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Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
It's 'tankini summer' – and it's already sparking online debate
USA TODAY and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. Pricing and availability subject to change. The tankini is igniting social media debate over modesty at the beach. For some, tankinis are reminiscent of being a preteen: A bikini bottom or shorts paired with what is essentially a waterproof crop top was often the first graduation from the one-pieces of childhood to swimming in a two-piece. Or perhaps they were the performance swimsuit you remember your mom or guardian wearing, the front swath of fabric adding extra coverage targeted for people with post-birth or pregnant bellies. Either way, the tankini has gotten a revamp in 2025, with popular retailers from ASOS to Cupshe marketing these tummy-covering two pieces to some shoppers who likely haven't worn one since the summer before seventh grade. These upgraded tankinis offer refreshed color palettes and not-so-boxy designs, but don't totally skimp on the style with unexpected cut-outs and cute patterns that paired seamlessly with a skirt or shorts. But the tankini takeover has prompted some social media users to wonder if the resurgence is as innocuous as pure 2000s nostalgia, or whether it's a totem of a cultural shift that wants women to cover-up. "I don't know if the modesty propaganda is working on me or if they're actually just making cute tankinis this year," one TikToker mused. "Every ad I've seen for tankini, is the cutest tankini I've ever seen and I must have it. Am I going to be wearing tankinis all summer? Is it working?" Tankini summer indicates America's zeitgeist, said Lorynn Divita, associate professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising at Baylor University. There's been a lot of attention to nudity (or lack thereof) this year: Some attendees at this year's Met Gala caused a firestorm for a slew of naked looks. Then, the Cannes 2025 Film Festival banned nude gowns on its red carpet. Seeming ubiquitous cut-out booty shorts and strappy crop-tops have sparked debate over modesty at the gym. And let's not forget Miley Cyrus turning heads in a completely sheer dress just this week. "I'm not a fan of whatever direction we're going in," another TikToker said, arguing tankinis have a nefarious subtext young women are falling for. The same creator later posted the "tankini police" came for her when she tried to call out this so-called "random radical shift to more conservative clothes." Meanwhile, others said a little more bandwidth offers inclusive, cute options for a range of body types and lifestyles. One fan posted she loved how a tankini was "modest and spicy at the same time." Another stated it shouldn't even be a debate: "Just stop the discourse. It's so unnecessary ... It just puts women back!" Summersalt, PacSun and more 👙 Shopping guide for where to buy bathing suits On one hand, the internet is valid in sensing a "significant shift" toward traditional gender roles in fashion, according to Leora Tanenbaum, author of "Sexy Selfie Nation." Clothes associated with stereotypical femininity, even if they are a revealing bikini, are popular right now, she said. Look no further than dominance of the "low-cut milkmaid dress" garments that accentuates "womanly" aspects like breast cleavage, Tanenbaum said. "There is a very narrow aesthetic ideal of femininity," she said. But at the same time, the internet's battle misses the point women will face "relentless" sexualization no matter what swimsuit they choose this summer, Tanenbaum said. "I see the tankini debate not as much as pressure to look modest, but more as young people saying 'I am just so sick of being objectified,'" Tanenbaum added. "There's no way to win this. On the hand, if you wear a bikini, you open yourself up to slut-shaming because of the presupposition that someone who dresses in a revealing way is 'asking for it.' But if you wear a tankini, you're seen as deficient as a woman because you're rejecting being sexy according to a binary way." Wellness coverage from USA TODAY: Online, young female OnlyFans stars make their lives look aspirational. Is it problematic? If the aim of wearing a tankini is to avoid sexualization, "that is a losing battle," according to Tanenbaum. But for people who wear tankinis to feel empowered mentally and physically, she said to "own it." "We all have the right to feel a sense of autonomy and ownership over our own bodies and if that little extra piece of fabric gives us that self-empowerment, we should wear it." People might also just be tired of what's in their closet and want to try something new. "We've reached fatigue level of teeny teeny bikinis, what's going to look fresh?" Divita article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 'Tankini summer': The online debate over covering up at the beach
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
It's 'tankini summer' – and it's already sparking online debate
USA TODAY and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. Pricing and availability subject to change. The tankini is igniting social media debate over modesty at the beach. For some, tankinis are reminiscent of being a preteen: A bikini bottom or shorts paired with what is essentially a waterproof crop top was often the first graduation from the one-pieces of childhood to swimming in a two-piece. Or perhaps they were the performance swimsuit you remember your mom or guardian wearing, the front swath of fabric adding extra coverage targeted for people with post-birth or pregnant bellies. Either way, the tankini has gotten a revamp in 2025, with popular retailers from ASOS to Cupshe marketing these tummy-covering two pieces to some shoppers who likely haven't worn one since the summer before seventh grade. These upgraded tankinis offer refreshed color palettes and not-so-boxy designs, but don't totally skimp on the style with unexpected cut-outs and cute patterns that paired seamlessly with a skirt or shorts. But the tankini takeover has prompted some social media users to wonder if the resurgence is as innocuous as pure 2000s nostalgia, or whether it's a totem of a cultural shift that wants women to cover-up. "I don't know if the modesty propaganda is working on me or if they're actually just making cute tankinis this year," one TikToker mused. "Every ad I've seen for tankini, is the cutest tankini I've ever seen and I must have it. Am I going to be wearing tankinis all summer? Is it working?" Tankini summer indicates America's zeitgeist, said Lorynn Divita, associate professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising at Baylor University. There's been a lot of attention to nudity (or lack thereof) this year: Some attendees at this year's Met Gala caused a firestorm for a slew of naked looks. Then, the Cannes 2025 Film Festival banned nude gowns on its red carpet. Seeming ubiquitous cut-out booty shorts and strappy crop-tops have sparked debate over modesty at the gym. And let's not forget Miley Cyrus turning heads in a completely sheer dress just this week. "I'm not a fan of whatever direction we're going in," another TikToker said, arguing tankinis have a nefarious subtext young women are falling for. The same creator later posted the "tankini police" came for her when she tried to call out this so-called "random radical shift to more conservative clothes." Meanwhile, others said a little more bandwidth offers inclusive, cute options for a range of body types and lifestyles. One fan posted she loved how a tankini was "modest and spicy at the same time." Another stated it shouldn't even be a debate: "Just stop the discourse. It's so unnecessary ... It just puts women back!" Summersalt, PacSun and more 👙 Shopping guide for where to buy bathing suits On one hand, the internet is valid in sensing a "significant shift" toward traditional gender roles in fashion, according to Leora Tanenbaum, author of "Sexy Selfie Nation." Clothes associated with stereotypical femininity, even if they are a revealing bikini, are popular right now, she said. Look no further than dominance of the "low-cut milkmaid dress" garments that accentuates "womanly" aspects like breast cleavage, Tanenbaum said. "There is a very narrow aesthetic ideal of femininity," she said. But at the same time, the internet's battle misses the point women will face "relentless" sexualization no matter what swimsuit they choose this summer, Tanenbaum said. "I see the tankini debate not as much as pressure to look modest, but more as young people saying 'I am just so sick of being objectified,'" Tanenbaum added. "There's no way to win this. On the hand, if you wear a bikini, you open yourself up to slut-shaming because of the presupposition that someone who dresses in a revealing way is 'asking for it.' But if you wear a tankini, you're seen as deficient as a woman because you're rejecting being sexy according to a binary way." Wellness coverage from USA TODAY: Online, young female OnlyFans stars make their lives look aspirational. Is it problematic? If the aim of wearing a tankini is to avoid sexualization, "that is a losing battle," according to Tanenbaum. But for people who wear tankinis to feel empowered mentally and physically, she said to "own it." "We all have the right to feel a sense of autonomy and ownership over our own bodies and if that little extra piece of fabric gives us that self-empowerment, we should wear it." People might also just be tired of what's in their closet and want to try something new. "We've reached fatigue level of teeny teeny bikinis, what's going to look fresh?" Divita article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 'Tankini summer': The online debate over covering up at the beach
USA Today
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
It's 'tankini summer' – and it's already sparking online debate
It's 'tankini summer' – and it's already sparking online debate Show Caption Hide Caption Helen Hunt claims Hollywood's beauty standards affect her self-esteem Helen Hunt has revealed that she's changed her outlook in recent years. Bang Showbiz The tankini is igniting social media debate over modesty at the beach. For some, tankinis are reminiscent of being a preteen: A bikini bottom or shorts paired with what is essentially a waterproof crop top was often the first graduation from the one-pieces of childhood to swimming in a two-piece. Or perhaps they were the performance swimsuit you remember your mom or guardian wearing, the front swath of fabric adding extra coverage targeted for people with post-birth or pregnant bellies. Either way, the tankini has gotten a revamp in 2025, with popular retailers from ASOS to Cupshe marketing these tummy-covering two pieces to some shoppers who likely haven't worn one since the summer before seventh grade. These upgraded tankinis offer refreshed color palettes and not-so-boxy designs, but don't totally skimp on the style with unexpected cut-outs and cute patterns that paired seamlessly with a skirt or shorts. But the tankini takeover has prompted some social media users to wonder if the resurgence is as innocuous as pure 2000s nostalgia, or whether it's a totem of a cultural shift that wants women to cover-up. "I don't know if the modesty propaganda is working on me or if they're actually just making cute tankinis this year," one TikToker mused. "Every ad I've seen for tankini, is the cutest tankini I've ever seen and I must have it. Am I going to be wearing tankinis all summer? Is it working?" The 'tankini police' have arrived Tankini summer indicates America's zeitgeist, said Lorynn Divita, associate professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising at Baylor University. There's been a lot of attention to nudity (or lack thereof) this year: Some attendees at this year's Met Gala caused a firestorm for a slew of naked looks. Then, the Cannes 2025 Film Festival banned nude gowns on its red carpet. Seeming ubiquitous cut-out booty shorts and strappy crop-tops have sparked debate over modesty at the gym. And let's not forget Miley Cyrus turning heads in a completely sheer dress just this week. "I'm not a fan of whatever direction we're going in," another TikToker said, arguing tankinis have a nefarious subtext young women are falling for. The same creator later posted the "tankini police" came for her when she tried to call out this so-called "random radical shift to more conservative clothes." Meanwhile, others said a little more bandwidth offers inclusive, cute options for a range of body types and lifestyles. One fan posted she loved how a tankini was "modest and spicy at the same time." Another stated it shouldn't even be a debate: "Just stop the discourse. It's so unnecessary ... It just puts women back!" Summersalt, PacSun and more 👙 Shopping guide for where to buy bathing suits Is the tankini a signal of a push for modesty? On one hand, the internet is valid in sensing a "significant shift" toward traditional gender roles in fashion, according to Leora Tanenbaum, author of "Sexy Selfie Nation." Clothes associated with stereotypical femininity, even if they are a revealing bikini, are popular right now, she said. Look no further than dominance of the "low-cut milkmaid dress" garments that accentuates "womanly" aspects like breast cleavage, Tanenbaum said. "There is a very narrow aesthetic ideal of femininity," she said. But at the same time, the internet's battle misses the point women will face "relentless" sexualization no matter what swimsuit they choose this summer, Tanenbaum said. "I see the tankini debate not as much as pressure to look modest, but more as young people saying 'I am just so sick of being objectified,'" Tanenbaum added. "There's no way to win this. On the hand, if you wear a bikini, you open yourself up to slut-shaming because of the presupposition that someone who dresses in a revealing way is 'asking for it.' But if you wear a tankini, you're seen as deficient as a woman because you're rejecting being sexy according to a binary way." Wellness coverage from USA TODAY: Online, young female OnlyFans stars make their lives look aspirational. Is it problematic? 'A losing battle' If the aim of wearing a tankini is to avoid sexualization, "that is a losing battle," according to Tanenbaum. But for people who wear tankinis to feel empowered mentally and physically, she said to "own it." "We all have the right to feel a sense of autonomy and ownership over our own bodies and if that little extra piece of fabric gives us that self-empowerment, we should wear it." People might also just be tired of what's in their closet and want to try something new. "We've reached fatigue level of teeny teeny bikinis, what's going to look fresh?" Divita said.
NDTV
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Has Alia Bhatt Officially Changed Her Name To 'Alia Kapoor'? Here's A Glimpse From Her Day 2 At Cannes 2025
New Delhi: Alia Bhatt made a starry debut at the Cannes 2025 Film Festival this year. Attending the event as the L'Oreal brand ambassador, Alia took to share glimpses of what her Day 2 at Cannes looked like on her YouTube channel. Amid all the glitz and glamour, what caught the internet's attention was the hotel that she was staying at in the French Riviera, addressed her as 'Dear Alia Kapoor.' What's Happening Alia Bhatt shared a BTS video of her getting glammed up for Day 2 at the recently held Cannes Film Festival 2025. She debuted at the celebrated event as the L'Oreal brand ambassador. However, Reddit was quick to spot that an LCD screen in her hotel room, addressed her as 'Dear Alia Kapoor.' This led to various speculations about whether the Brahmastra actress had legally changed her name after marrying Ranbir Kapoor. How Reddit Reacted After Alia shared her Day 2 video of getting ready from Cannes this year, soon a screenshot of 'Dear Alia Kapoor' flashing on the screen, was shared on Reddit. While her robe had 'Alia Bhatt' written on it, the name on TV read 'Alia Kapoor.' YouTube Fans immediately started reacting to the same. One person commented, "Must've taken her husband's name and kept Bhatt for her public-facing career since she is widely known by that surname." YouTube Some argued that it must have been a mistake committed by the hotel. However, another group of Redditors said that International Hotels refer to booking IDs for such messages. Hence, chances are that Alia has mostly changed her surname to Kapoor after getting married to Ranbir. Someone else joked, "How will a hotel in France know her husband's surname? Anyway, hotel booking is done according to your legal name on IDs." There was another group of people who believed it was best that Alia stuck to her surname "Bhatt", as it has become a brand now. While some dissed the patriarchy prevalent in the context. One internet user mentioned, "But she's always Alia Bhatt to me, naam mein wajan aagaya hai abhi (the name carries some heft). It's a brand name now." Someone else recalled Alia's appearance on Koffee With Karan a couple of years ago and asked, "I thought it was "Alia Bhatt Kapoor" as she mentioned it on KWK. Ranveer got very happy and said it's got a ring to it." About Alia Bhatt And Ranbir Kapoor Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor fell in love on the sets of Ayan Mukerji's Brahmastra. The two got married in April 2022. They welcomed their daughter Raha in November 2022. Work Alia Bhatt is currently busy shooting for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War and YRF's Alpha with Sharvari. In A Nutshell Alia Bhatt treated fans with a few BTS shots of her getting ready for Day 2 at the Cannes 2025 Film Festival. A shot of the hotel addressing her as "Dear Alia Kapoor" flashing on an LCD screen, which sparked speculations about the actress having legally changed her name.
Pink Villa
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Has Alia Bhatt legally become 'Alia Kapoor' post-marriage to Ranbir? Look at 6 Bollywood actresses who chose their husbands' surnames
Alia Bhatt recently left all her fans jaw-dropping with her gorgeous appearances at the Cannes 2025 Film Festival. The actress, who consistently manages to turn heads with her fashion sense, won many hearts with her global appearance. Even after the prestigious event is over, she is in the news yet again for something that happened at Cannes. The Gangubai Kathiawadi actress appears to have legally changed her name after marriage to Ranbir Kapoor, as evident in her latest blog, which provided an insight into her behind-the-scenes moments from the event. What is Alia Bhatt's new legal name? In a quick glimpse from her vlog, which gives an insight into her getting ready to slay the red carpet, eagle-eyed fans spotted a sweet welcome message. Alia Bhatt stood right in front of it in the clip, and the welcome note from the hotel read as, 'Dear Alia Kapoor'. This is a clear indication that the actress has now officially changed her name from Alia Bhatt to Alia Kapoor. Earlier, the actress had expressed her desire to adopt her husband's last name, Ranbir Kapoor, and add Kapoor to her name. But now with this change, we can only wait for her to officially announce it or see the credits of her next film. Which other Bollywood actresses have changed their names legally after marriage? Aishwarya Rai changed her name to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and this change is reflected in the film credits and official documents as well. The next one on this list is Kareena Kapoor, who adopted her husband's last name, Saif Ali Khan, and became Kareena Kapoor Khan officially. Sonam Kapoor has changed her name to Sonam Kapoor Ahuja on Instagram and in legal documents following her wedding to Anand Ahuja. Priyanka Chopra has officially changed her name to include the Jonas. This appears on every global performance she makes, every movie poster, and everywhere in tabloids. Shilpa Shetty too legally adopted hubby Raj Kundra's last name and became Shilpa Shetty Kundra legally. Genelia has also legally changed her name and is now known as Genelia Deshmukh.
