Swimsuit season, you gotta love it. Regardless of how wonderful our body is, we still struggle to find the confidence and courage to step outside in a swimsuit. A good swimsuit can make all the difference. A well designed and fitting swimsuit can turn your attitude around. Here are 15 tips to find flattering swimwear for different body types.
- Look for a swimsuit that is in a nice solid fabric. Flimsy fabrics not only don’t last very long, they don’t cling to your body and baggy doesn’t flatter. It just makes you look bigger.
- Dark colors slim your body. Look for blues, blacks, purples and even burgundy.
- If you have a large bust, make sure your swimsuit has the support you need.
- Choose swimsuits that flatter your assets and conceal those parts of your body that are not necessarily your strong points.
- If you have large hips and thighs, look for a swimsuit with a skirt or look for a high cut leg. The longer leg will help your legs and rear end appear slimmer.
- For a less than flat midsection, choose a swimsuit with ruching across the midsection. It will give the appearance of a waist and conceal any potential bulges.
- Look for a swimsuit that offers control in the areas you need it – at least 15% spandex.
- Always look for a swimsuit that is lined, particularly if the suit is a lighter color. There’s nothing worse than a see through swimsuit!
- One pieces flatter all body types.
- Generally, tankinis are not as flattering as you may think they are. A one piece can hug your curves, flatter and conceal at the same time. A tankini generally just covers up.
- Lines create optical illusions. Want your flat chest to look bigger? Get horizontal lines across your swimsuit top. Want your rear end to look smaller? Consider vertical lines or a solid print.
- If you’re slim and want to add a bit of volume, consider a swimsuit in a lighter color or a reflective material.
- Enhance a thick waist with a belt
- Enhance a small chest with a padded top or a push up style top.