Types of Swimming Suits
Swimming suits, typically made of spandex, are used to swim or lounge at the beach. Also known as a bathing suit, this attire is required for any type of water sport, too. A variety of styles are available to fit the needs of every man and woman purchasing a suit. Does this Spark an idea?
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One-Piece
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A traditional bathing suit, a one-piece comes in a variety of designs and cuts. Some of these cuts are high cut, bikini cut or boy shorts.
Bikini
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A bikini, a bathing suit made of two pieces, is traditionally simple with hooks or ties that connect around the neck and back. Bikini options include the triangle bikini, a revealing choice that has triangle-shaped pieces of fabrics for the top. A bralette bikini has straps similar to a bra and provides additional support. This is useful for smaller-busted women.
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Other 'Kini Options
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There are countless 'kini options for swimwear for women. The tankini consists of two pieces: a tank and a bottom, usually boy shorts. This is an option for someone looking to disguise her stomach area. Another is the halterkini with a halter top, which is tied at the neck. A bandeau tankini includes a strapless top. A skirtini has a tank top and a skirt with attached bottom. This is a helpful disguise for bigger hips or thighs. A monokini exposes a woman's sides, and the top and bottom are connected near the navel area.
Types of Bathing Suit Bottoms
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Bathing suits bottoms, especially bikini or other 'kini options, give a woman a number of choices. Boy shorts provide flattering coverage to the butt and hips. Hipster bottoms are cut to sit on the hips and provide coverage for women with a little extra padding. High-waisted or high-cut bottoms are typically cut so they sit below the belly button.
Swimsuits for Your Body Type
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Knowing how to dress your body type is important. Essentially, a small-busted woman looks best with a padded top or halter suit such as a halterkini or a halter one-piece that dips low in the front, creating an illusion of cleavage. A woman with a large bust should wear a dark color on top and be sure it has proper support. A woman with a long torso looks best with bottoms that are high-cut, while a short-torsoed woman looks better with low-rise bottoms, which elongate the torso. For plus-size women, a dark bottom and a lighter-colored top create a slimming look.
Men's Swimwear
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Men's swimwear options only cover below the waist. All men's swimsuits were fitted until the 1990s when baggier styles became available. Men's swimwear options include swim trunks, board shorts, Speedos and thongs.
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