{"id":441496,"date":"2026-05-13T08:15:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T06:15:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/?p=441496"},"modified":"2026-05-13T08:18:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T06:18:23","slug":"tankini-signe-grand-retour-plages","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/more-modern-and-flattering-than-before-the-tankini-signals-a-major-beach-comeback-441496","title":{"rendered":"More modern and flattering than before, the tankini is making a big comeback on the beaches"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It was thought to be a thing of the past, relegated to the status of a 2000s relic. And yet, the tankini is officially back in the spotlight this summer of 2026. But be warned, it&#39;s not the one you remember. This new version has been completely redesigned: its cuts, its fabrics, its silhouette. And the result is appealing to both younger generations and those who embraced it twenty years ago. A major comeback is here, and it has everything going for it.<\/p>\n<h2> A much-anticipated return to the beaches<\/h2>\n<p> This summer, it&#39;s impossible to miss. On Instagram, TikTok, in shop windows, and in stylists&#39; recommendations, the tankini is everywhere. Numerous content creators are testing and adopting the new models with enthusiastic videos, and beachwear brands are releasing a multitude of new collections. In short, it&#39;s no longer just a rumor: it&#39;s well on its way to being one of the key pieces of the summer.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-media-max-width=\"560\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\"> Tankinis are back!!! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/eobLD4Kb0s\">pic.twitter.com\/eobLD4Kb0s<\/a><\/p>\n<p> \u2014 Luv (@cherrymagazinee) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/cherrymagazinee\/status\/2053796692642652300?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">May 11, 2026<\/a> <\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2> Completely redesigned cuts<\/h2>\n<p> If the tankini is making a comeback, it&#39;s because it has undergone a complete transformation. Goodbye to long, flowing, and somewhat shapeless tops: hello to clean, modern, and flattering cuts. Several new features make all the difference. First, the length. Tops are now shorter, often cropped, stopping just below the natural waist. This cut creates a much more dynamic silhouette and visually lengthens the legs. Then, the construction details: side draping, front ties, plunging V-necks, thin and adjustable straps, and detailed backs\u2014all these small elements transform the tankini into a truly stylish piece. Support has also evolved significantly. Many models now incorporate a built-in bra, molded cups, or sculpting fabrics, all while remaining flexible and breathable. You gain comfort without sacrificing style. <\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" style=\"max-width: 605px; min-width: 325px;\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@dulcenalgass\/video\/7635088541747334414\" data-video-id=\"7635088541747334414\">\n<section> <a title=\"@dulcenalgass\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@dulcenalgass?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@dulcenalgass<\/a> Beach babe \ud83e\udd8b Tankini from @SHEIN @SHEIN US <a title=\"plussizefashion\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/plussizefashion?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#plussizefashion<\/a> <a title=\"chubby\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/chubby?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#chubby<\/a> <a title=\"tankini\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/tankini?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#tankini<\/a><a title=\"beach\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/beach?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#beach<\/a> <a title=\"\u266c Venus and Flower - Austin Farwell\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/Venus-and-Flower-7603351654578210832?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u266c Venus and Flower - Austin Farwell<\/a><\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2> A top-and-bottom combo that changes everything<\/h2>\n<p> The other big innovation is the bottoms that complement the top. Gone are the bulky swim shorts that weighed down the silhouette. Today, the tankini is worn with high-waisted bottoms, Brazilian cuts, or cheeky styles, which elongate the leg and bring a truly modern look. A winning combination that changes everything: you maintain coverage on top, but embrace a graphic and stylish silhouette on the bottom.<\/p>\n<h2> A piece that transforms into a real outfit<\/h2>\n<p> Another advantage, and a significant one: some tankini tops are now so stylish they can easily pass for everyday wear. Pair them with wide-leg linen trousers, flat sandals or mules, and voil\u00e0, you&#39;re ready for lunch by the sea or cocktails at sunset. This versatility is a real plus on vacation, saving you from having to change outfits five times a day.<\/p>\n<h2> Why this big comeback?<\/h2>\n<p> The reasons for this craze are numerous. As several fashion experts summarize, the tankini offers the coverage of a one-piece swimsuit with the freedom of a two-piece. In other words, the best of both worlds. In an era where comfort and style are equally important, this compromise is perfectly timed. The tankini also appeals because of its versatility. Practical for bathroom breaks, comfortable for active pursuits, and the ability to mix and match the top with different bottoms as desired\u2026 It adapts to all situations and all body types. And with new, more inclusive cuts, it flatters the figure without restricting movement.<\/p>\n<p>Far from the somewhat outdated image it may have had a few years ago, the 2026 tankini is a thoroughly modern, elegant, and incredibly practical piece. With its redesigned cuts, high-performance fabrics, and stylish combinations, it has established itself as one of the major trends of the summer. One thing is certain: whether for a beach vacation or the local pool, it has definitely reclaimed its place in our suitcases. And that&#39;s definitely good news.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"It was thought to be a thing of the past, relegated to the status of a 2000s relic....","protected":false},"author":8385,"featured_media":441498,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"disable_msn":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5821],"tags":[97833,97258,757],"class_list":["post-441496","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-tendances-mode","tag-actu","tag-ete","tag-maillot-de-bain"],"image":{"medium":["https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Plus-moderne-et-flatteur-quavant-le-tankini-signe-son-grand-retour-sur-les-plages-200x113.jpg",200,113,true],"large":["https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Plus-moderne-et-flatteur-quavant-le-tankini-signe-son-grand-retour-sur-les-plages-500x281.jpg",500,281,true]},"custom":{"td_video":"","featured_image":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Plus-moderne-et-flatteur-quavant-le-tankini-signe-son-grand-retour-sur-les-plages.jpg","author":{"name":"Julia Perez","avatar":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/cropped-julia_perez-96x96.jpg"},"categories":[{"term_id":5821,"name":"Fashion trends","slug":"tendances-mode","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":5990,"taxonomy":"category","description":"<p>The Fashion trends section of <strong>The Body Optimist<\/strong> breaks down the pieces, cuts and colors making news on runways and in the street, and shows how to wear them in every size. We explain where a trend comes from, what it says about its time and how to work it into your wardrobe without buying everything new.<\/p>\n<h2>What you'll find in the Fashion trends section<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Style revivals<\/strong>: '90s, western, vintage or \u201cold money\u201d looks that keep coming back, and how to update them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jean cuts<\/strong>: mom, wide-leg, flare, straight or boyfriend, the styles that take turns in the spotlight and what each one brings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pieces and accessories<\/strong>: bags, boots, ballet flats, brooches and coats spotted in the collections, with options in a wide size range.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ways to wear it<\/strong>: layering, print mixing and color play, techniques that work on any body shape.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fashion and society<\/strong>: what trends reveal about our desires, from the appeal of imperfection to fatigue with algorithm-driven style.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How do you wear a trend at any size?<\/h2>\n<p>Start from your closet, not the store window: identify the element that defines the trend (a cut, a color, a fabric or a detail) and pick the version that works with what you already own.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Try a color or a print with an accessory, a scarf or a top before investing in a bigger piece.<\/li>\n<li>Play with proportions: the same trend often comes in short, midi or long versions, fitted or flowing.<\/li>\n<li>Check the size range before you fall for a piece, and look at specialist plus-size brands and secondhand.<\/li>\n<li>Bet on what lasts: a jean cut or a coat carries over several seasons, a gimmicky accessory much less so.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Our take on trends<\/h2>\n<p>We treat trends as suggestions, not obligations. No piece of clothing is \u201coff-limits\u201d because you wear a plus size, and a piece is only worth talking about if it comes in a wide size range. We like to understand why a style comes back, and we'd rather give you ways to reinvent what you already own than push you to buy more.<\/p>\n<h2>Articles to start with<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>All about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/layering-your-clothes-what-is-this-layering-trend-thats-making-a-comeback-this-spring-435609\">layering, the art of stacking your clothes<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/why-are-wide-leg-jeans-so-popular-in-2026-433700\">wide-leg jeans have won everyone over<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/dopamine-dressing-trend-restores-color-to-heart-dressing-446992\">dopamine dressing trend<\/a>, or how color came back to the heart of our wardrobes.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/uniform-dressing-why-do-women-dress-the-same-way-446482\">Uniform dressing<\/a>: why more and more women stick to the same outfit formula.<\/li>\n<li>Why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/wrinkled-clothes-faded-stains-why-imperfection-is-a-must-in-current-fashion-433457\">wrinkled, stained or faded clothes<\/a> are taking over fashion.<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/brooch-jewelry-is-back-in-style-this-season-432743\">comeback of the brooch<\/a>, a piece of jewelry long dismissed as old-fashioned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>What is layering?<\/h3>\n<p>Layering means wearing several visible pieces on top of one another in the same outfit: a shirt under a sweater, a dress over pants, a sweater vest over a shirt. It lets you play with lengths and textures and adapt to changes in temperature. To stay comfortable, alternate thin pieces with thicker ones.<\/p>\n<h3>What are the main jean cuts?<\/h3>\n<p>The most common jean cuts are skinny, fitted all the way down; straight; bootcut and flare, which widen below the knee; mom, high-waisted and roomy at the hips; boyfriend, loose and relaxed; and wide-leg, wide from hip to hem. Every one of them can be worn at any size: the rise and the fabric make the difference.<\/p>\n<h3>How can you follow trends without buying more and more?<\/h3>\n<p>Start with what you already own: many trends are revivals of older pieces. Secondhand lets you test a cut or a color for less, and a single accessory is often enough to update an outfit. Save new purchases for pieces you'll wear often.<\/p>\n<p>Keep exploring: our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/conseils-silhouette\">styling tips<\/a> to adapt each piece to your body shape, the whole <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\">Women's fashion<\/a> section and the looks in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mannequinat-inclusif\/mannequins\">Models<\/a> section.<\/p>","parent":150,"count":543,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":5821,"category_count":543,"category_description":"<p>The Fashion trends section of <strong>The Body Optimist<\/strong> breaks down the pieces, cuts and colors making news on runways and in the street, and shows how to wear them in every size. We explain where a trend comes from, what it says about its time and how to work it into your wardrobe without buying everything new.<\/p>\n<h2>What you'll find in the Fashion trends section<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Style revivals<\/strong>: '90s, western, vintage or \u201cold money\u201d looks that keep coming back, and how to update them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jean cuts<\/strong>: mom, wide-leg, flare, straight or boyfriend, the styles that take turns in the spotlight and what each one brings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pieces and accessories<\/strong>: bags, boots, ballet flats, brooches and coats spotted in the collections, with options in a wide size range.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ways to wear it<\/strong>: layering, print mixing and color play, techniques that work on any body shape.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fashion and society<\/strong>: what trends reveal about our desires, from the appeal of imperfection to fatigue with algorithm-driven style.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How do you wear a trend at any size?<\/h2>\n<p>Start from your closet, not the store window: identify the element that defines the trend (a cut, a color, a fabric or a detail) and pick the version that works with what you already own.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Try a color or a print with an accessory, a scarf or a top before investing in a bigger piece.<\/li>\n<li>Play with proportions: the same trend often comes in short, midi or long versions, fitted or flowing.<\/li>\n<li>Check the size range before you fall for a piece, and look at specialist plus-size brands and secondhand.<\/li>\n<li>Bet on what lasts: a jean cut or a coat carries over several seasons, a gimmicky accessory much less so.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Our take on trends<\/h2>\n<p>We treat trends as suggestions, not obligations. No piece of clothing is \u201coff-limits\u201d because you wear a plus size, and a piece is only worth talking about if it comes in a wide size range. We like to understand why a style comes back, and we'd rather give you ways to reinvent what you already own than push you to buy more.<\/p>\n<h2>Articles to start with<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>All about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/layering-your-clothes-what-is-this-layering-trend-thats-making-a-comeback-this-spring-435609\">layering, the art of stacking your clothes<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/why-are-wide-leg-jeans-so-popular-in-2026-433700\">wide-leg jeans have won everyone over<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/dopamine-dressing-trend-restores-color-to-heart-dressing-446992\">dopamine dressing trend<\/a>, or how color came back to the heart of our wardrobes.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/uniform-dressing-why-do-women-dress-the-same-way-446482\">Uniform dressing<\/a>: why more and more women stick to the same outfit formula.<\/li>\n<li>Why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/wrinkled-clothes-faded-stains-why-imperfection-is-a-must-in-current-fashion-433457\">wrinkled, stained or faded clothes<\/a> are taking over fashion.<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/brooch-jewelry-is-back-in-style-this-season-432743\">comeback of the brooch<\/a>, a piece of jewelry long dismissed as old-fashioned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>What is layering?<\/h3>\n<p>Layering means wearing several visible pieces on top of one another in the same outfit: a shirt under a sweater, a dress over pants, a sweater vest over a shirt. It lets you play with lengths and textures and adapt to changes in temperature. To stay comfortable, alternate thin pieces with thicker ones.<\/p>\n<h3>What are the main jean cuts?<\/h3>\n<p>The most common jean cuts are skinny, fitted all the way down; straight; bootcut and flare, which widen below the knee; mom, high-waisted and roomy at the hips; boyfriend, loose and relaxed; and wide-leg, wide from hip to hem. Every one of them can be worn at any size: the rise and the fabric make the difference.<\/p>\n<h3>How can you follow trends without buying more and more?<\/h3>\n<p>Start with what you already own: many trends are revivals of older pieces. Secondhand lets you test a cut or a color for less, and a single accessory is often enough to update an outfit. Save new purchases for pieces you'll wear often.<\/p>\n<p>Keep exploring: our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/conseils-silhouette\">styling tips<\/a> to adapt each piece to your body shape, the whole <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\">Women's fashion<\/a> section and the looks in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mannequinat-inclusif\/mannequins\">Models<\/a> section.<\/p>","cat_name":"Fashion trends","category_nicename":"tendances-mode","category_parent":150}]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/441496","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8385"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=441496"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/441496\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":441663,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/441496\/revisions\/441663"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/441498"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=441496"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=441496"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=441496"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}