I bought a thong swimsuit, is it too daring?

Actually, string bikinis are very trendy right now. Highlighting the shoulder details is natural from a design perspective, but if your discomfort is a concern, it's important to test the areas where you feel comfortable. Wearing daring outfits on the beach is entirely a personal choice; if you feel pressured at any moment, you can carry alternative options with you.

If it feels 'too revealing', I suggest taking a pareo with you. It looks stylish and provides comfort as well. It may also vary depending on the beach you are going to; if you are planning for a quieter beach, you can wear it comfortably without standing out.

From a man's perspective, I'll say it like this: a swimsuit like that definitely grabs attention, no lies there. But will everyone's eyes be on you? Maybe for a moment. If you're comfortable, go for it, I say. We guys sometimes exaggerate, after all, it's just a swimsuit.

Actually, the pareo suggestion makes sense; I can do that. While talking with my friend, the only thing we were thinking was 'Am I comfortable?' but the beach environment affects that too, of course. I might need to think more about the place I'm going.

I think string bikinis are actually made for certain body types. I read somewhere that it wouldn’t look good if you don’t have a tall and slim figure. You have to know the claim in advance. Maybe, like everything, it varies by model... Or am I wrong? 🤔

I think if you're thinking this much, either you don't fully trust your friend or that "ambitious" comment got to you a bit. It's totally normal to put something on and take it off at the beach. But your friend's comment seems like it might have muted your reservations a bit.