Price: $47 (custom order; regular price is $37; black version is always on sale for $27)
Size: S (available in XXS-XXXL; XXL and XXXL are an additional $10)
Color: Cobalt, ThinSKINZ Cascade
“Classic” is an apt description of the Skinz “Classic T Back Thong Swimsuit”, which, due to Skinz’s generic product names, is often referred to by its style code: “M67”. If you ask someone to close their eyes and picture a thong, there’s a good chance it will look something like this swimsuit.
Skinz was founded in 1986. Their website hearkens back to that era. It’s reminiscent of the early web, and the models would not look out of place in a catalog from the late 80s or early 90s. There is occasionally some odd behavior, but the site generally works. I’ve placed multiple orders over the past few years and have never had any problems. I would, however, prefer if they updated the style of their photos. The harsh lighting, white backgrounds, and post processing make it difficult to tell what a swimsuit will actually look like in person.
I typically wear a size small, and the small “M67” fits well. The size chart is relatively accurate. If you are between sizes or on the smaller end of the range, I’d recommend sizing down. I’ve tried the medium “M67”, and it’s too big for me.
The fit strikes a nice balance between conservative and skimpy. There’s no mistaking that the “M67” is a thong, but it’s not overly revealing. It sits higher on the hips than thongs that resemble swim briefs. The “M67” does not have a drawstring and usually isn’t lined. I wouldn’t wear it to swim laps, but it’s perfect for hanging out at the beach or pool.
Skinz offers the “M67” thong in a variety of colors and patterns. If you don’t like what they have in stock, it can be custom ordered in it any fabric for an additional $10. The front lined version can only be custom ordered. I have only tried the “M67U”, the unlined version.
The basic nylon-lycra fabric is about what you’d expect. Skinz has shiny and matte solids and a variety of patterns. It can be difficult to tell how shiny some of the fabrics are due to the aforementioned problem with the photos. The ThinSKINZ fabrics, which I prefer, are lighter weight and feel silkier. They’re more comfortable and stretchier, which I think improves the fit. Some of the ThinSKINZ fabrics, however, are more transparent than others.
Special and Custom Orders can take about 3 weeks to ship. In stock items ship within a few days. Shipping fees are a bit higher than average. Standard shipping costs $10-15. Expedited shipping is significantly more expensive.
The “M67” is one of my favorites. If you’re just getting into thong swimwear or prefer the classic style, it’s a great option.
