Swimsuit

5 Stylish, Supportive Underwire Bikini Tops Inspired by Georgina Burke’s in the 2023 SI Swimsuit Issue

Hit the beach or pool in style with these balconette tops with built-in underwire.

Cara O’Bleness

Georgina Burk

Georgina Burke was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico.

Georgina Burke returned to the 2023 SI Swimsuit Issue for her second year with the brand, and the photos are unforgettable. While her rookie magazine feature took place in Barbados with photographer Ben Watts, the Australian native reunited with the visual artist in Puerto Rico for this year’s feature.

The Burke NYC founder donned several bright and colorful swimsuits while on location in the Caribbean, from rainbow-striped two-pieces to funky button-ups and zip-up tops. When it comes to practical swimwear, fun patterns and prints are almost as important as fit, and sometimes that means a bikini top with a bit more support.

The balconette swim top Burke wore by Monarch Reign, expertly paired with a funky scarf and earrings by Eklexic Jewelry, is the perfect example of the style and support we’ll be emulating this summer. Shop the look—and similar options—below.

Monarch Reign Captivated Underwire Bikini Top, $125 and Rapture Seamless Brazilian Bikini Bottom, $88 (monarchreign.com)

Georgina Burke was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Monarch Reign. Scarf by Burke. Earrings by Eklexic Jewelry.

Georgina Burke was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Monarch Reign. Scarf by Burke. Earrings by Eklexic Jewelry.

This gorgeous teal set provides full coverage up top, and the underwire creates great shaping.

Cuup The Balconette, $98 and The Brief, $78 (shopcuup.com)

Cuup

The underwire in this swim top is super lightweight for comfort, and the top and bottom are made with built-in UPF 50 protection.

Hollister High Apex Ribbed Underwire Bikini Top, $17.48 and High-Leg High-Waist Ribbed Cheeky Bikini Bottom, $12.48 (hollisterco.com)

Hollister

Ribbed detailing adds interest to this underwire swim top, while it also features fully adjustable thick shoulder straps.

O’Neill Saltwater Solids Seville Underwire Top, $29.99 and Saltwater Solids Matira Bottoms, $27.99 (us.oneill.com)

A solid-colored top with removable padding, this bikini features a sweet tie detail in the back.

Ark Swimwear Emerald Green Balconette, $80 and Emerald High-Waist Bikini, $65 (arkswimwear.com)

Ark Swimwear

The sleek cut of this swim top is super chic while offering flexible underwire for your comfort.

Abercrombie & Fitch Curve Love Wide Strap Pleated Underwire Bikini Top, $50 and Tall-Side High-Leg Cheeky Bottom, $35 (abercrombie.com)

Abercrombie

Reviewers agree that this top is ideal for those with larger chests who are looking for something that offers both style and full coverage.

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Cara O’Bleness

CARA O’BLENESS

Cara is a trending news writer/editor for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. A passionate writer and editor with more than 10 years of experience in print and online media, she loves storytelling and believes that words have the power to change the world. Prior to joining the team, Cara worked as a writer and editor across a number of content verticals, including food, lifestyle, health and wellness, and small business and entrepreneurship. In her free time, Cara loves reading, spending time with her family and making her way through Michigan’s many microbreweries. She is a graduate of Michigan State University's School of Journalism.