Bikini Bottoms by Indie Makers, Cut to Order

The trick with a bottom is to match the cut to how she actually wears it, then let coverage do the sizing work. Tie-side and adjustable bottoms span a couple of sizes, so they make the safest blind gift; high-waisted styles hold a tummy and stay put; cheeky and Brazilian cuts show more and ride higher on the leg; full-coverage and boy-short bottoms don't budge when she swims or surfs. Rise is its own decision: high-rise hits the natural waist, mid-rise sits below the navel, low-rise rides the hips. Since a top and bottom rarely take the same size, buying the bottom alone is usually the smart play. Stick to recycled nylon or polyester with stretch (Econyl, Repreve) over any cotton blend, and look for a fully lined gusset. Expect roughly $20-$45 for a single bottom, more for embroidered or made-to-measure cuts. Many stocked bottoms ship in 3-7 business days; made-to-order runs 1-3 weeks.

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