Swimsuit shopping doesn’t have to be frustrating. Bring a girlfriend along, and make it fun. Below is a handy guide to help you determine which suit is right for you. Don’t forget these secrets: Avoid “stuff that makes you puff” like caffeine, alcohol and salt. Reach for fruit, veggies and water instead. A sarong can be your best friend and doubles as a little dress. Good posture also creates the illusion that you are several pounds thinner. So,push those shoulder blades together, keep your chin up and happy shopping. –mckenzie harris
Small Top
Try: Fringes, ruffles, & frills – Embellishments will create that optical illusion and pump up the volume.
Try: Triangle tops – This cut makes the twins stand out.
Try: Horizontal lines – Make your set look fuller.
Try: Plenty of padding – Demi cups are a great style to wear, plus they give the girls that extra “oomph.”
Bigger Booty
Try: Darker bottom with a lighter top – Dark bottoms have a slimming effect and minimize the look of your hips. But avoid tiny prints, even if they are dark.
Try: Boy shorts – You can still show off your curves, and a few extra inches of fabric will eliminate annoying wedgies.
Try: Bottoms with rings – Not only are ring details cute, but they keep your suit from riding up and exposing any extra junk in your trunk.
Try: A plunging neckline – This look draws attention to your top half and helps balance out your figure.
Try: Low-rise cut – Slim a curvy behind with bottoms that are set lower on the hips.
A Bit of a Belly
Try: An empire waist – Draws the eye up from the middle to the narrowest part of your shape.
Try: A belted one piece – Cinching your waist creates an hourglass, distracting from other unflattering curves.
Try: A cami top – The tankini gives just the right amount of coverage. Make sure it isn’t too tight and is long enough to cover any muffin top.
Try: Black color blocks – Forget sucking in. This clever combination does the work for you.
Busty
Try: Thick strapped halter – Flatters and secures your girls. Avoid spaghetti straps or strapless tops because they accentuate your top heavy chest in an unflattering way.
Try: A V-neck – This style shows just the right amount of cleavage and elongates your figure and minimizes the fullness of your assets.
Try: An underwire top– – Underwire is your bff! To minimize the chances of your top coming undone and your set popping out, find a top that ties in the back.
Try: Supportive wide band – This handy strip supports your pair when you’re active. Structure and support are crucial for busty girls.
