.: Apple Shape :.
Waist Not, Want Not
So you don't have an hourglass figure. If you're lacking in the nipped-in waist department or are just carrying a little extra post-hibernation padding around the middle, keep in mind that you've got everything above and below your midline to use to your advantage.
Keep the eyes moving: A suit with a plunging neckline, like Old Navy's tropical O-ring suit, will draw attention upwards (hey, sometimes you have to use the girls as a diversion tactic). The big, busy pattern will leave your admirers nothing to single out and focus on--except the complete, beautiful package, of course. And the overall, funky print of this Giraffe keyhole halter one-piece will keep focus on your edgy sense of style -- which is where the attention should always be, of course.
Use texture to create a waist: Ruching, shirring or intricate patterns at the waistline have an instant slimming effect. A glam Grecian style plunge suit with ruching at the midriff is reminiscent of Old Hollywood, where mega curves were all the rage.
.: Pear Shape :.
Hip, Hip, Hooray
There are plenty of songs out there that glorify the, ahem, assets of having a little extra booty. But if showing off the junk in your trunk isn't your thing, look for suits that take your top half center stage.
Run for cover: Concealing a less-than-slender lower half doesn't have to mean donning a grandma-esque swimdress. Too much coverage can actually have the opposite effect, acting like a magnifying glass for your problem areas. But a sleek swimskirt like the one on this feisty red halter skirtini won't make you look like you belong on a 1930s water ballet team. Pick a dark-colored Essential swim skirt from the Gap to morph all your suits into pear-friendly pieces.
Put your best chest forward: Don't want people looking down? Make 'em look up with a contrasting patterned bikini. This Tyler Rose suit is perfect for drawing attention upwards with a fun, flirty bandeau top and polka-dot bottom. A solid band of color under the plunging bust on Aerin Rose's bright paisley tankini has a similar effect, giving the eyes something to focus on up top while downplaying it downstairs.
.: Boy Shape :.
Flat Out Foxy
For you less-than-curvy gals, filling out a swimsuit is tops on your list of to-dos. While some may envy your slender hips and barely-there bust, you long for that extra oomph that's practically required of properly rocking sexy swimwear.
Fake a girly shape: Boy-shaped ladies, take note: the monokini was built just for you. Cutout suits are actually shaped like hourglasses, and with your rectangular frames, you can pull that off better than any already-curvy girl. The artsy graphic print on this Urban Outfitters' monokini only serves to up the chick factor and prove that you're better off in something skimpy than in board shorts. For a more feminine print, opt for the Bianca monokini by Brette Sandler in romantic lavender.
Boost your bust: Create a bustline where there is none with an optical illusion of sorts. The hypnotic stripes and halter cut on this Lisa Curran bikini create the appearance of a fuller chest, while the itty-bitty bikini bottoms are a style only not-so-curvy gals can pull off.
.: Inverted Triangle Shape :.
Bust a Move
Some people would consider you lucky for being built like Barbie. But if you've had to use the phrase "My eyes are up here " one too many times for your liking, you need to pick swimwear that balances bust with bottom half and forces focus on the whole shebang rather than your curvy top half alone.
Shoot from the hip: The belt detail and solid colored bottoms on the Tiny Bubbles tankini draw attention downward your narrow hips instead of your burgeoning bust. A mini pattern doesn't overwhelm and won't stretch in unflattering ways, and with cups sized especially for D and DD divas, this versatile two-piece is built for busty babes.
Separate the Twins: The best option for bustier gals is to find a suit that supports and gives definition to your bust. The last thing you want is one large uni-boob (so bandeau tops are definitely out!). The Piano Bar halter bikini by C Collection is perfect for triangle shapes because its design separates and defines the chest, while its sleek black color works as the perfect minimizer.
Take it to the experts: Trusting your bust to the masters of underwire is always a good idea. The Freya Swim bikini top is sized to fit just like your favorite bra, with adjustable neck and back straps and structured cups. Pair with the Vodkatini boy short to balance out your figure, and draw attention toward your bottom half.
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