Christopher Esber Swimwear: Orbit Bikinis, Beach Quartz and How to Choose
Christopher Esber Swimwear: Orbit Bikinis, Beach Quartz and How to Choose
Christopher Esber swimwear carries the same hardware as the ready-to-wear: brass orbit rings, prongs and polished stones holding ruched Lycra in place. The main families are the Ruched Orbit, Beach Quartz, Bandana, U Prong, Crescent and Rolled Up styles, sold as separates on Australian sizing that matches UK sizing.
Here is how the families differ. Shop them in designer swimwear and the Christopher Esber collection.
The swim families
| Family | What defines it | Top | Bottom |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruched Orbit | Ruched Lycra gathered through a brass orbit ring | bikini top | high brief |
| Beach Quartz | A polished stone set into the brass hardware | minuscule top | low brief |
| Bandana | The bandana print with orbit hardware | bandeau | brief |
| Crescent | Ruched with crescent hardware at the side | bandeau | side brief |
| Rolled Up | A rolled edge, no hardware | bralette | brief |
One-pieces and cover-ups
For more coverage there is the Crystal Pendant Ruched One Piece, and the U Prong Tee and Bandana Scarf Pareo Tee work as cover-ups over a bikini.
Sizing
Christopher Esber swim is cut on Australian sizing, which matches UK sizing, so an AU 8 is a UK 8. Tops and briefs are sold separately, so you can take a different size in each. See the Christopher Esber size guide.
Care
- Rinse in cool fresh water after the sea and the pool.
- Dry flat in the shade; sun and heat break down Lycra.
- Dry the brass and stone hardware with a soft cloth.
Pair swim with the water resistant Jo flip flop.
How to build a set
Because the tops and briefs are sold separately, you can mix the families. A few combinations that work:
- Most coverage: the Ruched Orbit High Brief with the Beach Quartz Halter Tank.
- Classic bikini: the Beach Quartz Minuscule Bikini Top with the Beach Quartz Low Brief.
- Print: the Bandana Ruched Orbit Bandeau with a plain black brief.
From the beach to lunch
Esber designs the swim to meet the ready-to-wear. Throw the U Prong Tee over a bikini, add a Palma flip flop and a raffia-effect Deia Raffia Tote, and the look holds for a long lunch. The Davies 99 sunglasses finish it.
Why the hardware matters
The orbit rings, prongs and stones do a job. They gather the Lycra and hold the shape where a tie would slip, which is why the ruching stays in place in the water. Dry the hardware after each swim so the brass keeps its finish.
Frequently asked questions
Does Christopher Esber swimwear run true to size?
The brand publishes no sizing correction for swim. It is cut on Australian sizing, which matches UK sizing, and tops and briefs are sold separately.
What is the Christopher Esber Beach Quartz bikini?
A bikini family with a polished stone set into the brass hardware, sold as a minuscule top, a halter top and low and high briefs.
Can I return Christopher Esber swimwear?
At Coveti, swimwear is final sale for hygiene reasons, so check the size guide before ordering.
How do you care for Christopher Esber swimwear?
Rinse in cool fresh water, dry flat in the shade and dry the hardware with a soft cloth.
Read next: Christopher Esber flip flops, Christopher Esber dresses, Christopher Esber size guide.
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