A maillot is a one-piece bathing suit typically made of spandex or nylon. TRUNKS are a type of bathing suit that are shorts, usually with an elastic waistband. A THONG is a type of bathing suit that is a small strip of fabric that covers the genitals and is held in place by strings. A BIKINI is a two-piece bathing suit consisting of a bra top and bottoms. A rudi is a type of one-piece bathing suit with a built-in skirt. Speedo is a brand of swimwear that is often used to refer to tight-fitting swimsuits. Straps are thin pieces of fabric that are used to hold up bathing suits.