Sexy swimwear to flatter YOUR figure!
Not everyone is built like a supermodel, with a narrow waist, long legs and pert derriere. But who says you shouldn't try to look your best? A flattering cut will have all your insecurities melting away with just the right amount of coverage -- or less of it, whatever works best.
In the following pages, we bring you just what you need -- advice on what to pick before you step out poolside or by the sea, so pay close attention!
Being top heavy isn't all it's cracked up to be -- just ask the ladies who have to play down their assets all the time because they're always the centre of attention!
If you've got a big bustline, here's what you need to do -- first off, choose swimwear with support. Underwire is always preferable and so are sturdy straps, because they will provide that support and prevent you from jiggling about.
A one-piece, fitted swimsuit (particularly a strapless) will also meet your needs -- it will have a minimising effect on your bust.
When it comes to bikinis, choose darker colours on top, as they don't draw as much attention -- and if you want a touch of brightness, a small print is preferable. Stay away from larger ones and particularly stripes!
Image: If you've got a large bust, opt for underwire support and small prints
Being flat-chested is as much of a problem for women as being top-heavy, but there's no need to fret. There's plenty you can do about it!
First off, you should stick to a two-piece as far as possible -- a bikini, that is, not a tankini. And you can jump up a cup-size or two with a little tasteful padding (the key word being 'tasteful', you don't want to look like you've stuffed yourself with socks!). There are plenty of swimsuits in the market that are produced with that end in mind.
We get it, you don't want to look too wide at the top, like a man strutting around. But if you're broad-shouldered, your big bone structure on top can be a touch masculine, so here's a solution.
Accentuate one shoulder -- and that's best done with a one-sided, single strap swimsuit. Bikini, tankini or one-piece, that's your call.
Wide straps will also serve to balance out your broadness, as will a square neckline.
Moreover, draw the attention away from your shoulders to your hips with striking bikini bottoms or detailing at the hips on a one-piece. One way of doing that is opting for solid colours at the bust, combined with a patterned bottom.
Image: Accentuate one shoulder -- and that's best done with a one-sided swimsuit
Push-up bra-type bikinis with underwire will also go a long way in boosting your assets and you can add volume with a halter cut, ruffles, horizontal stripes or a large print.
Image: Push-up bra-type bikinis with underwire will go a long way in boosting your assets
Most of us are stuck with this problem and boy, do we know how tough it is to flatten that ungainly stomach with flattering swimwear.
But fear not -- there is a solution. Depending, of course, on just how much tummy you need to camouflage!
For those with an out-and-out large belly, the best option is tummy control swimwear. Yes, such a thing exists. The fabric and cut of such one-piece swimsuits is intended to keep fat under control and prevent any unsightly lumps and bumps. They'll hold you in and smoothen your silhouette.
If, on the other hand, you've got a bit of a paunch, you can resort to trickery! You can opt for a tankini, which only affords a peek at your mid-section and nothing more. If it's a one-piece, try to get a suit with rouching at the belly or detailing down the sides -- both these designs will camouflage your bulging belly.
And bikini-wise, you can go retro with high-waisted bottoms that come up past your navel.
Image: You can go retro with high-waisted bottoms that come up past your navel
Not everyone is built like a supermodel, with a narrow waist, long legs and pert derriere. But who says you shouldn't try to look your best? A flattering cut will have all your insecurities melting away with just the right amount of coverage -- or less of it, whatever works best.
In the following pages, we bring you just what you need -- advice on what to pick before you step out poolside or by the sea, so pay close attention!
Being top heavy isn't all it's cracked up to be -- just ask the ladies who have to play down their assets all the time because they're always the centre of attention!
If you've got a big bustline, here's what you need to do -- first off, choose swimwear with support. Underwire is always preferable and so are sturdy straps, because they will provide that support and prevent you from jiggling about.
A one-piece, fitted swimsuit (particularly a strapless) will also meet your needs -- it will have a minimising effect on your bust.
When it comes to bikinis, choose darker colours on top, as they don't draw as much attention -- and if you want a touch of brightness, a small print is preferable. Stay away from larger ones and particularly stripes!
Image: If you've got a large bust, opt for underwire support and small prints
Being flat-chested is as much of a problem for women as being top-heavy, but there's no need to fret. There's plenty you can do about it!
First off, you should stick to a two-piece as far as possible -- a bikini, that is, not a tankini. And you can jump up a cup-size or two with a little tasteful padding (the key word being 'tasteful', you don't want to look like you've stuffed yourself with socks!). There are plenty of swimsuits in the market that are produced with that end in mind.
We get it, you don't want to look too wide at the top, like a man strutting around. But if you're broad-shouldered, your big bone structure on top can be a touch masculine, so here's a solution.
Accentuate one shoulder -- and that's best done with a one-sided, single strap swimsuit. Bikini, tankini or one-piece, that's your call.
Wide straps will also serve to balance out your broadness, as will a square neckline.
Moreover, draw the attention away from your shoulders to your hips with striking bikini bottoms or detailing at the hips on a one-piece. One way of doing that is opting for solid colours at the bust, combined with a patterned bottom.
Image: Accentuate one shoulder -- and that's best done with a one-sided swimsuit
Push-up bra-type bikinis with underwire will also go a long way in boosting your assets and you can add volume with a halter cut, ruffles, horizontal stripes or a large print.
Image: Push-up bra-type bikinis with underwire will go a long way in boosting your assets
Most of us are stuck with this problem and boy, do we know how tough it is to flatten that ungainly stomach with flattering swimwear.
But fear not -- there is a solution. Depending, of course, on just how much tummy you need to camouflage!
For those with an out-and-out large belly, the best option is tummy control swimwear. Yes, such a thing exists. The fabric and cut of such one-piece swimsuits is intended to keep fat under control and prevent any unsightly lumps and bumps. They'll hold you in and smoothen your silhouette.
If, on the other hand, you've got a bit of a paunch, you can resort to trickery! You can opt for a tankini, which only affords a peek at your mid-section and nothing more. If it's a one-piece, try to get a suit with rouching at the belly or detailing down the sides -- both these designs will camouflage your bulging belly.
And bikini-wise, you can go retro with high-waisted bottoms that come up past your navel.
Image: You can go retro with high-waisted bottoms that come up past your navel