Influencer Stuns in Controversial Barely-There Bikini

An Australian influencer has made waves after showcasing her extremely revealing swimwear. 

Model and social media sensation Julia Cavanagh recently shared an Instagram post in which she posed in a barely-there bikini during a trip to the Maldives. 

The 28-year-old stunned in the leopard print number from Tango Swim, which retails at $178, with the top and skimpy bottoms sold separately for $89 each. 

The Aussie swimwear label boasts that it provides 'luxe' swimwear for 'bold, confident women.'

Julia's followers were wowed by the bikini, which barely covered her bust and offered even less coverage below. 

'This is illegal,' joked one person in the comments section, while another said: 'This bikini is fire.'

'I love this bikini. You're beautiful, what a body!' one more admirer chimed in. 

Sydney-based Julia, who boasts 251,000 Instagram followers, is a model known for her travel blogs and fashion posts, and has posed for men's magazine FHM Australia. 

Reflecting on her success, Julia told FHM earlier this year: 'I just try to be myself and as authentic as possible! 

'My Instagram kind of blew up by accident during COVID. I still can't really explain it but I'm super grateful. 

'I try not to overthink anything I post and just have fun with it. I still can't believe I'm an "influencer" sometimes.'

Racy bikinis have been all the rage of late for influencers and everyday beachgoers alike.  

Once considered a niche or risqué choice for the boldest beachgoers and exotic locales, skimpy thong-style bikinis are more popular than ever.

Programs like Love Island, known for their sun-soaked villas and highly curated fashion, have helped normalise and .