Often, when choosing a swimsuit, we get hung up on fashion trends, forgetting about its most important function - to make our figure more beautiful. Of course, there is nothing wrong with choosing the current model, but if during the selection process you do not take into account individual characteristics, you will end up with a result that is radically different from the desired one. Therefore, our main task when preparing for the beach season is to choose a swimsuit based on your body type, which will make you more impressive and brighter. It is this simple science that we will now master.

What should be the ideal swimsuit?

Hourglass

This is a kind of standard for the female figure and it is precisely this that we need to strive for when choosing a swimsuit for silhouettes that go beyond this standard. Girls with such a silhouette are in the most advantageous situation, since it is almost impossible to spoil it with a swimsuit. Here you can safely choose absolutely any model without limiting yourself in color schemes. The only case when we need correction is if we are overweight, but we will talk about this a little later. Therefore, let's move on to consider more problematic types of figures.

Triangle

The main problem here is that the hips are too wide against the background of rather narrow shoulders. The main problem that arises in this situation is the attempt to work with only one zone, while an integrated approach should be taken. Our task is not just to hide the active bottom, but also to try to compensate for the insufficient volume in the upper zone. You can do this in several ways:

• The right bodice. The easiest way to visually expand the chest area is with a horizontal line, so the best option for the top is a bandeau bodice. The absence of straps is another additional plus, since they often “cut” already narrow shoulders;

• Decorative elements. This again concerns the bodice, since we need to shift attention as much as possible from the problem hips. Here the same push up can come to the rescue, which will add volume to the neckline, or a textured bodice. A variety of flowers, fringe, ruffles, rhinestones or sequins - all this is an ideal option for the top;

• Swimming trunks. Those with a pear shape often make the same mistake: they try to hide the problem area behind shorts, getting the opposite effect. As we have already said, the horizontal stripe, which is exactly how this type of swimming trunks are perceived, only adds volume, drawing additional attention to the hip area. The best option in this case is swimming trunks with a high neckline. This may sound paradoxical, but the more open our hips are, the less they attract attention. It is also worth abandoning decorative elements on swimming trunks: there should be no bows or strings here;

• Color solution. In this situation, only the top should be the accent, so you can safely choose a bright top and combine it with basic swimming trunks in dark matte tones.

All these techniques can be easily implemented with both a two-piece and one-piece swimsuit, so you shouldn’t give up the models you like, just choose swimsuit options that model your figure.

Rectangle

A fairly common version of the silhouette, when the chest, waist, and hips are equally unexpressed. This is the easiest silhouette to work with, because practically the only task in this situation will be to highlight the waistline. The main mistake that can be made here is choosing a one-color piece swimsuit, which only aggravates the situation. We can place the accents we need as follows:

• Selecting the chest. The greatest invention will help us here - push up. A voluminous bodice or liners in the cups will help to beautifully present even the smallest breasts, drawing attention to the décolleté area;

• We focus on the waist. Here we can use either models with cutouts on the sides (monokini), or options with contrasting inserts, or a play of color or pattern. All these techniques work exactly the same: they visually make the silhouette slimmer, thereby bringing it closer to the desired “hourglass”;

• We widen our hips. This is where shorts come in handy, for a rectangle body shape. They will help make the hips more active, and accordingly the waist will appear a little narrower.

One-piece swimsuits, which give more room for color play, and monokinis with symmetrical cutouts at the waist, will look best on such a figure.

Inverted Triangle

The active shoulder girdle along with unpronounced hips make a huge number of girls feel complex. Even such a rather complex silhouette can be adjusted by highlighting the most advantageous areas. Here the swimsuit must meet the following requirements:

• Widen your hips. The already well-known trick with swimming trunks will help us with this, giving additional horizontality, which the “inverted triangle” figure so lacks. If shorts are still not your thing, then you can choose swimming trunks with decorative elements on the hips - strings, bows, ruffles;

• “Stretch” the shoulder girdle, making it a little narrower. A bodice with wide straps or a halter-type bodice (when the straps are tied at the neck) will help us here, since they hide the voluminous shoulders, making the silhouette more graceful. An option for brave young ladies is the so-called plange - a model of a one-piece swimsuit, the neckline of which reaches almost to the navel. Several vertical stripes will make the shoulder girdle much less active. And who, seeing such a neckline, will look at the shoulders?

Speaking of color schemes, we better pay attention to combined models, where a neutral (and preferably dark) top is combined with a bright bottom. Swimming trunks with horizontal stripes or just a bright print will look ideal.

Plus size models

The times when plump girls, having complexes about their shape, preferred not to show themselves on the beach once again, have long since sunk into oblivion. Thanks to the fact that the fashion industry has stopped ignoring girls with plus size parameters, we can see a lot of options for beach suits that allow you to look stylish and bright. How can you also correct your figure? There are several secrets here:

• For large breasts, be sure to choose a bodice with wide straps, underwire and a thick cup. This will create a good hold and emphasize the appetizing shapes. Taboos in this case are decorative elements that will add unnecessary volume. The best option is matte dark shades, which, if desired, can be diluted with a pattern in less prominent areas;

• Shorts with a high waistline will help hide a problem stomach. By choosing such a model, you will definitely be in trend, since retro looks will be trendy this season. Another option is a one-piece swimsuit with slimming inserts on the stomach, and a small tummy can be hidden by a simple contrast of a light top and a dark bottom;

• For a full figure with an undefined waist, one-piece swimsuits are suitable, which will help make it visually slimmer due to geometry, print or play of colors. This can be achieved using darker inserts on the sides or a pattern in the central part of the swimsuit;

• Swimdress or skirtini will help hide skin imperfections in the thigh area. These models resemble a dress or skirt, which perfectly hide imperfections such as cellulite or stretch marks;

• The color scheme should be as restrained as possible. It is advisable to use matte tones that will not attract unnecessary attention. A large print that only focuses attention on curvaceous figures is strictly contraindicated;
• Often, in search of models that hide figure flaws, we become fixated on one-piece options, believing that by covering as much of the body as possible, we will become slimmer. Guided by this logic, you need to immediately go for a burkini, which reveals only the face, and in some cases even the eyes. In fact, a two-piece swimsuit will look no less impressive. A tankini or a retro swimsuit with high shorts in the pin-up style will do the corrective job perfectly. But in this case, do not forget to take care of a reliable bodice.

One of the most important requirements for a plus size swimsuit is excellent quality. It is worth paying attention to the quality of the fabric, which should have the maximum content of lycra. Check the quality of stitching and seams. There should a priori be no holes or protruding threads. Another typical mistake is the desire to buy a swimsuit one size smaller in order to enhance the slimming effect. Believe me, only a swimsuit of the right size can hide imperfections, while a small one will not only highlight existing ones, but will also add new folds, which is not included in our plans.

All women want to look irresistible on a beach holiday. In beach fashion, amazing and varied swimsuits of any color and style appear all the time. How to choose a swimsuit that suits your figure, which will show off your body’s dignity and successfully hide a flaw?

You should choose a swimsuit based on your body type. To look more impressive on vacation, you can treat yourself to Brazilian depilation or sugar depilation.

A swimsuit chosen to suit your figure will make you slimmer, hide some extra pounds, add height, highlight your waist, and so on. Swimwear comes in a variety of styles in combination with bras.

With a heavy bottom and wide hips

Closed models with lycra inserts work well. The upper part of the swimsuit is decorated with a catchy pattern, decorative bows and ruffles in the chest area and widely spaced straps. The lower part, on the contrary, should be smooth, monochromatic, dark, and behind the style – classic.

Models with diagonal or vertical stripes can visually add slimness. Swimsuits with a skirt will hide a small tummy (women with wide hips or rather narrow shoulders do not need to wear such swimsuits). To hide the width of your hips or the width of your waist, you should tie a pareo at the waist at a certain angle.

Do not do it use light shiny fabric at the bottom of swimsuits and a horizontal pattern. There is no need to highlight the waist area with straps or belts - this can visually increase the difference between the waist and hips. You should avoid large cutouts in the hip area and do not buy models with shorts.

Women with big busts

How to choose a swimsuit for this type? Swimwear with a dark top will visually reduce the size of your bust. The bottom should be light in color with a bright pattern. The cups in a swimsuit for such breasts should always have underwires, and wide straps should hold the breasts well. The pareo will look good in a low position on the hips.

Avoid: thin fabrics, narrow straps, cups without a truss.

Women with small busts

Such women need swimsuits with cups that have underwire or foam inserts. Bandeau bras decorated with a horizontal pattern or metal inserts will look beautiful. Bras with pleats and ruffles can visually enlarge the breasts. The colors are bright and light in the neckline and darker towards the bottom. It looks beautiful if the pareo is in the form of a large knot on the neckline.

Unacceptable: horizontal pattern in the neckline, dark top, unshaped cups.

Women with broad shoulders

To narrow the shoulder width, you need a swimsuit that has a large V-shaped or rounded neckline. Collars - collars - can successfully help hide certain flaws. The pareo is tied around the neck in the form of a collar.

Avoid: bright elements, for example, bows on the shoulders, a small cutout in the chest area, as well as widely spaced straps.

Women with short necks

Swimsuits with a large V-neck or no straps work well. Tie the pareo at the neckline or waist.

Avoid: small cutouts or collars that wrap around the neck; horizontally directed stripes in the upper zone are unacceptable.

Women who have narrow, sloping shoulders

A swimsuit with a small cutout in the chest area, as well as widely spaced straps, will look great. It is necessary to emphasize the top of the figure with the help of color: a bright top with the presence of transverse patterns and a dark plain lower part. Tie the pareo on the neckline on either side.

Avoid: swimsuits with large V-necklines. The presence of vertical stripes in the upper zone is unacceptable.

Fat women

The size of a leisure swimsuit should fully correspond to your figure. If you choose a tight swimsuit, it can further highlight body imperfections.

Having found out which fruits contribute to weight loss, you can go on a water holiday to make the process more enjoyable. A large swimsuit should be one-piece, made of matte fabrics, dark, deep, but muted in color. Medium cutouts at hip level.

To disguise your tummy and emphasize your waistline, you need to choose a swimsuit that will correct your figure with lycra inserts or with lacing. The fabrics of swimsuits for a full figure should be elastic (but not shiny), and the cups must have underwire. A large neckline and widely placed straps will create a slimming look. Vertical patterns and stripes will help visually reduce weight.

This type of swimsuit can be used for a pregnant woman. In such swimsuits it will be convenient to lose weight in the sauna or lose weight with the help of water.

Leisure clothing for overweight people - translucent light tunics with lightweight light trousers for the beach.

Unacceptable: bikini, thin straps, horizontal pattern, light shiny fabric.

High growth

On a tall and slender woman, a bikini with wide straps, a strapless bandeau and shorts will look great. Shorts in a retro style will successfully highlight the figure of tall and slender women. A pareo is worn at the waist or hips. This type of female figure is allowed to use any fashionable style of swimsuit with trim in the form of ruffles and bright borders. Tall girls wear swimsuits in contrasting colors.

Short stature and short legs

Slender, short women can lengthen short legs with a swimsuit with a large cutout at the hip of the bottom. For small women with an expressive bust, a one-piece swimsuit with a vertical pattern looks better. A pareo with a vertical pattern looks beautiful. To visually increase your height, you should tie a pareo in the form of a collar around your neck.

Avoid: low cutouts on the thigh, shorts, bikinis and a fairly narrow version of swimming trunks.

For short and wide waist

You can use a one-piece swimsuit with a vertical line. Longitudinal inserts in different colors can make your waist look slimmer. You should raise your breasts as high as possible above your waist, which can be done with underwired bras that will support your breasts. The pareo must be tied in the bust area.

Unacceptable: belts and horizontal details at the waist, bikini.

Full hands

The fullness of your arms cannot be hidden with a swimsuit, but you can divert attention by choosing the right beach accessory and clothing. To focus attention on the neckline, you need to choose a swimsuit with eye-catching patterns or details on the chest. A transparent tunic or cape with medium sleeves, chosen according to the color of the swimsuit, will also look good. As for accessories, a large bracelet on your wrist is a good choice.

How to choose the right quality swimsuit?

Swimwear can be made from different materials. From polyester They make inexpensive models, they hold the color and shape of the swimsuit well, but they take a long time to dry. This product will last no longer than one season. It is most convenient to buy for a swimming pool.

From polyamide swimsuits are soft and elastic, denser than polyester. It dries quickly and shines, but is afraid of sunlight.

Swimwear with content spandex (elastane) elastic and not afraid of sea water. The optimal percentage of elastane is at least 10%, then it will last for several seasons.

Swimwear made of textile have the property of wicking sweat to the outside of the swimsuit. It dries quickly, as it has two layers - moisture from the inner layer is quickly transferred to the outer one. This material has quite high wear resistance. You can use this material to choose a gymnastics leotard or a dance leotard. There are options for atemi sports swimsuits.

How to choose the right swimsuit? To do this, you need to assess your body type and familiarize yourself with the main models of the main summer suit.

All swimsuits are divided into two main categories:

• fused;
• separate.

A separate group consists of sports models intended for gymnastics. Each category has its own types of models, which will be described below.

Two-piece swimsuits

Representatives of a slender figure prefer open models. They are comfortable to sunbathe in, and a separate bra provides excellent support for the breasts, and small panties emphasize the girl’s shape.

Two-piece swimsuits are divided into the following types:

1. Bikini- the most popular and most desirable model for many girls! It consists of a bra with thin straps and small panties. Panties can be tied at the hips. This model makes the body as open as possible, which means it is intended for the happy owners of an ideal figure!
2. Bando. The costume borrowed its name from the French language, in which the word “bandeau” means bandage. The fact is that the bra here is made without straps. An exception may be thin ropes to support the chest, but the peculiarity of the bodice is that it is a wide ribbon. Panties can be either low (bikini) or high, favorably hiding the tummy. Thanks to the drapes and folds, the suit takes on a truly magnificent look. The scope of application of such models is much wider than bikinis. Slightly plump girls with a small tummy can wear it.
3. Push up. The bodice of this suit consists of solid cups with special inserts that lift and enlarge the breasts. This is an ideal option for women with small breasts.
4. Tankini. The bodice of this model is a long top. At first glance, this may seem like a one-piece swimsuit, but a separate top still reveals the tummy, leaving room for imagination. A tankini is an ideal option to hide your belly, postpartum stretch marks, and other body imperfections.
5. Halter- a swimsuit in which the bra is tied behind the neck. Depending on the size of the bust, the straps can be either thin or wide, which allows the bodice to provide good support to the bust.
6. Swimdress– a swimsuit, the upper part of which is a mini-dress with a skirt. This option is perfect for a beach holiday or gatherings in a coastal cafe.

Fashionable swimsuits in separate categories are full of variety. Today's swimsuits are sold complete with a separate skirt - skirtini. It is worn over a swimsuit. The skirt creates a flirty look for its owner, and also allows you to sit at the beach bar, thereby respecting other visitors.

One-piece swimsuits

There is an opinion that closed models are intended only for older plump ladies who need to cover up their shortcomings as much as possible. However, having become acquainted with the variety and splendor of one-piece suits, even thin beauties will want to buy one for themselves!

Beautiful swimsuits of the closed category are divided into the following types:

1. Mayo– a classic version, representing a one-piece suit with sewn-on straps. This model is universal, as it fits almost any figure.
2. Bando– a swimsuit made without straps. As in the case of a separate bandeau, there is a wide stripe with draperies and pleats on the chest, increasing the size of the bust. This model is perfect for tall ladies, as a strapless suit visually shortens the torso, balancing the disproportion. It should also be noted that under no circumstances should it be worn by short, plump girls!
3. Tank– one-piece model with wide straps. Do not confuse a tank with maillot, which has thin straps sewn on! This suit perfectly slims your figure, and the inset cups provide good support for your breasts.
4. Halter- a one-piece suit with straps tied at the neck. This model is perfect for women with narrow shoulders and wide hips. The tied straps flatter the shoulders, making the body proportions perfect.
5. Plange– a youth model who is a hit of the season. Its peculiarity is that there is a large cutout along the entire body from the neck to the hips, making the bodice long. This model is designed for an ideal figure with high, firm breasts and a flat tummy!
6. High neck– a sports suit that covers the torso as much as possible. The model is ideal for plus size ladies.
7. Swimdress– beach dress with sewn panties. This model is very popular among young people, as it is beachwear and a swimsuit at the same time!
8. Monokini– a symbiosis of one-piece and open swimsuit. There's practically a full-length bra with cups that connects to the panties with a thin strip or fabric with different cutouts. The swimsuit is very sexy, as it covers the body enough, leaving room for imagination!

If a girl needs to buy a swimsuit for the pool, then it is better to opt for a closed suit. The one-piece model will not slip, the straps will not fall off, and the strings will not unravel, thereby creating comfort when swimming.

Sports and children's swimwear

A gymnastics leotard is a bodysuit with a closed back and belly made of dense elastic fabric that follows all the curves of the body without impeding movement. In sports models, the cup is sealed with inserts, the seams are tight and hidden.

Children's swimsuits also come in one-piece and separate. These models do not require thick fabric, bones, or various inserts. The main thing: the suit should be comfortable and beautiful. Mothers should pay attention to ensure that the suit fits properly. A suit that is too small will be too tight for the baby, and if you take it “to grow,” it will hang unsightly and slide down.

A small swimsuit is usually sewn in bright colors with a lot of ruffles, ribbons, and decorations. Babies do not need to hide anything, since they have not yet developed “flaws” in the form of a tummy, hips and breasts. Therefore, young fashionistas can flaunt along the beach in a suit with lots of jewelry. It's so great to feel like a little woman!

So, we looked at the main models of swimwear. To determine which swimsuit will fit best, you should study the features of your figure.

How to choose a swimsuit based on your body type

Before you move on to choosing a model, you need to learn how to correctly determine your size. This is a very important aspect, since a large suit will hang around the body, providing absolutely no support for the chest and making the body shapeless. A suit that is too small will look ridiculous, emphasizing all the fat folds and imperfections.

How to choose a swimsuit size? To do this, you need to take two main measurements: chest volume and hip volume. Divide this value by 2 and find out your size according to Russian standards. For example, if your hips are 90-94 cm, that means panty size 46.

You can determine your bra cup size by measuring the volume of your breasts at the most convex points.

According to the result obtained, the linen code is determined in letters:

• A - 76-108;
• B - 78-110;
• C - 80-112;
• D - 82-114;
• E - 85-116;
• F - 86-118;
• G - 90-120.

Swimsuit sizes are often marked according to international standards, depending on the country of origin. To get your bearings correctly, you need to use the sizing chart.

Basic types of female figure and selection of a swimsuit

Female figures are divided into several main types:

• "hourglass";
• "pear";
• "apple";
• "rectangle".

Based on their natural physique, each girl needs to focus on her own type of swimsuit.

Hourglass body type

Hourglass is the sexiest and most attractive figure! Men go crazy over the seductive transitions of the chest, waist and hips. Almost anything will suit the lucky owners of this body type! However, we must remember that an inept combination of color and style can ruin even such a beautiful figure!

If the girl is plump, then it is better to give preference to a one-piece suit with or without straps. For large breasts, you should choose a swimsuit with supportive cups. To lengthen your legs, panties should have high cutouts on the hips.

For slender girls with beautiful shapes, all models of open swimsuits are suitable. Those who are too thin should not be carried away by closed models, they will lengthen the torso even more and also “erase” beautiful roundness. If there are beautiful proportions of the hips and waist, then it is better to give preference to a bikini and bandeau.

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Pear body type

“Pear” is a figure with narrow shoulders and heavy hips. The main goal of correcting such a figure is to select a model that will balance the disproportion. A one-piece halter suit, as well as a two-piece bandeau swimsuit with high briefs, will do the job perfectly.

Apple body type

“Apple” is a type of female figure with a round belly without a pronounced waist. Moreover, a girl can be either plump or thin.

In this case, the emphasis should be on other parts of the body: legs, arms, chest. If you have long slender legs, then you should choose a suit with high panties. A bandeau model with draperies and folds that will disguise the tummy is well suited.

Ideal options for “apples” are one-piece swimsuits in dark colors with a V-shaped neckline: tank, halter. Incomplete women can wear a plange: vertical ribbons will “stretch” the torso.

Rectangle body type

"Rectangle". In this case, you should strive to emphasize the waist to create the illusion of beautiful proportions. One-piece swimsuits with a wide dark stripe at the waist are suitable. The “monokini” option with rounded cutouts on the sides is ideal.

If the swimsuit is one-piece, then it should have a deep neckline. Tankinis are good for rectangles, as well as the presence of various ruffles, draperies, ribbons and decorations.

Thongs, shorts and a bandeau swimsuit are contraindicated for “rectangles”.

A swimsuit for a small bust is “push up”, as well as the presence of all kinds of frills, ruffles and ribbons in the chest area. A bandeau suit fits well: a wide, voluminous band puts a flattering emphasis on the bust.

You should evaluate your figure as a whole. For a young, slender girl, it is not at all necessary to “enlarge” her breasts. A triangular bodice without inserts, bones or lining will look great on an elastic young chest! The most important decoration for young ladies is a fit, athletic body!

Swimsuit for plus size

It is best to choose a closed swimsuit for a full girl. Depending on the shape and proportions of the body, you can focus on other parts: arms and legs.

If you have a large bust, then the main task here is not only to balance the proportions, but also to provide good breast support. The bra should have underwires and wide straps. The fabric of the suit should be dense and elastic, and there should be a tightening mesh in the chest area.

A good option for busty beauties is a closed version with a diagonal wrap line.

Which swimsuit to choose to hide your belly and side? These should be closed models such as “mailo”, “tank”, “halter”. If your breasts are small, then you can choose a “bandeau”. The panty line should not be high. The swimsuit must be made of thick fabric. The bottom of the suit should be dark colors, and the top should be light.

Chubby women should avoid ruffles, draperies and other decorations that will only add extra volume. Vertical stripes will “stretch” the torso, making it slimmer.

Large swimsuits are not a death sentence, but an opportunity to show your imagination! After all, with the help of a successful combination of color, pattern, cut, you can look so amazing that even skinny people in a bikini will envy!

What color to choose a swimsuit

There is a direct relationship between body type and suit color:

1. Plus size girls should avoid light colors. Dark rich shades suit them. Vertical stripes and contrasting inserts on the sides are welcome. Large designs should be avoided. A permissive floral print with very fine details.
2. “Pears” should choose a swimsuit with a light top and dark bottom. The upper part can also be “enlarged” with the help of bright patterns. On a one-piece swimsuit, a horizontal contrasting stripe under the bust is welcome.
3. Large breasts can be “reduced with a dark color. There should be no drawings at the top.
4. Light colors will help to enlarge small breasts. A floral print is welcome.

• Black swimsuit– a classic option not only for overweight women, but also for girls with model appearance. A one-piece swimsuit makes a woman look slimmer, while a separate swimsuit is suitable for thin people. It should be borne in mind that black color fades quickly in the sun, so you should choose a suit only from high-quality brands.
• White swimsuit Designed for tanned and slender beauties. This color is contraindicated for overweight women, as well as those with pale skin. On white skin it will create a sickly and unhealthy appearance. A white suit has one drawback: it quickly gets dirty, losing its original appearance.
• Red swimsuit– a choice for brave girls! Don’t think that only a long-legged beauty can wear it. With the right style in red, any woman will look like a queen!
• Transparent swimsuits created for liberated women. They are basically a one-piece suit with sheer mesh and lace panels in the stomach and chest area. It looks feminine and elegant!

A women's swimsuit can be a real gift for a girl if it is chosen correctly. There is nothing worse than elegant clothes on a full, flabby body. To wear a short bikini in summer, you need to take care of your figure in winter!

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Summer is just around the corner, everyone is looking forward to the sun and warmth. And now is the time to think about purchasing a swimsuit, which is an essential part of the summer wardrobe. This is not an easy task, but if you know the pros and cons of your body type, it will greatly simplify the search for the right beach outfit. So, how to choose a swimsuit for your body type?

Choosing your swimsuit option

Despite all the diversity, swimsuits are divided into two large groups - separate and one-piece. Each group is represented by several types that help hide body imperfections.

Two-piece swimsuits: types

Bikini, one of the popular and famous types. It is a set consisting of a bra with thin straps and tight panties.

Trikini is a sexy mini bikini, which is available in two models: a monokini, consisting of only panties, and a microkini - a bodice and swimming trunks, sewn from very narrow strips of fabric.

In a bandeau, unlike a bikini, the bra is a strapless band that kind of wraps the chest. A variation of the bandeau, called the “bandino,” is distinguished by the fact that the bodice reaches to the waist and resembles a strapless top.

Halter is a swimsuit with bra straps that are fastened or tied at the neck.

A tankini consists of a long top with straps and panties, similar to mini-shorts.

The tank consists of an elastic top with wide straps. The top can be of different lengths - from short to long, reaching to the hips.

Swimdress consists of a bodice, swimming trunks and a skirt. Skirts can be of different cuts. It perfectly hides imperfections in the lower body.

Closed-back swimsuits - classification

Mayo is a classic. A swimsuit with sewn-on straps varies in neckline shape; it can be V-shaped, round, square and even heart-shaped.

One-piece bandeau - a strapless bodice, held on the body by an elastic band.

The tank is one-piece with one-piece wide straps. There is a variety with a smell on the chest, called "surplice".

High-neck refers to sports swimsuits. Usually dark, often black, with a small cutout.

The plange is an effective style with deep, revealing V-necklines in both the front and back. Visually lengthens the silhouette and adds volume to the chest.

The monokini is the most revealing of the one-piece swimsuits. The front of the bodice and panties are connected by a strip of fabric, ribbon or chain. Has large cutouts on the sides.

Halter - with ties or clasps at the neck.

A one-piece swimdress is a dress of different lengths. It adds volume to the hips, balancing the figure.

Knowing the names of swimsuits and what they are, you can already decide how to choose a swimsuit based on your body type. The fair half of humanity can be divided into 5 main types.

Let's consider the main types of figures and choose “yours”

1. Hourglass (X-shaped) type. This figure is considered almost ideal. The size of the chest and hips is the same, women can boast of a pronounced waist. The shapes are round and feminine.
2. Pear-shaped (A-shaped) type. This figure is easily recognized by its narrow shoulders and waist, small breasts and wide hips. When a woman gets fat, fats are mainly deposited on the lower part - hips, sides.
3. Inverted triangle (T-shaped) type. Representatives of this figure have a full bust and a narrow pelvis, and their shoulders are wider than their hips.
4. Apple (O-shaped) type. Ladies with such an appetizing figure have shoulders and hips of the same width, feminine and soft lines, but the waist is not clearly defined. This type is most prone to obesity.
5. Rectangular (H-shaped) type. Sports figure. The measurements of her chest, waist and hips are almost the same. A characteristic feature is flat buttocks.

Now all you have to do is look in the mirror, find out your body type and choose a swimsuit to match it.

How to choose a swimsuit based on your body type?

Hourglass figure

Ladies with an hourglass figure are very lucky; almost all types of swimsuits of various colors suit them. They will look good in both bright separates (bikini, bandeau) and closed ones - monokini, tank, halter. However, ladies with large breasts should avoid bandeaus, as well as swimsuits with narrow straps, made of thin fabric or with shapeless cups. Women with small breasts should avoid horizontal patterns on the bodice and black color in the upper part.

Pear shape

Women who are “pear-shaped” need to choose a swimsuit that will visually enlarge the upper part and reduce the lower part. It’s worth taking a closer look at the halterneck, the ties at the neck visually increase the width of the shoulders, and the bandeau, which creates the desired horizontal position. In this case, they choose a bodice of bright colors to focus attention on it, and the bottom is plain and dark. A combination of stripes will look ideal: horizontal on the bodice, and vertical on the bottoms.

Models with a V-neck and wide-spaced straps are suitable. If you choose a closed model, then a two-color color will look great - a brighter part at the top and a plain, dark part at the bottom. Closed shorts, panties with decor and horizontal stripes, and high cutouts on the hips are not suitable for such a figure.

Inverted Triangle Shape

A woman with an inverted triangle figure has the opposite task. They need to draw more attention to the bottom. You can choose a bandeau, strapless bikini, and from closed ones - a monokini with criss-cross straps; swimdress with a short skirt or a skirt that flares out from the chest area. It is better to give preference to models with a deep V-shaped or round neckline. Panties are chosen with a pattern and decorative elements, these can be ruffles, bows, ties. Bikinis should be avoided if the top is brighter than the bottom, as well as bodices with ruffles, draperies and patterns.

Rectangle shape

The rectangular appearance of the figure does not have seductive curves, so the main task of the swimsuit is to visually create them. It should highlight the chest and hips. For such a figure, both separate and one-piece styles are well suited - swimdress, maillot, halter. A one-piece swimsuit is chosen with a diagonal pattern or vertical stripes. In addition, they are chosen with a U-shaped top and deep cutouts on the swimming trunks. A one-piece monokini, as well as bikinis in bright solid colors, are perfect. A set of a bodice with thin straps and swimming trunks in the form of a skirt will help you visually change your figure. You should avoid bandeaus, tankinis and sports models, as well as models with geometric cutouts on the sides.

Apple figure

The main problem of women with “apples” is a full waist, so it is necessary to visually reduce it. One-piece swimsuits with deep necklines (maillot, tank or tankini) and slimming waistbands are perfect for this. Preference is given to a light top and dark bottom or dark colors of the entire model. The top also welcomes bright colors or a neckline. Models in light colors with decorative embellishments and horizontal stripes should be avoided.

As you can see, it is very important to choose the right swimsuit for your body type. A perfectly selected swimsuit will highlight the strengths of your figure and hide its flaws, and also give you self-confidence.

How to choose a swimsuit based on your body type? Video

Warm days are coming soon, and with them it's time for vacations. At this time, every woman wants to look irresistible, but on the beach, where you have to expose bare parts of your body to everyone, this task can be difficult. The right swimsuit, selected taking into account the features and characteristics, will help you cope with it.

Swimsuit for pear shape

A swimsuit for a pear figure should distract attention from. Models with a dark monochromatic, classic bottom and bright top will cope with this. Two-piece swimsuits with widely spaced straps, ruffles and decorative elements on the bodice will look advantageous. Models with high cutouts on panties will help to slightly narrow your hips and lengthen your legs.

A one-piece swimsuit, especially with special inserts, will help disguise a bulging tummy. When choosing similar products, you should give preference to models with a dark bottom and colored top or with contrasting vertical inserts on the sides. But it is better to avoid decorations, draperies and bright patterns in the hip area.

Swimsuit for an apple figure

The most difficult thing is to choose a swimsuit for an apple figure. Women with such shapes need to visually narrow their waist. Tankinis or one-piece swimsuits will help with this. It is better to give preference to products made of dense fabric that will support the central part of the body. Frills, draperies or ruffles in the upper and lower parts of the swimsuit will help balance the figure; dark models with light side inserts or vertical stripes will also contribute to this. If you prefer separate beach sets, give preference to products that have a bra with a V-neck and swimming trunks with a skirt.

Swimsuit for an inverted triangle figure

The main task of women with such shapes is to visually narrow the upper part and widen the hips. In this case, the correct swimsuit should consist of a dark top and a bright, attention-grabbing bottom. Models with multi-colored panties, low shorts or swimming trunks will look great. They can be with horizontal inserts or stripes, ties, draperies and other decorations. It is better to choose a plain, calm bra with wide straps across the neck, one asymmetrical strap, or a V-neck.

Swimsuit for a rectangle figure

Owners of a similar figure need to add soft curves to their body and give their appearance more femininity. One-piece swimsuits with side cutouts, asymmetrical cuts and colored inserts and divisions that highlight the waist will help you. Open swimsuits with intricate prints, horizontal stripes, draperies, voluminous details and ruffles will look good on such women.

Swimsuit for an hourglass figure

Owners of this type of figure have a proportional physique. But their chest and hips can be massive. Such women should take care not to visually add more volume to them. You should avoid products with horizontal stripes, draperies and ruffles, both in the upper and lower parts. Classic plain swimsuits and models with high panties will look good. Women with such a figure, who do not have excess volume, can afford almost any product.

Women with small breasts should choose swimsuits with a push-up effect. Strapless models with bright colored prints, frills and draperies on the top are also suitable.