Women's Boyleg Bottoms Swimsuits: Shop by Style, Detail & Fit

Boyleg bottoms borrow from men's swim shorts: a straight-across leg line that covers the hip and upper thigh, usually ending mid-cheek to mid-thigh. They are the coverage-forward answer to the bikini bottom question.

Choose boyleg when you want more coverage without going full swim-short: athletic bodies, long torsos that need visual balance, anyone self-conscious about hips or thighs, and active beach days where cheeky cuts feel impractical. They pair with any top — a sporty boyleg with a supportive halter top is a genuinely functional swim outfit. The straight leg can visually shorten legs, so petite wearers should look for higher-cut leg openings or shorter inseams.

Fit Details

The leg openings must lie flat without riding up — silicone grip dots help. The waistband should sit where you want it (low, mid, or high rise all exist in boyleg) without rolling. Because there is more fabric, cheap boyleg bottoms bag when wet; lined, quality suits hold their line.

Styling

Boyleg bottoms read sporty and modern — lean in with racerback or sport tops, or contrast with a pretty bandeau for a high-low mix that looks intentional.