With summer comes sun, sand, and swimwear. Though it’s fun to frolic in the waves and take dips in crystal blue waters on our long-awaited summer getaways, sometimes feeling confident in your new bikini or reliable one-piece isn’t as always simple as it seems.
At SilkFred, we’re firm believers that everyone has beautiful, yet different, bodies – it’s just a case of learning how to find bikinis and swimsuits that work for your shape and taste. We’re here to help you look back on your summer round-up snaps and SMILE with a selection of figure-flattering, feel-good swimwear.
Best Swimwear For Pear-Shape Bodies
Sometimes, it’s all about balance. If you have a juicy pear-shaped body, you’re likely to be proportionally bottom-heavy, so to help balance your body out, we suggest adding more volume to the top and cinching in the waist.
Pear-shaped bodies tend to have breasts on the smaller side. For smaller busted (yet just as sexy) pears, strapless bandeau bikinis look amazing and help bring focus to the shoulders and upper body. If you want to add even more volume, padded bikini tops are great for emphasising your natural bust. As for bikini bottoms, high-waisted bikini briefs accentuate your waist and elongate your thighs effortlessly. Plus, they have that cute retro vibe going on.
Best Swimwear For Hourglass-Shape Bodies
There are no bikini types to avoid when shopping for swimsuits for an hourglass figure: the world really is your oyster. Triangle bikini tops work wonders with an hourglass shape and help highlight your upper body, as does a sexy strapless.
As for those naturally curvy hips, a simple tie bikini looks great. However, if you fancy putting more of a spotlight on what your mama gave you, then why not opt for some embellished bottoms? Bows, ruffles, and all the trimmings can really help add a little glamour to your beach day.
Best Swimwear For Apple-Shape Bodies
Apple bodies are just as cute as they sound. We suggest bringing attention to your legs and adding some curves and definition to your hips and waist. Structured, belted swimsuits are perfect for this – as they can really help cinch in your waist and add to your lower section. Opting for a paneled or ribbed one piece in an eye-catching design or colour will work just as well, too.
If you have wide shoulders that you’d rather not shine a light on, it’s probably best to avoid strapless bikini tops and swimsuits. Try a stylish halterneck for extra structure.
Best Swimwear For Rectangular Bodies
Rocking a rectangle body shape this summer? You can’t go wrong with a skimpy triangle bikini top – they’re perfect for adding a touch of femininity. A halter neck style is another classically flattering design on rectangle sand-covered babes.
As for the bottom half, a classic straight-across bikini bottom will help define your hips and thighs, as well as shine a spotlight on your beach bum.
Swimwear For Big Boobs
Blessed with big boobs? Good for you! The trick with finding flattering swimwear for larger busted ladies is all about lift and support. We want minimal nip slippage and maximum support, right? An underwired, supportive bikini top with soft cups will go a long way.
As for all-in-one swimming costumes, a wrap swimsuit does all the wonderful things a wrap dress does. Defines and supports. Basically, it holds all your bits and pieces in place whilst flattering your figure at the same time. Job done.
Swimwear For Small Boobs
Part of the iddy biddy you-know-what committee? You, ladies, are lucky enough to pull off the plunging neckline – and we wouldn’t recommend wasting that privilege this summer. If you have a small bust, a plunge swimsuit is unbelievably flattering, as well as effortlessly glamorous. Or, if you’d rather go for a two-piece number, a triangle bikini helps add a round shape to your bust.
Swimwear That Hides Your Tummy
Though there’s nothing wrong with a far-from-flat tummy, sometimes putting your tummy away for the day can help you feel more confident. High-waisted ruched bottoms cover up your tummy and smoothe out your figure.
You could even opt for a tummy control one–piece that’s specifically designed to keep your beach day bloating to a minimum. Opt for a funky colour or design and feel extra confident about your body.
Read our blog for more tips on how to stay stylish this summer.
