I am not sure if it's actually illegal but it's certainly frowned upon. You can wear what you like, as small as you like, as long as there is something there preserving your modesty, even if very little is left to the imagination. As I understood, from good carioca (people from Rio) friends, it's very 'low class' to be topless and have a 100% tan. That's something for the ladies of the night...

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There's a fantastic bikini shop in Ipanema called Bum Bum! Best beach wear ever! Not recommended for anyone over a size 12 however - the sizes are tiny. Rio's beaches are pretty posey so it's good to fit in.

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