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The Aerie Ribbed Crossover High Cut Cheeky Bikini Bottoms come in sizes XXS to XXL.
Aerie's Viral High-waisted Bikini Bottoms Are Back — Here's Why They're One Of Our Favorite Swim Styles Ever
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Aerie's Crossover Bikini Bottoms might be your one-half of your new favorite swimsuit. They share the same flattering waistband as Aerie's viral Crossover Leggings, which rocketed to popularity after a TikTok showed how great they look on different body types. It even prompted a review from our own associate travel editor Hannah Freedman who agreed they're worth the hype. Now, the bestselling crossover cut is back, but in the form of swimwear.
Many of our Reviews team members hold Aerie near and dear for its large selection of comfortable basics and the best underwear for women that masterfully combine stretchy fabrics and flattering cuts — and Aerie's Ribbed Crossover High Cut Cheeky Bikini Bottoms ($35) are no different. We tried this new style from Aerie's crossover swim launch, and we're happy to report that it matches our feelings about the leggings. You can shop the bottoms in 27 variations of colors, prints, and textures.
Below, four women from our team who regularly test swimwear shared their full thoughts on the crossover bottoms and how they styled them with different bikini tops. Long story short, we'd happily buy these bottoms again and again.
Our full reviews of the Aerie Crossover Swim Bottoms:
Jacqueline Saguin, style & beauty reviews fellow![]()
Jacqueline Saguin styles the Aerie Ribbed Crossover Swim Bottoms with the Aerie Ribbed Plunge Bikini Top.
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Size and height: S, 5-foot-4
I've never tried a comfier or more perfectly cut swim bottom. I'm 5-foot-4, with a shorter torso and longer legs, but the Aerie Crossover Bottoms didn't swallow me like most high-waisted swim bottoms do. The crossover waistband accentuates my hips while covering a bit of my navel. The high-rise adds some cheekiness while still giving me coverage. I'm obsessed with the stretchy fabric that feels as comfy when sitting down as it does standing up.
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Sally Kaplan styles the Aerie Ribbed Crossover Swim Bottoms with LIVELY's The Busty Bralette.
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Size and height: L, 5-foot-1
I absolutely love these Aerie bottoms. They're flexible and easy to move around in and they don't dig or pinch in any way. The crossover detail in the front hits me in just the right spot on my hips, which is rare for a high-waisted bottom since I'm super short at 5-foot-1. I got a size large because I usually wear a 10 in bottoms, and the fit wasn't too loose or too tight. I hate to use the word "flattering" here, as if there's one way a piece of clothing is supposed to make you look good, but I did feel really great in these bottoms and I liked the way they cradled my hips and fit with my curves.
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Size and height: M, 5-foot-4
These bathing suit bottoms are easy to love, especially since I was already a fan of Aerie's high-waisted bathing suit bottoms. The few pairs I have in the original cut have been my first choice since last season — until now. Now that Aerie has really hit their stride with the crossover style, it makes sense they've brought it to these bottoms. The crossover style creates the look of a more cinched waist without being much more revealing. The material feels great, the ribbed look adds a subtle flair, and the fit feels comfortably snug. The crossover leggings and biking shorts are also comfortable and look great, so it's no surprise the style works for this suit too.
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