O'Neill Saltwater Solids Hermosa 2024 Bottom
Built for the Beach, Made to Last
The O'Neill Saltwater Solids Hermosa Bottom is a tanga-cut bikini bottom engineered for women who want a sleek, minimal look at the water. Clean solid construction keeps the focus on fit and movement, while the center back seam contours to the body for a more tailored feel than a flat-cut panel can deliver.
O'Neill has shaped California surf and swim culture since 1952, and the Saltwater Solids collection reflects that heritage: no-fuss design, reliable stretch, and materials that hold up in salt water, pool water, and sun.
Recycled Fabric, Real Performance
The Hermosa Bottom is constructed from 82% Recycled Polyamide and 18% Elastane Tactel. Recycled polyamide delivers the same durability and chlorine resistance as virgin nylon, with the added benefit of diverting waste from landfills. Elastane Tactel is a fine, silky-hand stretch fiber that returns to shape after every session, keeping the fit consistent whether you are paddling out or lounging poolside.
The clean finish on the edges means no raw hems or bulky seams to irritate skin or catch under a wetsuit. The result is a bottom that sits smooth under a rashguard or stands on its own at the beach.
Fit and Coverage
The Hermosa cut is a tanga style: more coverage than a thong, less than a full brief. The skimpy rear gives a minimal tan-line footprint while the center back seam keeps the bottom centered and prevents the fabric from riding or shifting during activity. The waistband sits at a low-to-mid hip position consistent with the Saltwater Solids silhouette.
Use the size picker to find your fit. O'Neill sizing follows standard women's swim proportions and the Tactel elastane content provides enough recovery to accommodate a range within any given size.
Care
Rinse in cold fresh water after every use. Hand wash or machine wash on a gentle cycle in cold water with mild detergent. Lay flat to dry away from direct sunlight. Avoid wringing, bleach, and tumble drying to preserve the recycled polyamide fibers and elastane stretch.
The Saltwater Solids Collection
The Saltwater Solids line strips swimwear down to its essentials: solid fabric, precise cuts, and construction that performs. Every piece in the collection is designed to mix and match across tops and bottoms, so the Hermosa Bottom pairs cleanly with any Saltwater Solids top or with other solid O'Neill swim pieces in your rotation. Shop Island Water Sports in store and online for the full Saltwater Solids lineup.
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Specifications
- Brand
- O'Neill
- Collection
- Saltwater Solids
- Cut
- Tanga
- Coverage
- Skimpy rear
- Construction
- Center back seam, clean finish
- Fabric
- 82% Recycled Polyamide, 18% Elastane Tactel
- Gender
- Women's
- Category
- Bikini Bottoms
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Hermosa cut?
- The Hermosa is a tanga-style bikini bottom. It offers more rear coverage than a thong but less than a full brief, with a skimpy rear profile and a center back seam that contours to the body for a fitted, centered fit.
- What fabric is the Saltwater Solids Hermosa Bottom made from?
- It is made from 82% Recycled Polyamide and 18% Elastane Tactel. Recycled polyamide provides durability and chlorine resistance comparable to virgin nylon, while Elastane Tactel is a fine stretch fiber that keeps the bottom returning to shape after every wear.
- Is the Hermosa Bottom good for swimming and surfing?
- Yes. The center back seam keeps the bottom in place during movement, and the elastane content provides recovery so the fabric does not bag out in the water. The clean-finish edges also sit smoothly under a rashguard or wetsuit.
- How should I care for the O'Neill Saltwater Solids Hermosa Bottom?
- Rinse in cold fresh water after each use. Hand wash or machine wash on a gentle cycle in cold water with mild detergent. Lay flat to dry away from direct sunlight. Do not wring, bleach, or tumble dry.
- Does the Hermosa Bottom match other O'Neill Saltwater Solids pieces?
- Yes. The Saltwater Solids collection is designed so tops and bottoms in the line mix and match. The solid fabric and consistent colorways across the collection make it straightforward to pair the Hermosa Bottom with any Saltwater Solids top.
- Where can I buy the O'Neill Saltwater Solids Hermosa Bottom?
- The Hermosa Bottom is available at Island Water Sports in store and online. Island Water Sports is your South Florida source for O'Neill swim and surf.
- Is the Saltwater Solids Hermosa Bottom made with recycled materials?
- Yes. The primary fabric is 82% Recycled Polyamide, which is polyamide (nylon) fiber produced from reclaimed waste materials. It performs the same as conventional nylon in terms of durability and stretch retention.