Bikini 👙

The bikini emoji displays a two-piece swimsuit in bright, eye-catching colors—typically red, blue, or tropical hues—with the top and bottom pieces distinctly visible. The design captures the iconic silhouette of this classic beachwear, often with patterns or shading that gives it visual appeal and dimension.

People use this emoji for beach trips, pool parties, vacations, and summer fun. It's the go-to when packing for tropical getaways or discussing swimwear fashion. Beyond the literal, it carries associations with relaxation, vacation mode, and carefree summer energy. On social media, it appears in vacation photos, beach day announcements, and summer aesthetic posts.

The bikini has become a cultural touchstone—from its controversial 1946 debut to its evolution as a symbol of body freedom and beach culture. It's far more commonly used in emoji communication than one-piece swimsuits, reflecting its dominance in popular culture. The emoji works equally well whether you're genuinely discussing swimwear or using beach/summer as metaphor for escapism and joy.

Approved as part of Unicode 0.6 in 2010 and included in early emoji sets, the bikini was among the original fashion-related emojis, predating many modern clothing additions. It remains one of the most recognizable clothing emojis across platforms.