90s Crush Surf Bikini Bottoms - Chilli
A little late-90s, a lot of confidence. The Salt Gypsy 90s Crush Surf Bottoms in Merlot Stripe are a clean, minimal low-rise surf bikini bottom designed to sit low on the hips with a secure, stay-put feel—perfect for easy, low-impact surf days and beach hangs when you want a cheekier cut without compromising comfort.
Made from sustainable recycled polyester, this fabric feels soft yet resilient, holds its shape when wet, and dries quickly between surfs. Finished with UPF 50+ sun protection, it’s a feel-good essential you’ll reach for all summer.
- Hipster cut low rise waistband
- Sustainable swim fabric recycled polyester
- Stays in place secure fit designed for surfing
- Made in Australia by our team.
Styling tip: Pair with your favourite Tankini or Sunroom Tank Top
This style is made by our team in Australia
Fit
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Complete your surf set:
Features
• Super low hipster boyleg cut
• Internal rubber in waistband
• Tailored and flattering fit
• Cheeky bottom cut
• UPF 50+
Model Info
Surfers and model wearing size Small
Fit Advice
This is a super low hipster boyleg cut. Go with your usual briefs size. If you're inbetween sizes or not 100% sure, we recommend sizing up to avoid any cutting in.
Remember, all stretch fabrics loosen slightly when wet so we recommend for your swim & surfwear to feel snug and firm when tried on dry, on land.
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Fabrics & Care
- Recycled Nylon x Lycra® fabrics
- UPF 50+
- Resistance to sun cream, oils, chlorine
- Muscle Control and Shape Retention
- Always rinse in fresh water after use
- Line dry in shade
Shipping & Returns
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- Returns Accepted on full priced items for Exchange, 110% Store Credit or Refund within 14 days since date of delivery
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90s Hipster Surf Shorties
A low-rise swim bottom with a nod to late 90s clean and minimal.
Cut in a hipster silhouette, it sits low on the hips with a cheeky finish through the back. The fit is secure without feeling tight, designed to move with you through paddling, duck dives, and time in the water.
Made from recycled nylon fabrics with a soft, resilient feel, it holds its shape when wet and dries quickly between surfs.
- Cheeky coverage
- Super low-rise fit with internal rubber in waistband
- 90s-inspired silhouette
- Italian fabrics for high quality and long-lasting garments
Style tip: Pair with a cropped rashguard or tri bikini top.
Are these bottoms cheeky? Yes
Will they stay in place while surfing? On small, mellow surf days, for sure. Punchy surf conditions? Not likely.
Our Swim is Made from Recycled Materials
Since 2016, we have chosen to source and use ECONYL® regenerated nylon yarn in our surf garments. Why? ECONYL® uses synthetic waste such as industrial plastic, waste fabric, and fishing nets from oceans, then recycles and regenerates them into a new nylon yarn that is exactly the same quality as virgin nylon.
As a small business, we are a constant work in progress doing the best we can with the resources available to us. While we research and sample alternative materials to nylon-based textiles, we will continue to only use recycled and regenerated yarns in our surf and swimwear.
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- KVKimona V.Verified BuyerReviewingBralette Bikini Top - BlackI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars3 months ago5 Stars
Absolutely love these! Got them in 2 colors. Great fit and greatttt for surfing! 😎
- KVKimona V.Verified BuyerReviewingBralette Bikini Top - NavyI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars4 months ago5 Stars
fits so well and looks wonderful.
- DDaniReviewingLimited Edition - Tri Bikini Bottom - Choc BlueI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars7 months ago5 Stars
Love it - super easy wearing and great for hanging at the beach. Can be reversed but I prefer the brown contrasting with the blue bind. Can easily adjust the side ties for a higher or lower fit on my hips. So good to support locally made, too!
- TFTina F.Verified BuyerReviewingBralette Bikini Top - NavyI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars9 months ago5 Stars
Love love love this set. It’s so comfy and the fit is perfect. Have ordered similar in the green
- KDKitila D.Verified BuyerReviewingBralette Bikini Top - NavyI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars11 months ago5 Stars
This is the most comfortable surf top I’ve ever owned! I’m a 6-8 normally with a small bust and the S is snug on me for sure
- CPClaire P.Verified BuyerReviewingBralette Bikini Top - BlackI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year ago5 Stars
Super comfy and very flattering
- GBGabriela B.Verified BuyerReviewingBralette Bikini Top - NavyI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoBralette top
**** and snug and strong
- LFLuci F.Verified BuyerReviewingLimited Edition - Tri Bikini Top - Choc BlueI recommend this productRated 4 out of 5 stars1 week agoFun bikini
Fits true ti size and stays put more than a regular bikini
- LFLuci F.Verified BuyerReviewingLimited Edition - Tri Bikini Bottom - Choc BlueRated 3 out of 5 stars1 week agoBit baggy
Good quality, just a bit baggy in the ***,
- KPKate P.Verified BuyerReviewingBralette Bikini Top - NavyRated 3 out of 5 stars1 year ago3 Stars
I love the bralette design but the reason I’ve scored it low is because of the sizing. I got the matching bottoms in large and they fit me perfectly but the top was way too small. I’m quite broad and a C cup so that may explain part of it, but even considering that it was super tight. So I’ll order the XL next time and report back!