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Step 1
Choose one-pieces if you are overweight, especially in the stomach area. These swimsuits are designed to smooth out sagging skin as well. A bikini is going to make you feel uncomfortable.
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Step 2
Wear swimsuits that emphasize your best assets. If you are hourglass shaped, most bathing suits will likely flatter you. If you have large breasts, choose a suit with a supportive top that offers good cleavage without looking trashy. If you are proud of your butt, go for a skimpy bottom.
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Step 3
Put on a monokini if you are pear shaped, meaning that your thighs and behind are larger than your bust and waist. That is the one-piece that has parts cut out of it. It is designed to make your torso look longer and draw attention to your waist, rather than the bottom part of your body.
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Step 4
Wear a triangle-shaped top if you have very small breasts. This can come in the form of a bikini top or or part of a one-piece. Most come with padding and can create the illusion of a larger chest.
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Step 5
Wear a swimsuit that emphasizes both your chest and butt if you are apple-shaped, meaning that there is not a big difference in size between your chest, waist and bottom half of your body. Try a Brazilian-cut bikini bottom or a suit that's padded or has a push-up bra.
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Step 6
Hide a large butt with a low-cut bikini top paired with a tankini bottom--the straighter the waistline, the better.
