The 9 Most Flattering Bathing Suits For Your Body Type

The 9 Most Flattering Bathing Suits For Your Body Type

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What do you mean you’d rather listen to nails on chalkboard than shop for a new swimsuit? Follow these guidelines for a pleasant dressing room experience or point-and-click purchasing. Read on to find the 9 best bathing suits if you have a large chest, full hips and thighs, or a straight figure, plus the best suits all-around:

If You Have a Large Bust: Option 1
Biggerbras.com
Fantasie Swim Grenada Underwire Bandeau Tankini Top
Bra sizes 34 - 38 D, DD, E, F, FF, G
Price: $96.00
Available at: Biggerbras.com
You can do strapless! With the help of supportive underwire, you can be free of straps (and tan lines) in this ocean blue bandeau top. Make sure the top is fully covering your chest to avoid any unwanted cleavage from showing.
Option 2
barenecessities.com
Fantasie: Durban One-Piece Swimsuit
Bra sizes 34-38 D, DD, E, F, FF
Price: $125
Available at: Barenecessities.com
Cool tropical prints are a major trend for summer ( ask Marc Jacobs) and this sultry red and metallic floral mix is just right. With built-in molded cups, adjustable stretch straps, and XRTA LIFE LYCRA, you’ll be swimming in this suit season after season.
Option 3
miraclesuit.com
Magicsuit One-Piece Swimsuit Solid Lisa
Sizes 10-14
Price: $148
Available at: Miraclesuit.com
A high neckline that fully covers the width of your chest is a stylish break from the traditional swimsuit. Shirring drapes across the top add beauty, and also distract the eye.
If You Have Full Hips/Thighs: Option 1
landsend.com
Women's Regular Slender Floral Tunic One Piece Swimsuit
Price: $129
Available at: Landsend.com
A solid dark color on the bottom and a colorful print on top is a smart way to lure one’s eye to your nipped in waistline. The secret is keeping the pattern above your hips!
Option 2
macys.com
Becca ETC Plus Size One-Shoulder Ruffle One-Piece Swimdress
Price: $158 (On sale for $55.30 - 4/28/14)
Available at: Macys.com
Swim dresses offer foolproof full coverage, but to avoid looking matronly, choose one with flair. This chic swim dress is a bright solution for a playful yet modest beach look.
Option 3
magicsuit.com
Merona Women's Halter One-Piece
Price: $34.99
Available at: Target.com
For some fun in the sun, sport suit that's patterned in the center with plain black on the sides. The black silhouette creates a slimming illusion.
If You Have a Straight Figure: Option 1
oldnavy.com
Women's Scoop V-Neck Swimsuit
Price: $29.94
Available at Oldnavy.com
A sweet ruffle along the bustline and small keyhole detail create curves on top, while the classic cut of this black suit flatters all shapes. An adjustable back strap ensures a fit just right for your body.
Option 2
macys.com
La Blanca Printed Tankini Top
Price: $85 (Bottoms $47)
Available at: Macys.com
This cute mixed-print tankini is complete with a ruched mid-section, defining an hourglass silhouette. The sweetheart neckline complements a smaller bust line.
Option 3
amazon.com
La Blanca Ibiza Twist Underwire Cup Mio
Price: $129
Available at Amazon.com
The deep-v neckline does your chest justice, while the twist of fabric underneath creates a waistline. Plus, global prints are a major trend for summer – pair this vibrantly hued suit with a straw sun hat to complete the look!

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