Tips to help you choose the perfect swimsuit for your body type – whether it’s your bust, tummy, hips, or shoulders:
If you have a large bust:
What to balance: A fuller chest that needs more support.
What to choose:
A supportive bikini top – like one with wide straps or side structure.
A triangle top with padding or extra support – offers coverage while maintaining a natural look.
Underwire bras – perfect for large busts, providing structure and comfortable weight distribution.
High-waisted bottoms – help balance proportions and enhance your silhouette.
If you have a small bust:
What to balance: A smaller chest you may want to emphasize.
What to choose:
Strapless or triangle tops – give the illusion of a fuller chest and create a trendy, youthful look.
Tops with embellishments or patterns – draw attention to the bust area.
Lightly padded tops – help add a bit more volume naturally.
If you want to minimize the appearance of your tummy:
What to balance: A less-flat tummy you’d like to downplay.
What to choose:
One-piece swimsuits with tummy control or ruching – naturally smooth the area.
High-waisted bikini bottoms – help conceal the tummy and offer a secure feeling.
Suits with vertical details or cutouts – draw the eye upward and create a slimming illusion.
If you have wider hips:
What to balance: Fuller hips that you’d like to downplay.
What to choose:
High-waisted bottoms – elongate the legs and smooth the area.
Bottoms with vertical lines or strapless cuts – visually lengthen and slim.
Eye-catching tops – draw attention to the upper body and balance your frame.
If you have broad shoulders:
What to balance: Shoulders that can appear too strong with the wrong design.
What to choose:
One-piece swimsuits with thin straps or open-back designs – soften and balance your silhouette.
Triangle tops or tops with thin straps – create a more delicate, balanced appearance.
Avoid wide straps or bold shoulder details – they might emphasize the width.
If you have a broad back or a heavier upper body:
What to balance: A strong upper body that needs softening.
What to choose:
One-piece swimsuits with low-cut backs – help balance your shape.
Bikinis with minimal tops and thin straps – create a lighter feel visually.
Avoid suits with embellishments or bold designs on the back – they can draw unnecessary attention.
If you have a straight body with few curves:
What to balance: A naturally less curvy figure.
What to choose:
Padded tops – help enhance the bust area.
High-cut or flat high-waisted bottoms – give the illusion of more curves.
One-pieces with cutouts or side detailing – define your waist and add shape.