Wondering what are the most flattering swim suits for your body type? We have got you covered!
In this post we are not only matching right swimsuits with body types, we also help you pick the most flattering swimsuits that will work with the issues you are concerned about your body type.
Because even though there are just 4 body types and everyone is going to give you a swim wear matching that, we know as a woman our body is just that. Some of us have bigger bust, bigger hips, or small chests and thick thighs and so on.
And we need to find swim suits that work for them.
In this post we will help you pick swimsuit for your body type.
I will start this with the preface that Lady, you do you! If you like to wear something, absolutely wear it. And wear it with confidence.
But if you want to look your best and looking for suggestions, these are my best recommendations based on my own experience and what I have observed over the years of wearing and staring at women with swimwear.
Swimsuit for Straight Figure
A lot of women including myself fall on this category. And while this is the best body type for rocking swimsuits, you do tend to look boxy pretty quickly.
So, I would recommend the swim wear that are the most appropriate and what to avoid. And I will also share a shot of me wearing the wrong swimwear. (maybe)
A lot of you will object to not wearing high waisted bikinis. I used to be on the same boat. But they actually make you look boxier because they do not ad any waist definition. They in fact hide your waist.
If you have a straight figure, you already have broader shoulders that are as wide as your hip. So, wearing anything like a puff sleeve or ruffles on the shoulder will enhance them. And this will make you broader up top.
And string bikinis also do the same thing, they don’t add any definition to your hips.
Opting for regular bikinis with wide bands is the best style to showcase your body and look great in it.
- Low Waisted Bikinis
- Thick Shoulder Strap Bikinis
- Waist Cut Out Swimsuits
- High Cut Swimsuits
- One Shoulder Swimsuits
- High Waisted Bikini Bottoms
- String Bikini Bottoms
- Ruffles On Shoulder Swimsuits
- Swim shorts
- Sports Swim Top
Swimsuit for Pear Shape Figure
I envy ladies with pear shape figure because that’s what we all are trying to achieve with a bigger bottom. But again, not all swimsuits look good on an apple shape body.
You are heavier at the bottom and small at the top. So, anything that makes your bottom look bigger, will make you appear out of shape.
But because you have smaller proportion at the top you can wear some fun stuff.
- String Bikinis
- Thin Strap Swimsuits
- Cut Out Swimsuits
- Sporty Swimsuits
- Mid Waisted Swimsuits
- Thick Strap Low Waisted Bikinis
- Halterneck Swim Tops
- Ruffled Swim Bottoms
- Swim shorts
Swimsuit for Triangle Shape Figure
Triangle Body type is much more athletic and boyish. And the biggest challenge is to add curves to your body. Almost all swimsuits will look great in this shape.
But if you want to create a curve, you need to make sure your bottoms are not as skimpy because they will make your hips look even smaller. This will make you look like a triangle.
The goal will be to wear heavier bottoms and smaller tops.
Here are some of our best swim wear recommendations.
- Triangle Bikini Tops
- High Waisted Bikinis
- Front Cut Out Swimsuits
- Swim Shorts
- Mid Waisted Swimsuits
- String Bikinis
- Thong Bikinis
- Sporty Swim Tops
- Lots of Frills and Stuff
Swimsuit for Hourglass Shape Figure
The best shape for all sorts of swimsuits. If you have this body type, you can try all kind of swimsuits including high waisted bikinis.
Then the whole goal would be to figure out what color looks great on you or what styles look the best on you.
The only swimsuit I would say not to wear are the sporty kinds. Because why not wear something more flattering and flaunt that look lady.
- Triangle Bikini Tops
- Mid Waisted Bikinis
- Front Cut Out Swimsuits
- String Bikinis
- Cut Out Swimsuits
- Swim Shorts
- Swim Skirts
- Ruffled Swim wear
Swimsuits For Large Bust
If you have large busted a swimsuit is going to be tough to fit. Because there are no body shape specific to large busted women. It’s best to go for separates with bikini top and bottoms.
And go for swim tops that are for large bust sizes.
In terms of style, picking something with bust support is the best option. This way you feel confident and stylish.
There is no need to hide them completely by wearing swim tanks.
Bikini tops with thicker straps look more flattering than string style. And wired style looks really chic.
- Triangle Bikini Tops
- Mid Waisted Bikinis
- Front Cut Out Swimsuits
- String Bikinis
- Cut Out Swimsuits
- Swim Shorts
- Swim Skirts
- Ruffled Swim wear
Swimsuits For Small Bust
You don’t have to make your small bust look bigger by wearing all those weird push up style bikini tops. If you want to, go for it. But I always feel like you should be proud of your body.
And there are plenty of styles of bikinis and swimsuits you can wear.
Plunging neckline swim wear are perfect for you. Because you don’t have to stress about boob support.
String style triangle bikini top will also look really chic. And if you want more support, you can wear sporty bikini tops.
- Triangle Bikini Tops
- Front Cut Out Swimsuits
- V Neck Swim Tops
- Thick Strap Swim Tops
- Ruffled Bottoms
- Rounded Swim Tops {Gapping}
- Padded Swim Tops
Swimsuits For Belly Pooch
If you have a belly pooch and thinking of what swim wear that will look flattering? We have got your back.
Before I share this, we are all human, and our bodies are not as perfect as those models you see on the runway. So, don’t beat yourself up for this. But there are some swimsuits you can wear to cover that up.
Don’t wear high waisted bikini bottoms. This not only makes your pooch prominent, it will be uncomfortable too.
Using swimsuits with patterns is a great way of hiding that belly pooch. I love stripes or busy prints because they are distracting.
You can also pick swimsuits with built in shape wear or ruching that give the illusion of a flatter tummy.
- Waist Ruched Swimsuits
- Patterned Swimsuits
- Front Cut Out Swimsuits
- Swimsuits with side waist cut out
- Mid Waisted Swimsuits
- High Waisted Bikinis
- String Bikinis
- Thong Bikinis
- Sporty Swim Tops
- Lots of Frills and Stuff
Swimsuits For Big Thighs
Everyone is looking for big thigh tiny waist including my teen. But if you are conscious or want to enhance it, checkout the best swimsuits.
Wearing swim shorts or skirts are only going to make you feel bulkier at the bottom. Instead go for mid waisted high briefs that adds to the curve.
But going for extremely skimpy bikinis will also enhance those thick thighs. The goal will be to pick a flattering shade of bikini bottoms that are creating a waist definition to balance everything.
You can also wear high cut swimsuits that show off those thighs and curves together if bikinis are not your style.
- High Cut Swimsuits
- Swimsuits with thicker waist bands
- Mid Waisted Swimsuits
- High Waisted Bikinis
- String Bikinis
- Thong Bikinis
Swimsuits For Long Torso
If you have a long torso, you are lucky because you will look the best in swimsuits with that elongated body. But if you are wondering what would be the best swim wear that will look flattering on you, then we are getting you covered.
Wearing really skimpy bikinis can make your torso look even longer. So, go for some substantial fabric pieces.
You can actually rocky high waisted bikinis because you have the room. But make sure that your swim top is not too long.
You can also pick swim shorts if you are looking for modest swim wear.
- High Cut Swimsuits
- High Waisted Bikinis
- Mid Waisted Swimsuits
- One Piece With High Cut
- String Bikinis
- Barely there swim wear
- Midrif cut out swimwear (Won't be comfortable to wear)
