What suit, suits you?
Diane Pollack
Do you hate bathing suit shopping? Bathing suit shopping is not fun for many women. Most of us have body image issues and as we age they may become worse. I wish I had the magic fix, sorry I don't.
But what I can do is give you some advice on the most flattering suits for your figure.
First things, first. Do not freak out over the sizing! Go in knowing that for some unknown and crazy reason, bathing suits tend to run small so you may be wearing a bathing suit that is 1 or 2 sizes larger than your clothing size.
It is not you, I promise. Deep breath.....
Ok so here are the tips.
Legs - although suits don't cover your legs, there are a few cuts that can help flatter them.
High cut legs will elongate them
Boy-cut shorts can truncate the length of your leg
Skirted suits can look matronly or retro depending. If you do choose one, be careful of where the skirt hits. Don't let it hit the biggest part of your thighs.
Tummies
Wear one-piece suits (I know you know that)
Shirred and gathered fabrics will help camouflage
Fabric that cascades over the stomach area can also do the trick.
Overall make your body look smaller
These tips will trick the eye into making the overall area look smaller.
Color blocking
Vertical stripes
Cut-outs
Small chest - You can wear many tops styles because you are not so concerned with the support. Here are some suggestions to make them look a little larger.
Molded cups
Push-up versions
Ruffles or other excess fabric
Large chests - Unlike a bra, you actually have more leeway to choose if you would like the top to cover your whole chest or reveal a little cleavage. If you choose to be a little sexier, cleavage in the front is best, side boob can just look like you are too big for the top. And please don't hang out of your suit too much, you don't want any suit mishaps.
If you are looking to minimize you can keep these tips in mind.
Keep eye-catching details away from the top
No ruffles or extra bulk fabric
Color blocks will make an area appear smaller
Wear darker color tops
Molded cups and underwire have more support. But beware as molded cups do add bulk.
Still feeling a little bit conscious?
Buy a cute sarong, caftan, or other cover-ups. Please, no ugly gym shorts if you are at a pool party, beach or resort.
Are you going on vacation this summer?
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