On July 5, 1946, French designer Louis Réard unveiled a scandalous two-piece swimsuit in Paris, which met pushback in the beginning, but ultimately became one of the most popular forms of swimwear.

Today is National Bikini Day, and here at SI Swimsuit, we’re prepared to celebrate accordingly. Here’s a quick history lesson: the bikini was invented on this day in 1946, when Louis Réard introduced ...

Every day is bikini day for Elizabeth Hurley. Hurley, 60, took to Instagram on Monday, July 7, to show off a sizzling hot swimsuit moment following National Bikini Day on Saturday, July 5. In the pic, ...

It's National Bikini Day! Every July 5, the historical piece of clothing is celebrated. Two-piece bathing suits were used by women as early as the 1930s, but the modern bikini was born on July 5, 1946 ...

Pay homage to the itty-bitty, two-piece with Black-owned brands. National Bikini Day pays homage to the itty-bitty, two-piece swimsuit that originated in 1946. Initially, bikinis were frowned upon ...

Any Francophile knows that stripes are a must. Pair this bandeau number with an oversize sun hat and sleek slides for an effortless luxe vibe that is très French. To buy: Hat, Joe Fresh, $14; Bikini ...

Y'all must've been mistaking if you thought we weren't capitalizing on National Bikini Day ... Hollywood's known for pushin' the limits, but has this unique bathing suit trend gone too far?!

On July 5, 1946, French designer Louis Réard unveiled a scandalous two-piece swimsuit in Paris, which met pushback in the beginning, but ultimately became one of the most popular forms of swimwear.