How to Choose the Right Swimsuit

Finding the ideal swimsuit is about choosing the most flattering swimsuit for your body shape. The secret in how to find the perfect suit is to become aware of a few important things. Choosing a swimsuit is all about enhancing what you've got, while drawing away attention from the certain areas that you may not feel inclined to show off. In the end, it's all about what you feel most comfortable wearing.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Measuring Tape
• Computer
• Swimsuit Catalog
• Transportation

Instructions

1. Get precise measurements. Visit a lingerie shop or local tailor to get bust and hip measurements. If you're confident, take your own measurements. This is vital if you're shopping online or browsing through a catalog.

2. Increase your bust size. Consider the following bikini top styles: bandeau, push-up, and triangle tops. Extra padding can provide instant curves. You can also emphasize your curves through details, such as ruching, ruffles, or even higher necklines. Bright colors, prints, or diagonal stripes can visually enhance your chest.

3. Decrease your bust size. Get sturdy adjustable straps. Just as overexposure can be completely unflattering, a completely concealed top can be equally unflattering for a well-endowed woman. Banded halter tops and an under wire top can provide you with the support you need. Many well endowed women prefer two-piece suits because they are more likely to find a better fit. Consider a dark color at the top of the suit and a pattern at the bottom to slim down the bust line, while bringing attention downward.

4. Reduce that tummy. Consider purchasing a one piece. Vertical stripes or a color block suit can provide the illusion of a slimmer midsection. If you want a bikini, get high waisted bikini bottoms.

5. Reduce a long torso. If you're seeking a one piece, purchase suits made for long torso sizes. If you want to provide the illusion of a shortened torso, consider banded halter tops, scoop bottoms, tankinis, or folded down boy shorts.

6. Reduce large hips and thighs. Seek suits with vertical stripes or patterns. You can also find a suit that features a bright color or pattern on the chest and a darker color below to draw attention away from the lower region. Higher cut legs can provide a slimming illusion by lengthening the leg line. You may also want to consider scoop front bottoms, a swim skirt for coverage, or belted bottoms.

Tips & Warnings

• Can't find the right suit for a specific fit? Get a custom-made swimsuit. Most custom-made swimsuits will cost a pretty penny, approximately $300-400.

• You may want to get a minor alteration on an almost-perfect swimsuit.

• So you're not one size all over? Don't worry, most women aren't. Visit a boutique or store that sells swimsuits in separate pieces

• The hot tub can wear down any swimsuit. Heat and chlorine have the ability to breakdown most fabrics

Resources

• Allure Magazine
• Sports Authority
• Venus
• Victoria's Secret