Hey there, beach babes and poolside loungers! If you’ve ever stood in front of a swimwear rack (or scrolled through Amazon at 2 AM), you’ve probably faced the ultimate dilemma: Should I splurge on that $200 bikini or grab a $20 set and call it a day?
Well, Cassey from Blogilates (aka the queen of fitness and killer abs) decided to put this debate to rest. She went on a bikini shopping spree, grabbing everything from budget-friendly Amazon finds to luxury Frankie’s Bikinis, and tried them all on to see if price actually equals quality.
Spoiler alert: The results might surprise you.
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The Great Bikini Experiment: $20 vs. $200
Cassey’s mission was simple—buy a mix of cheap and expensive bikinis, try them on without revealing the price tags, and see if we (and she) could guess which was which just by looking and feeling them.
Here’s the breakdown of her bikini haul:
1. The Animal Print Bandeau ($23.99 from ZAFUL)
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Pros: No straps = no awkward tan lines, great seaming (no visible threads), and surprisingly good quality.
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Cons: Not the most secure for actual swimming (more of a "sip margaritas and look cute" vibe).
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Verdict: A steal for under $25!
2. The Pink High-Hip Bikini ($160 from Frankie’s Bikinis)
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Pros: Gave her cleavage (which she normally doesn’t have), cute Malibu Barbie aesthetic.
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Cons: No padding = visible nips (unless you wear pasties), and $80 per piece?! Plus, loose threads? Not a good look for a "luxury" brand.
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Verdict: Overpriced and overhyped.
3. The Daisy Cut-Out Bikini ($19.99 from ZAFUL)
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Pros: Reversible (kind of), unique design, secure for swimming.
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Cons: A little too revealing—one wrong move and it’s a wardrobe malfunction waiting to happen.
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Verdict: Cute but risky.
4. The Green Asymmetric Bikini ($170 from Frankie’s Bikinis)
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Pros: Super trendy, sports-worthy look.
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Cons: Uncomfortable, barely any fabric, and for $170? Hard pass.
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Verdict: Not worth the splurge.
5. The Mustard Yellow Disaster (Cheap Amazon Find)
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Pros: …None.
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Cons: Rough, waffle-like fabric, white strap holders (why?!), and just overall bad.
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Verdict: The worst of the bunch.
6. The Reversible Forever21 Bikini ($33 Total)
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Pros: Felt like a high-end bikini, great seaming, comfy, and reversible.
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Cons: Honestly? None. This one was a winner.
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Verdict: Proof that cheap doesn’t always mean bad.
The Final Verdict: Does Price Matter?
After trying on bikinis ranging from $20 to $200, Cassey’s conclusion was clear: Price does NOT always equal quality.
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Best Overall Bikini? A tie between the pink Frankie’s bikini (despite its flaws) and the $33 Forever21 reversible bikini.
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Biggest Rip-Off? The $170 green asymmetric bikini—cute, but not worth the price.
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Biggest Surprise? ZAFUL and Forever21 delivered some seriously good quality for the price.
The Real Lesson? Confidence > Price Tag
At the end of the day, the best bikini is the one that makes you feel amazing—whether it’s a $20 Amazon find or a splurge-worthy designer set. As Cassey put it:
"If you look in the mirror and you're loving how you're looking and feeling in it, then that is all that matters. Whether you're paying $20 or $200, it's about how you rock it."
So, bikini lovers, don’t stress about the price tag. Focus on fit, comfort, and how it makes you feel. And hey, if you score a cute $20 bikini that looks like a million bucks? Even better.
Now go forth, slay that swimsuit season, and remember—confidence is the best accessory.
What’s your favorite bikini hack? Let us know in the comments!
Article originally posted on SociallyKeeda.
