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Editor’s Picks: The Best Swimsuits for Every Body Type

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Put the winter coats away… it’s swimsuit season!  Love the warm weather, but struggle with finding the perfect swimsuit for you? We’re breaking down swimsuits by body type to help you find the best fit for your figure.  

Warning: Our love of the stylish one-piece is SO real!

Check out a few of our favorite swimsuits below, grab a fun poolside floatie, and get ready to sunbathe in style!

 

Straight Figure

Want to add a bit more curve? Opt for padding and cup separation to create fullness. Also, deep necklines and fun cut-outs can be super chic and add a bit of oomph to your poolside look.

Private Party
Island Vibes Swimsuit
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L Space
Chloe Wrap Bikini

4 colors available

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Zulu & Zephyr
Natives One Piece
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Tory Burch
'Lipsi' Underwire One-Piece Swimsuit
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Robin Piccone
Ava One-Piece Swimsuit
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Amuse Society
Maliah Bralette
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Solid & Striped
The Ballerina
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Tummy Control

Source: @iamabyssinia

Nobody wants to feel like they’re sucking in when wearing a swimsuit. Need to conceal a bit of a tummy? High-waist bottoms and one-pieces with shape-flattering fabrics look great on a variety of figures.

J. Crew
Tipped Seersucker Underwire One-Piece
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L Space
Farrah Bikini Set
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J. Crew
High-Waisted Bikini Bottom

7 colors available

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Swimsuits For All
Black Fringe Bandeau Tankini
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Anthropologie
Zinnia Plunge One-Piece

6 colors available

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La Blanca
Goddess One-Piece Swimsuit
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Cupshe
Palm Leaves Bikini Set
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ASOS
Plunge Bikini Top
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Small Bust

Source: Society of Chic

The great thing about a small bust with swimwear is that you can seriously wear just about anything. The key here is to enhance (if you want) with embellishments, padding, or other fun details like ruffles and frills to create the illusion of fullness.

Kate Spade
Marina Piccola Bandeau Underwire Bikini Top

2 colors available

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Polo Ralph Lauren
Solid V-Wire Ruffle Bandeau Bikini Top
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Anthropologie
Ruffled One-Shoulder Bikini Top
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Aerie
Scoop Ruffle Bikini Top

18 colors available

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Zulu & Zephyr
Sun Spot Bikini
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Peony Swimwear
Hayman Knotted Bralette
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Tavik Swimwear
Jessi Bikini

3 colors available

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Large Bust

Source: @marianna_hewitt

Need to get the “girls” in check? Think the same type of control you would with your regular bra. Thick (but still chic!) adjustable straps and underwire boning will ensure everything stays where it should. Even better? Several incredible brands are getting smart about creating bra-specific sizing for fuller cups.

ASOS
Mono Stripe Deep Plunge Swimsuit
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MiracleSuit
One Piece Swimsuit
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J.Crew
Underwire Bikini Top
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Land's End
Sweetheart Bikini Top
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Kate Spade
Capistrano Underwire Bikini Top
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ASOS
Cropped Halter Bikini Top
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Asos
Fuller Bust Bardot Swimsuit
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Asos
Bardot Bikini Swimsuit
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Full Hips and Thighs

Source: Gabi Fresh

Carry most of your weight in your legs? Stay away from boycut or hipster styles and instead, opt for a higher cut on the leg to showcase your bottom half. Create length and height by drawing the eye upward with interesting cuts and designs on top as well.  

Old Navy
Twist Front Bikini

5 colors available

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Aerie
Hi-Waist Bottoms

15 colors available

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LA Hearts
Ribbed Lace-Up One Piece
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LA Hearts
Seamed One Piece
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Aerie
Super Scoop One Piece Swimsuit

18 Colors Available

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Swimsuits For All
Black Macramé High-Neck Tankini
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Which swimsuit style do you love the most? Tell us in the comments!