One of the many reasons to tune in to Love Island is to soak up the swimwear inspiration. If the first two weeks are anything to go by, it looks like last year’s bikini trend is still going strong, with multiple upside-down bikinis already being spotted in the Villa.
If you're wondering what exactly an upside-down bikini is, it's precisely what it sounds like. Just imagine any regular triangle bikini turned upside down to create a completely different style.
Who could forget bombshell Antigone Buxton’s legendary entrance in her blue upside-down bikini. Viewers last year were a little confused with Antigoni's now-iconic look, with Tweets such as: "Is Antigoni’s bikini top upside down or is it just me?" and “Am I tripping or does Antigoni 100 per cent have her bikini on upside down?" floating around the internet.
Antigoni was sure to defend her controversial style choice, saying: “It gives the opportunity to show a bit of cheeky underboob. A bit of underboob with a bit of a tan line looks kind of hot.” We couldn't agree more, babes.
This year is no exception, with Jess Harding wearing an upside-down bikini, not once, not twice, but thrice. She entered the Villa in a mermaid-inspired sequined upside-down bikini, then sported a white version in episode 4, and again in episode 7 with a baby-pink number.
In episode 2, Molly Marsh also donned a ribbed material version of the upside-down look, and more Islanders are likely to follow.
Although you can recreate the look by simply turning your bikini upside down, many brands are designing bikinis with extra long ties to emulate the look of an upside-down bikini without worrying that you might accidentally show more than you, ahem, bargained for.
So, if you're vibing with this Love Island-endorsed style, start shopping the best upside-down bikinis below.
SHOP: The best upside-down bikinis
1 of 9PrettLittleThing Nude Waffle Texture Halterneck Bikini Top
Change things up with this waffle-texture halterneck bikini, that'll make your tan (real or fake) POP. Shop the matching bikini bottoms to complete the look.
2 of 9PrettyLittleThing Dark Gold Metallic Halterneck Upside Down Bikini Top
You are bound to turn heads in this gold metallic upside-down bikini, the perfect swimwear to complete the bronze goddess look you’re after.
3 of 9South Beach X Miss Molly Crinkle Halter Triangle Top in Orange
Be daring in this vibrant orange top by the much-loved swimwear brand South Beach.
4 of 9Abercrombie & Fitch Terry Upside Down Halter Triangle Bikini Top
Abercrombie & Fitch has come through with the Terry style upside-down bikini. The padding is removable if you're after a more natural look, and we love the ruched front detail.
5 of 9H&M Padded bandeau bikini top
Available in both orange and pink, this bandeau bikini top is affordable, versatile and comes very highly reviewed.
6 of 9NA-KD White Front Cross Bikini Top
White bikinis just hit different, and we're loving this front cross bikini top by NAKD, also available in four other colours and patterns.
7 of 9ONLY Green Leopard Print Halter Bikini Top
We can’t resist an animal print bikini, and we love the criss-cross design across the chest.
8 of 9Zara Bubble Gum Bikini Top
This more structured version has wires on the chest to prevent any flashing fiascos, and has removable pads to fit your preference.
9 of 9Zara Curtain String Bikini Top
We love the added details on the string which sets this Zara upside-down bikini apart from the rest.