the 10 best swimwear for every body type

Midsection
Many women carry their weight in their midsection, especially postpregnancy. To create balance in the body, go for a tankini that has a V-neck and rusching in the midsection. This wrapping effect creates an hourglass silhouette by holding the tummy area in. The visual effect balances the body and our eyes are drawn to the shoulder and the leg line.

1. Vina Del Mar Two Piece Tankini Swimsuit by Jantzen

2. Small Dot Two Piece Halter Tankini Swimsuit by JAG®

3. Mod Squad Two Piece Tankini Swimsuit by It Figures®

4. Smoking Two Piece Cami Tankini by C Collection®

5. Utopia Solids Two Piece Belted Cup Sized Tankini Swimsuit by Roxanne

6. South Beach Border Two Piece Tankini Swimsuit by Liz Claiborne

7. Hibiscus Bouquet Two Piece Halter Tankini Swimsuit w/ Pareo by Your Best Look®

8. Colorblock One Piece Mock Tankini w/ Binding Swimsuit by Inches Off®

9. Provencale Two Piece Tankini Swimsuit by Beach Native®

10. Sailor Stripe Two Piece Tankini Swimsuit by Beach Native®

Bigger bust
You do not need to be stick-thin to wear a bikini! When you have a larger chest, do look for a top that has full cups with an underwire. You want to make sure your chest doesn't make a surprise appearance when you go for a swim!
If traditional don't feel secure enough, look for a halter to tie around the neck, which will help you control how high you can hoist the girls. Also, the brief, which gives fuller coverage, helps to balance a larger chest.

1. Madagascar Shirred Halter D/DD Cup Bikini Top by Aerin Rose®

2. Madagascar Shirred D/DD Cup Bikini Top with Ring by Aerin Rose®

3. Morocco Shirred Halter D/DD Cup Bikini Top by Aerin Rose®

4. Morocco Shirred D/DD Cup Bikini Top by Aerin Rose®

5. Solid Shirred D/DD Cup Bikini Top with Ring by Aerin Rose®

6. Arabesque Fixed Triangle D/DD Cup Bikini Top by Aerin Rose®

7. Madagascar Fixed Triangle D/DD Cup Halter Bikini Top by Aerin Rose®

8. Arabesque Banded Halter D/DD Cup Bikini Top by Aerin Rose®

9. Morocco Banded Halter D/DD Cup Bikini Top by Aerin Rose®

10. Solid Shirred Halter D/DD Cup Bikini Top by Aerin Rose®

Bigger on bottom
Many companies are making three-piece tankinis now that come with a top, a brief and a miniskirt. The skirt is made of the same swimsuit material and can be worn in the water or as a cover-up. This is particularly helpful for women who carry their weight in their bottom half.
The deep V and the printed top naturally pull the focus upward. The A-line of the miniskirt actually floats off the tush and hips and flatters the leg line. A darker solid color also helps to camouflage a larger bottom.

1. Sunny Isle Floral Two Piece Twist Bra Skirtini Swimsuit by Liz Claiborne

2. Op Art Floral Two Piece Halter Skirtini Swimsuit by Liz Claiborne

3. Chiffon Cubism Two Piece Bandeau Skirtini Swimsuit by Liz Claiborne®

4. South Beach Border Two Piece Bandeau Skirtini Swimsuit by Liz Claiborne

5. Tropical Deco Floral Two Piece Halter Skirtini Swimsuit by Liz Claiborne

6. Paradiso Dot Two Piece Cup Sized Skirtini Swimsuit by Roxanne

7. Meridian Crepe Solids Two Piece Skirtini Swimsuit by Roxanne

8. Crepe Ruffle Two Piece Skirtini Swimsuit by Liz Claiborne

9. Terrace Stripe Two Piece Halter Skirtini by Liz Claiborne

10. Tuscany Garden Two Piece Cup Sized Skirtini Swimsuit by Roxanne

Well-proportioned
Even if your body line is in proportion, make sure you choose a swimsuit that doesn't skew that balance. Look for a moderately thick, widely placed strap with a V-neck. Pleating or rusching under the bustline will call attention to the smallest part of your frame.
Look for a medium-high cut on the leg hole to give you the longest leg line and enough coverage in the seat. One-pieces have been making a big return, not just for balancing the body shape but for those seeking a bit of modesty in a string-bikini world!