The core difference: coverage where you want it
High waist briefs and a 5 cm bikini bottom sit at opposite ends of the rise spectrum. The high waist Luminosa briefs are designed to streamline your curves and create an hourglass figure, with full coverage of your groin, bum, and lower belly. The 5 cm bikini briefs use a 5 cm side measurement to provide just the right coverage for your buttocks, groin, and hips—a lower, more minimal cut.
That single difference in rise and coverage drives everything else: how the bottom feels under clothing, how it pairs with swim tops, and which body shapes and occasions each style flatters most.
High waist briefs vs 5 cm bikini bottom at a glance
- Rise and coverage: High waist briefs: full coverage of groin, bum, and lower belly. 5 cm bikini bottom: 5 cm sides with coverage for buttocks, groin, and hips—lower rise, less belly coverage.
- Fabric and look: High waist briefs: sheer pink recycled yarn with a jacquard dot pattern for a reveal-and-conceal effect. 5 cm bikini bottom: recycled fabric in the exclusive 'Tropical Garden of Eden' pattern in vivid colors.
- Best for: High waist briefs: smoothing the lower belly and creating an hourglass silhouette. 5 cm bikini bottom: minimal coverage and a playful, tropical look for poolside or beach.
- Sizing: Both styles come in sizes S, M, L, XL, and XXL. High waist briefs are available in transparent pink; the 5 cm bikini bottom in aqua sky.
High waist briefs: full coverage with shaping
- high waist briefs: These high waist Luminosa briefs are designed to streamline your curves and create a stunning hourglass figure. If you want a smooth, shaped silhouette under beachwear or clothing, the high rise does more than cover—it sculpts.
high waist briefs - high waist briefs: With full coverage of your groin, bum, and lower belly, they offer a comfortable and flattering fit. Full belly coverage is the key difference from lower-rise bikini bottoms, especially if you prefer extra support around the midsection.
- high waist briefs: The briefs are crafted with a focus on reveal and conceal, using sheer pink fabric made from recycled yarn. The sheer jacquard dot pattern adds a sensual, textured look while still providing the coverage high waist briefs are known for.
5 cm bikini bottom: minimal sides, maximum color
- 5 cm bikini bottom: These tropical bikini briefs are designed with 5 cm sides, offering a perfect balance of comfort and style by providing just the right coverage for your buttocks, groin, and hips. The 5 cm side measurement tells you this is a lower-rise cut—less coverage than high waist briefs, but still balanced for comfort.
5 cm bikini bottom - 5 cm bikini bottom: Made from recycled fabric, these briefs feature our exclusive 'Tropical Garden of Eden' pattern in the most vivid colors. The bold tropical print makes this bottom a statement piece for beach or pool days, especially if you like a coordinated but playful swim look.
- 5 cm bikini bottom: Their flattering fit makes them ideal for all body types, ensuring confidence and ease wherever you go. The 5 cm cut is designed to flatter a range of shapes, so you can feel confident even with less coverage than a high waist brief.
How to choose based on your body and plans
If you want to smooth and shape your midsection, or you prefer full belly coverage, the high waist briefs are the clearer choice. They work well under cover-ups and sundresses where a streamlined line matters.
If you want a lighter, more minimal feel for sunbathing or swimming, and you like a lower rise that sits below the belly, the 5 cm bikini bottom gives you that freedom. The 5 cm sides keep it comfortable without excessive coverage.
Consider how you'll wear it: high waist briefs pair naturally with bikini tops that have more structure, while the 5 cm bottom suits triangle or bandeau tops for a relaxed beach look.
What the product information does not tell you
The supplied records do not include care instructions, exact rise measurements beyond the 5 cm side for the bikini bottom, or specific sizing charts beyond the available sizes. If you are between sizes or need precise fit details, check the product pages for any additional information. Both styles are available in S through XXL, but the high waist briefs come only in transparent pink and the 5 cm bikini bottom only in aqua sky, so color choice is fixed per style.
