Under $50 and Actually Cute: Lexi Rivera x Cupshe Reviewed
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February 28, 2026
By Michelle Vi
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She said she's 'no model'—turns out that's exactly why this collab works
Lexi Rivera said something that stuck with me: "I am by no means a model, but on that trip I definitely felt like one." Same girl, same. I've been in front of enough cameras to know that feeling — awkward until suddenly you're not.
Her Cupshe collab was shot at Kaʻaʻawa Beach in Hawaii. Wild coastline, no big resorts, just palm trees and lava rock. That's where she stopped pretending and actually started designing. Not just picking colors — pushing for prints, fixing silhouettes, the kind of control you don't get when you're just the face. (She's already working on her own swimwear brand, so this was practice.)
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35 pieces, $26-$47, XXS to XL. Leopard print — her obsession — mixed with marbled patterns and metallics. The kind of stuff that works because she actually wears swimwear daily, not just for campaigns.
Here are my 10 favorites:
Lexi Rivera x Cupshe: Prints That Break the Pattern
Lexi's leopard obsession is real — she literally said it's her favorite because it's "perfect when you're looking for something fun and different." (Her words, not mine.) But here's the thing: while she was busy perfecting those spots, she also snuck in some marbled swirls and geometric prints that hit different. The kind of patterns that make you do a double-take under a blazer in Paris.
Cupshe – X Lexi Rivera Catwalk Underwire Bikini Set
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Rivera called this her top pick. You can see why — the tan-and-brown leopard print hits that sweet spot between statement and wearable. Underwire that actually supports when you swim, not just pose. High-cut bottom with side straps that add edge without noise. Works with bronze jewelry or layered linen. Oversized shades, woven tote, done.
Cupshe – X Lexi Rivera Salt In My Hair Bikini Set
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This is actually my favorite. The print sits somewhere between animal and geometric — marbled swirls in beige and cream that read abstract up close, textured from far away. Not quite leopard, not quite lines. That in-between space where it feels expensive without trying to be.
The top looks like a bandeau but isn't. There's this rigid U-wire at the bust junction that gives it architecture — holds the sweetheart shape without collapsing. And the straps? Wide. Like, actually wide. None of those skinny strings that dig in. These sit properly on your shoulders.
The bottom matches the energy — high-cut, modern, minimal hardware. Clean lines that elongate the leg without screaming "look at me."
Throw on an unbuttoned linen shirt and low-slung denim. Done.
Cupshe – X Lexi Rivera Sunlit Underwire Bikini Set
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Under $30 for this detail is almost suspicious. Almost. Peachy-orange geometric print — retro, but geometric prints are everywhere right now. I'd wear this for beach volleyball — it would stay put. Gold jewelry, printed sarong. Looks like you know what you're doing, even if you're just holding a drink.
Cupshe – X Lexi Rivera Star Gaze Bikini Set
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That metal accent at the bust? The difference between "cute" and "where'd you get that?" Blue abstract print, coastal but not airport-gift-shop. Braided straps run top to bottom. Underwire that actually supports — rare at this price. Makes everyone look like they stepped off a boat. White crochet cover-up, espadrilles.
Lexi Rivera x Cupshe: The Statement One-Pieces
Cupshe – X Lexi Rivera On Island Time One-Piece Swimsuit
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Red one-pieces can go wrong — Baywatch, lifeguard, "look at me." This one doesn't. Keyhole sits higher than you'd think, so you get support and style. Gold chains do the jewelry work. Back is the surprise — low-cut with a tie that moves when you walk. I've worn this to beach dinners . No outfit change. That's the point.
Cupshe – X Lexi Rivera It's Giving Monokini Swimsuit
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Bronze metallic sounds scary. It's not. Basically the color of a good tan, so you look like you have one already. One-shoulder cut, waist cut-out that hits right. Chain detail feels intentional. Real bodies tried these on. Matching sarong, woven tote. Glow without trying.
Cupshe – X Lexi Rivera On My Feed Monokini Swimsuit
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Black monokinis are everywhere. This one earns it. Twisted knot connects shoulder to high-cut bottom — sculptural without trying. Back ties at mid-back, so no hardware digging in. Cut-out flatters exactly where you want. White shirt, big sunglasses. Chic, minimal. Makes prints feel unnecessary.
Lexi Rivera x Cupshe: Solid Colors, Bold Energy
Cupshe – X Lexi Rivera Sunkissed Moment Bikini Set
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Orange crochet sounds like a lot. It is. Texture without weight — key for packing light. Halter ties at back, finally adjustable. Charm detail on bottom, branded without shouting. For when you want to look like you're having more fun. Straw hat, woven bag, slides. Instagram-ready without looking staged.
Cupshe – X Lexi Rivera Good & Peachy Bikini Set
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Pearl details can get twee. These don't. Peach-pink — sun-kissed but "I actually slept." Ruched cups, pearls at center and sides feel like jewelry. Beach-to-brunch. Matching cover-up, strappy sandals. Coordinated without looking like you tried.
Cupshe – X Lexi Rivera Beach Bronze Bikini Set
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Golden tan — the neutral you didn't know you needed. Ruched bandeau, dimension without padding. Photographs well, which matters. Goes with everything: olive, white, prints. Most versatile piece. Linen button-down, wide hat. Polished. Done.
These solid-color sets prove that print isn't required to create impact—texture, color saturation, and thoughtful details like pearl beads and gathered fabric can carry just as much visual weight on their own.
Conclusion
The kind of swimwear that works anywhere. Rivera's pieces have that energy — the kind you don't save for vacation. Leopard print peeking from under a trench coat. Metallic bronze under a sheer dress at golden hour. These aren't costumes for the beach. They're clothes for people who live in warm places, or wish they did. $26 to $47. XXS to XL. Go chase the feeling — wherever you find it.