Two words bring women anxiety like no other: swimsuit shopping. It’s easy to feel like you don’t measure up to the unrealistic standards set by swimsuit models in catalogs and advertisements. With summer quickly approaching, now’s the perfect time to change your approach to finding the best swimsuit for your figure. Step one: Approach swimsuit shopping with confidence. Embrace what you love about your body and put it on full display. Next, look for a swimsuit that’s specifically suited to flatter your body type. Small bust? Wear ruffled tops with abandon. Love your hips? Flaunt your curves in a one-piece suit with a high cut on the legs. And always remember, EVERY body is a beach body.
If you’re ready to conquer beach season once and for all, check out these 10 tips for finding your best swimsuit yet.
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Curvy
In the words of Beyoncé, if you got it, flaunt it. Accentuate your curves in a bikini with a built-in balconette bra and a waist-cinching bottom.
Lane Bryant Longline Bikini Top With Built-In Balconette Bra ($64.50) and Printed Swim Brief ($54.50) at Lane Bryant
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Curvy
ASOS Curve Mix and Match Mono Palm Print Longline Bikini Top ($26) and Mix and Match Mono Palm Print High Waist Bikini Bottom ($26) at ASOS
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Curvy
Swim Sexy The Madame Yacht Cruise Underwire Bikini, $58.80 at swimsuitsforall
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Curvy
Lane Bryant Multi-Way Swim Tank With Built-In Bandeau Bra ($68.50) and Convertible High-Waist Swim Brief ($56.50) at Lane Bryant
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Curvy
Torrid Geo Print Tie Front Bikini Top ($51.37) and Geo Print High Waist Swim Bottom ($28.87) at Torrid
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Boy Shaped
With a boy-shaped frame, you can pile on the flirty details. Look for sexy design elements, like fringe necklines, low-sitting ties on the hips and cut-outs that create a sexy silhouette.
Voda Swim Spearmint Envy Push Up Fringe Monokini, $116.45 at Couture Candy
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Boy Shaped
Somedays Lovin Coco Lace One Piece, $119 at Shopbop
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Boy Shaped
Kopper & Zink Gomez One Piece, $220 at Shopbop
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Boy Shaped
Vix Krishna Luca Cutout Printed Halterneck Swimsuit, $185 at Net-a-Porter
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Boy Shaped
Topshop Lattice Front Halter One-Piece Swimsuit, $52 at Nordstrom
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Apple
For apple shapes, there's no shortage of swimsuits with built-in tummy control. Go a step further and look for colorblock bottoms that will give the illusion of a defined waist.
Magicsuit Yves Halter Neck One-Piece Swimsuit, $148 at Nordstrom
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Apple
TAVIK Chase Colorblock One-Piece Swimsuit, $120 at Nordstrom
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Apple
La Perla Corniche Appliquéd Swimsuit, $255 at Net-a-Porter
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Apple
Lane Bryant Printed High-Neck One-Piece Swimsuit, $89.95 at Lane Bryant
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Apple
Seafolly Block Party Diamond Splice Swimsuit, $144 at ASOS
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Small Bust
Small chest? Ruffle details are your best friend. And take advantage of this season's off-the-shoulder trend with a sultry, revealing top.
Free People x Beach Riot Summer Bikini Top ($92) and Nikki Bikini Bottom ($48) at Free People
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Small Bust
Marysia Swim Antibes Scallop Bikini Top ($136) and Antibes Scallop Bikini Bottoms ($136) at Shopbop
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Small Bust
Lisa Marie Fernandez Leandra Patchwork Stretch-Denim Bandeau Bikini, $400 at Net-a-Porter
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Small Bust
River Island Blue Frilly Asymmetric Bikini Top ($32) and Blue Strappy Bikini Bottoms ($24) at River Island
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Small Bust
Zimmermann Eden Frill Bikini Set, $265 at Revolve
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Large Bust
If your cup runneth over, don't be afraid to show off a little cleavage. Opt for swimsuits with thick straps or halter tops for added support.
ASOS Fuller Bust Ombre Palm Print Soft Twist Plunge Bikini Top ($30) and Ombre Palm Print Brazilian Bikini Bottom ($23) at ASOS
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Large Bust
Motel Turtle Bikini Top ($36) and Sand Bikini Bottom ($33) at Urban Outfitters
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Large Bust
Norma Kamali Halter Bra ($175) and Super Low Rise Bill Bottom ($175) at Norma Kamali
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Large Bust
Zara V-Neck Swimsuit, $35.90 at Zara
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Large Bust
Zimmermann Realm Paisley-Print Triangle Bikini, $285 at Net-a-Porter
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Junk in the Trunk
Two words: High-cut bottoms. If you have curves that could rival J.Lo's, make a bold and sexy statement in a one-piece or bikini that leaves little to the imagination.
Nasty Gal Alina Swimsuit, $78 at Nasty Gal
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Junk in the Trunk
TAVIK Alexis One-Piece Swimsuit, $110 at Urban Outfitters
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Junk in the Trunk
American Apparel Printed Crisscross Overall One-Piece Swimsuit, $45 at American Apparel
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Junk in the Trunk
Lilliput and Felix Rosa Bandeau Bikini Top ($100.58) and Rosa Ribbon Bikini Briefs ($86.21) at Lilliput and Felix
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Junk in the Trunk
ASOS T Back High Leg Plunge Swimsuit, $26 at ASOS
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Small Derrière
If you're not so well-endowed in the rear area, mix-and-match bikinis are your savior. Go neutral on top and choose prints, fringe, floral appliqués and stripes on the bottom to help give the illusion of a curvier frame.
Out From Under Strappy Printed Bikini Bottom, $38 at Urban Outfitters
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Small Derrière
Triangl Coco Bright Young Thing, $89 at Triangl
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Small Derrière
Zimmermann Alchemy Crochet-Knit and Leopard-Print Triangle Bikini, $195 at Net-a-Porter
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Small Derrière
Forever 21 Strappy Bandeau Bikini Top ($14.90) and Strappy Cheeky Bikini Bottoms ($12.90) at Forever 21
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Small Derrière
MIKOH Monaco Bandeau Bikini Top ($112) and Hanalei Bikini Bottom ($112) at Barneys
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Long Torso
High-waisted swimsuits were practically made for you. Invest in a retro-inspired bikini bottom that hits right above the navel.
Torrid Striped Bikini Top ($47.95) and Striped High Waist Swim Bottom ($28.87) at Torrid
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Long Torso
Anna Sui Rosa Mexicana Printed Halterneck Bikini, $175 at Net-a-Porter
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Long Torso
Bower Oh Cheri Bikini, $238 at FWRD
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Long Torso
Solid & Striped The Belle Top ($78) and The Bridget Bottom ($78) at Solid & Striped
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Long Torso
Nasty Gal Rock Candy Plunging Bikini Top ($58) and Rock Candy High-Waisted Bikini Bottom ($48) at Nasty Gal
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Short Torso
Elongate your frame in a low-slung bikini bottom that gives the impression of a taller torso.
Forever 21 Metallic Triangle Bikini Top ($9.90) and Metallic Low-Rise Bikini Bottoms ($9.90) at Forever 21
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Short Torso
Triangl Marley Rainforest Romance, $89 at Triangl
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Short Torso
Melissa Odabash Barcelona Bandeau Top ($110) and Barcelona Hipster Bottom ($110) at Everything But Water
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Short Torso
L*Space Haute Tank Bikini Top ($84) and Charlie Bikini Bottoms ($84) at Shopbop
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Short Torso
MIKOH Kapa’a Paneled Slip On Bikini Top ($112) and Lahaina Extra Skimpy Bottom ($78) at Revolve
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Athletic
Show off your toned figure in a string bikini that leaves little to the imagination. Embrace feminine flourishes that add a touch of charm.
Shoshanna Neon Ruffle Bikini Top ($99) and Neon Ruffle Bikini Bottoms ($64.40) at Shopbop
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Athletic
Milly Solid Swim Amalfi Colorblock Bikini Top ($100) and Solid Swim Amalfi Colorblock Bikini Bottoms ($95) at Shopbop
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Athletic
Chromat Arc Top ($132) and Cutout Bottom ($98) at Chromat
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Athletic
Lilibon Swimwear Fanny Top ($99) and Fanny Bottom ($99) at Lilibon Swimwear
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Athletic
She Made Me Essential Bikini Top ($120) and Essential Cheeky Bikini Bottom ($85) at Barneys
