How to Pick Flattering Swimwear
When the weather turns warm, you may look forward to spending time lounging in the sun, but dread the prospect of pulling on a bathing suit. Nobody's body is perfect, but that's little comfort when stepping out onto the sand for the first time. Picking the right swimsuit will reduce any flaws while accentuating all the beautiful things about your figure. Does this Spark an idea?
Other People Are Reading
Instructions
-
-
1
Look for swimwear that features Lycra for extra holding power. "Miracle Suits" feature three times as much Lycra as the average suit to cinch in typical trouble spots like the tummy and tush. Bathing suits featuring swimsuit-grade Lycra are even better at retaining their elasticity, texture and color after repeated exposure to the sun, salt water or chlorine.
-
2
Opt for swimsuits with material gathered around the stomach and back. Even subtle shirring can camouflage tummy or back bulges and even enhance the look of your waist. Some elongated bathing suit tops like tankinis feature drawstrings along each side that allow you to adjust the amount of gathering the suit has around the middle.
-
-
3
Choose a bathing suit to flatter what you've got up top. Pick swimwear with a built-in underwire bra or a molded V-neck style to support a fuller figure. Find a swimsuit with built-in foam cups or a line of stitching below the bustline to enhance a smaller build.
-
4
Find a swimsuit with an eye-catching print to further conceal any imperfections in your figure. Geometric prints or bright floral designs can draw the eye away from a troublesome tummy, for example, by creating the illusion of a smooth silhouette.
-
1
Tips & Warnings
Consider buying swimwear that's at least one size larger than your typical shirt or dress size. Because swimsuits tend to run small, it's better to go bigger than risk a "muffin top" or unsightly bulges in the thigh or underarm area.
References
- Photo Credit Digital Vision./Digital Vision/Getty Images
