fabric moves. It differs from a tassel: fringe is a continuous border along an edge, while a tassel is a bundle of strands tied together at one end and hung as a single piece.

This collection holds 15 styles from about $17 in the fringe read. Glitter-fringe three-piece sets lead the pool, with boho crochet fringe and tassel label-mates of the same festive family sitting alongside.

Fringe vs Tassel

• Fringe: continuous strands along an edge
• Tassel: a bound bundle hung as one piece
• Glitter fringe: fringe with sparkle fibers

The two trims differ in attachment. Fringe is the continuous border — loose strands running along the hem, band or strap. Tassels are bundles tied at one end and hung singly. Glitter fringe threads sparkle fibers through the strands for a festive read. All three move with the wearer, which is the point of the trim.

Where Fringe Sits

Fringe appears along the lines of the suit — the hem of a halter wrap, the edge of a bandeau band, the sides of triangle pieces. The strands hang and swing as the wearer moves, making fringe a motion detail rather than a static print.

The trim reads strongest in movement — walking to the water or dancing at a poolside event — which is the styling reason fringe is chosen.

What This Pool Carries

The 15 styles here carry the fringe read across formats: glitter-fringe wrap halter and underwire three-piece sets lead, boho crochet fringe low-rise sets sit in the range, and glitter sequin tassel triangle pieces round out the festive pool.

Choose by the read — glitter fringe for movement and sparkle, crochet fringe for the boho look — and the photos show the actual strand length and colors.

Occasion and Care

Fringe swimwear is occasion wear — pool parties, festivals and resort evenings are where the moving strands do their work. The trim reads as playful and festive rather than everyday beachwear.

Care: the strands are the delicate part. Wash inside out, avoid heavy agitation that can tangle or pull the strands, dry flat, and gentle handling keeps the fringe swinging through the season.