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WATER THEY THINKING?

Nearly-naked swimsuit is mocked for its VERY impractical design – and don’t even get us started on the tan lines

THE SUMMER may be coming to an end but the trend for wacky swimming costumes certainly isn’t, as this bizarre one piece proves.

The bright orange swimsuit by Australian designer Karen Hurley features a cut-out flower design on the stomach.

 Australian designer Karen Hurley has launched this cut-out swimsuit
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Australian designer Karen Hurley has launched this cut-out swimsuitCredit: Karen Hurley

The reverse of the costume has a low-cut back and a high rise finish, giving minimal coverage to the wearer’s rear.

Priced at £55 ($99 AUD) the Liana swimsuit is also available in black and white as well as the bright tangerine shade.

The designer shared a snap of the piece on her Instagram account on Monday, but not everyone was convinced by the risqué one piece.

“Interesting tan lines!” said one, while another added “Imagine the tan lines in this!”

 The reverse of the costume features a low-cut back and a thong
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The reverse of the costume features a low-cut back and a thongCredit: Karen Hurley
  • Liana one piece, £55, Karen Hurley -

However, other shoppers were quick to praise the swimwear, with it receiving exclusively five star reviews online.

One happy customer wrote: “So sexy! So different! Love it!

“If my chest would have been a little bigger I would if had problems so I would love if you guys add extra large sizes to the site.

 The risque onepiece is available in three colours
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The risque onepiece is available in three coloursCredit: Karen Hurley
 While some were concerned about tan lines others said it was their favourite swimming costume ever
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While some were concerned about tan lines others said it was their favourite swimming costume everCredit: Karen Hurley

“But this suit is amazing I’m counting down the days till vacation.”
A second said: “This is my favorite swimsuit Ive ever owned! The orange colour is a gorgeous colour, looks much nicer than the photos.

“The fabric is thick and good quality and is very supportive in the bust area. I was worried they might fall through the holes lol.

“This really is a showstopper swimsuit, looking forward to wearing it on my next vacay.”

This is not the first swimsuit to cause a stir this summer.

Earlier this year we told you about the 'skinny-dipping' bikini that claims 'you'll get no more dodgy tan lines' but it does give the illusion you're naked.

And this model's racy bum-flashing bikini snap left fans giggling thanks to her dodgy tan lines.

Model wears tiny bikini that leaves her looking NAKED from behind to celebrate her 34th birthday