Tammy Hembrow, a well-known reality television star and social media influencer, is no stranger to controversy. Recently, she made headlines for sharing a scandalous image of herself at the beach wearing a “naked bikini” designed by the California brand, Minimale Animale. The revealing nature of the bikini has sparked a heated debate, with some supporting Hembrow’s choice and others criticizing it as too risqué.
Hembrow’s adoring fans were quick to show their support for her provocative photos. However, there were many detractors who accused her of being too racy. The “naked bikini” leaves little to the imagination, with its G-string bottom and tiny triangle bikini top. Some viewers were left wondering if there was anything there at all.
Hembrow shared the images on Instagram alongside the caption: “Tammy Hembrow x the Minimale Animale EUPHORIA launches tomorrow.” As the designer of the bikini, she was excited to share it with her fans and influence them to buy it. However, critics had already deemed the daring bikini “unwearable” due to its revealing nature.
One commentator on Daily Mail questioned the price, saying, “So how much is this piece of floss?”. Another quipped, “Lmao with this pic, you literally don’t even see the suit, all they’re selling is body.” Some readers even expressed disbelief at the cost, calling it a waste of money.
The design of the bikini requires “close contact” with the female body, making it ineligible for returns. Therefore, buyers must be sure of their size, as it cannot be exchanged. Despite the criticism, Hembrow seems satisfied with her purchase.
Opinions on the bikini flooded the comments section of Daily Mail. One reader advised Hembrow to save her money and visit a nudist beach instead. Another reader jokingly blamed Australia for the “Hembrow Phenomenon,” claiming it to be the result of a mutant Kardashian gene incubated in the country.
A perceptive viewer compared the bikini design to the story of the Emperor’s New Clothes, where the emperor parades around naked, believing he is donning the finest attire. The comparison serves as a critique of the bikini’s lack of coverage.
One American reader concluded that women will never be respected or taken seriously by men if they continue to dress in revealing clothing. The criticism raised the question: should the “naked bikini” be sold in stores?
What are your thoughts on this controversial bikini design? Should it be embraced or condemned?