Which tankini not cheeky covers tummy and supports?

This cool dark blue ground with small polka dots is a shrinking pattern, so it does not make your torso look wider. The square neck opens up the collarbone, and the A-line skirt sits mid-thigh. That skirt is the "not cheeky" part: it is a real mini skirt with a built-in brief, not a triangle bottom. The side pockets are not decorative—they let you carry a hotel key or lip balm. But be honest about limits: because the skirt is not lined with shorts, it will float up if you dive or swim laps. For beach lounging, water walking, and playing with kids, it stays put. The 82% polyester/18% spandex knit has enough stretch to move with you, but it is not a compression garment. If your belly needs firm holding, this will smooth, not squeeze.

This black polka dot tankini has the same skirted coverage as the blue version, but black hides sunscreen marks and pool stains. The banded hem at the skirt stops the fabric from rolling up when you sit on a towel. The 82% polyester/18% spandex blend is a standard swim fabric, not a premium Italian recovery knit, so it will stretch out slightly over a summer. Rinse it in cold water after each swim and it will hold. The top has a crew neck and wide straps—no underwire, so if you have a large chest, you get comfort, not lift. If you plan to play volleyball, this is not a sports bra; for standing in the water and carrying kids, it is solid.

This tribal print tankini is a set that already matches. The top has an X-shaped seam under the bust, so it creates a waistline even if you don't have one. The bottom is a skirted brief with a mid-rise waist—not cheeky at all. The blackish-green background with large tribal print draws the eye outward, so if you are pear-shaped, this top will balance you. The fabric is 82% polyester/18% spandex, and the set includes the matching panty, so you don't need to hunt for the right bottom. Honest limitation: the top is pull-over with no adjustable straps, so if your shoulders are narrow, the wide straps stay in place but you cannot tighten them. Go by bust measurement, not dress size.

Lena Fischer here. Let's talk about what 'super soft' actually means. This top is a ribbed knit made of 90% polyester and 10% spandex. The rib construction gives it a soft, almost brushed hand-feel, and the 10% spandex provides vertical stretch. It is not a dense swim suede; it is lighter, so it will not flatten your stomach, but it also will not create a crease line. The empire waist seam sits under the bust, and the lower panel hangs away from the middle. The sweetheart neckline has removable pads. Cons: the light pink color is dye-bright, and ribbed poly/spandex can snag if you sit on rough concrete. Also, because it is a slim fit, do not size down for compression—it will just squeeze and roll. Solution: hand wash in cold water and lay flat to dry; size up if you have a soft belly.

This tankini has a high-waisted X-shape top and bike-short bottom, so the shorts extend a few inches down the thigh—this is the opposite of cheeky. The top has a square neck and vertical pleats that run down the torso; those pleats create a vertical line that lengthens the torso, and the high waist covers the belly. The fabric is 92% polyester/8% spandex, with high stretch but low compression. If your belly is prominent, the high waist will cover it, but it won't pull it in. For fit, use your bust and hip measurements. The shorts have a wide leg opening, so no thigh rub. The blue-purple tone is vibrant but stays true because the dye is embedded.

I wore this to a beach club for a whole afternoon. The dark coffee star print is more muted than the tropical brights, so it reads as understated. The top uses ruched fabric across the midsection—the little gathers create a texture that masks bumps instead of highlighting them. The bottom is a boy short with side pockets, and it covers the full hip. The fabric is 95% polyester and 5% spandex, which makes it less stretchy than the other sets here; that means it holds its shape, but you should size up if you're between sizes. I found the wrap front needs a re-tie after a few swim strokes. It is not a suit for lap swimming; it is for lounging, paddling, and beach walks.

The navy ground with random floral print is a high-contrast large floral, and the deepest color is at the bottom skirt, which helps pull the eye down and away from the midsection. The surplice V-neck creates a vertical opening that lengthens the neck and torso. The ruched bodice gathers under the bust and over the tummy, so it doesn't lay flat against the belly. Important: the top is sized by bust and closes with a wrap, so it runs closer through the ribcage. If you're between sizes or have a 34C+ chest, buy by bust, not hip. The skirted bottom has no attached shorts; for active water play, add a boy short.

This light pink feather-print tankini has a square neck and criss-cross tucks at the side, so the top gives a little shape without wires. The bottom is a bike short—not cheeky—and the ribbed fabric has 92% polyester/8% spandex. It is one of the softer, stretchier knits in this group, so it feels like a T-shirt. But light pink is not the most forgiving for sunscreen stains, and the ribbed texture catches a bit of water. Rinse it off right after the pool and it will stay bright. The set includes a matching bottom, and you can wear the top as a crop top with shorts after the beach.