When it comes to beachwear, many moms prefer to keep things modest—especially when chasing toddlers through the sand or playing in the surf. Practicality and comfort often take priority, with swimsuits that offer secure coverage and confidence.

There’s also the matter of body image. For some moms, the journey back to their pre-baby shape takes time, and they may feel more comfortable in styles that don’t reveal too much skin.

Then came the photos of Hembrow.

Captured from a side angle, one shot shows her glancing away, while in the other, she’s staring directly into the lens. But in both, one detail had viewers doing a double-take.

Where was the bikini?

It turns out, those barely-there strings crisscrossing her back were it. Yes—that was the swimsuit.

Curious? See the full images and reactions below.