Betsey Johnson A Tisket Bandeau Top

Betsey Johnson appeals to vintage lovers with her A Tisket Bandeau bikini top.

I love the playful 50s housewife vibe of this swim top. Its red and white checked gingham takes us back to those golden years, and it's finished beautifully with some lovely accents. The delicate red blooms at the bust and white lacing along the cups give the A Tisket the right amount of feminine flair.

The bandeau style has a lovely shape to it, but if your curves need some extra help you can simply add the padding. I appreciate that versatility which ensures the bikini looks good on girls of all sizes.

I appreciate the shoestring straps, as they give us the security we need when we're in the water. They're detachable though, so you can avoid those unsightly tan lines when you're back on dry land.

The bikini's blend of nylon and spandex makes it comfortable to wear in and out of the ocean, but it does require a bit of care to keep looking its best. It'll require hand washing in cold water, and then line drying in the shade to ensure its colors stay true.

The A Tisket's very distinctive fashion look does risk alienating girls with cutting edge tastes, but I'm thrilled to see Betsey Johnson offering up something very different here.

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