35 Low-Back One-Pieces That Bring the Drama

A low-back one-piece swimsuit is one of those classic silhouettes that cues confidence. It’s unfussy but has just the right amount of visual impact — and this season’s best versions come with trend-forward updates that make the staple feel fresh again. From sculptural hardware and subtle metallics to Hunza G-inspired crinkle textures, these suits add interest without sacrificing ease.

Retro references are also making waves: high halter necklines, gingham prints, and dainty florals deliver charm, while tile and toile motifs bring that coveted European summer energy. Even mariner stripes are getting reimagined with a modern, fisherman-inspired twist that feels more sea-swept chic than preppy throwback.

Whether you're scooping one up from Anthropologie, Free People, Nordstrom, or Zara, this season's low-back one-pieces strike the ideal balance between functional and cool. They stay put when you dive in, but still give you that breezy, back-baring drama. Basically? They’re the swimsuits you’ll want to wear on repeat. Ahead, our favorite styles.

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free-est Lani One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Free People

Hutch Souly Belted One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Anthropologie

Shade & Shore Pucker Textured Cross Back High Leg One Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Target

Staud Lea One Piece, $, available at Shopbop

Damson Madder Cheyenne Swimsuit, $, available at Lisa Says Gah

Quince Italian Cross-Back One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Quince

Aerie Shine Henley One Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Aerie

Reformation Bahia One Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Reformation

Old Navy Matte Cutout Back One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Old Navy

Summersalt The LuxeCrinkle Backflip, $, available at Summersalt

WeWoreWhat Scoop Underwire One Piece, $, available at Nordstrom

Frankies Bikinis Juliet Cotton One Piece, $, available at Shopbop

Hunza G Classic Square One Piece, $, available at Shopbop

Jade Swim Blake One Piece, $, available at Jade Swim

Lioness Mademoiselle One Piece, $, available at Shopbop

Andrea Iyamah Tisi One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Anthropologie

MINKPINK Sylvie Scoop Back One Piece, $, available at Shopbop

Zara Floral Halter Swimsuit, $, available at Zara

LSpace Holly Rib One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Nordstrom

Monday Swimwear Clovelly One Piece, $, available at Monday Swimwear

Moda Minx Curve x Bernadette Afia Contrast Binding Swimsuit, $, available at ASOS

Good American High-Leg Swimsuit, $, available at Good American

Cupshe x Kelsey Anderson Memory Lane One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Cupshe

Knix High Neck One Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Knix

Left on Friday Club Suit, $, available at Left on Friday

Solid and Striped The Lucia Toile One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Nordstrom

H&M Starfish-Detail Padded-Cup Swimsuit, $, available at H&M

Dippin' Daisy's Calypso One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Anthropologie

SZ Blockprints x J. Crew Scoopneck One-Piece, $, available at J.Crew

Yitty Shaping Swim Luxe Twist Plunge One Piece, $, available at Yitty

Gap Scoop Neck Swimsuit, $, available at Gap

Mikoh Apollo One Piece, $, available at Mikoh

Villa Fresca Bella One Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Nordstrom

Andie Swim The Laguna One Piece, $, available at Andie Swim

Farm Rio Sweet Bloom Bouquet One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Farm Rio

Oseree Lumière Metallic Swimsuit, $, available at Net-A-Porter

Minnow Marigold Floral Print Ruffle Strap Low Back One-Piece, $, available at Maisonette

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