The History of Brazilian Bikinis and Midori's Signature Fit

Brazilian bikinis are known for narrower back coverage, high-on-the-hip styling and a confident approach to beachwear. Their story is tied to Brazil's beach culture, where swimwear became smaller, more expressive and designed for movement, sun and everyday life near the water.

Brazilian, skimpy, cheeky and thong coverage

Coverage terms are often used loosely, so at Midori we use them as a simple spectrum:

• Minimal or thong: the least back coverage and smallest tan line.
• Skimpy: narrow back coverage that shows more cheek while retaining more fabric than a thong.
• Cheeky: more back coverage with the lower cheeks still visible.
• Moderate: more back coverage while keeping a flattering bikini cut.

How Brazilian-inspired fit shaped Midori

Midori began in 2011 with the belief that smaller coverage could still feel secure and wearable. That idea continues through our current range.

Kai has thin sides, a scrunch back and skimpy coverage. Brayden uses wider stay-put bands with a scrunch back, adjustable rise and cheeky coverage. Parker has a low rise, thin sides, a non-scrunch back and moderate coverage.

For the least coverage, Cruz is expected to return in late October 2026 with Midori's minimal-coverage thong fit.

Choose your coverage

Choose the cut that matches your activity and comfort. Compare skimpy bikini bottoms, cheeky bikini bottoms, moderate-coverage bikini bottoms and minimal coverage bikini bottoms.