Tips to finding the perfect swimsuit for your body
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Most women enjoy shopping ... except if it's for a new swimsuit. Shopping for swimwear can be frustrating unless you have a Barbie-like figure. Don't be discouraged! A flattering swimsuit does exist! Nearly every woman fits into one of five body types -- inverted triangle, triangle, athletic, hourglass, or apple. Knowing your body's shape will make it fun and easy to become well-suited. Inverted Triangle Shape: The inverted triangle shape has shoulders broader than the waistline and hips. For a figure-flattering fit, choose a swimsuit with a high-cut neckline or halter-style top. The high-cut neckline will minimize your shoulders, and emphasize your sexy bottom. Halter-style tops have a slimming effect on broader shoulders. Try a suit that draws the eye toward those slim hips and that tight tush. Triangle Shape: The triangle body type has a wider waistline than shoulders, with rounded hips and bottom. One-piece boatneck, racerback and tummy-control swimsuits visibly create the illusion of broader shoulders for a more-balanced figure. If you prefer a two-piece suit, halter-style tops with darker bottoms are a great choice. Try a skirtini (combination bikini bottom with an attached skirt) to conceal and divert attention away from a too-round bottom – let’s keep the attention on that beautiful face of yours! Athletic Shape: The athletic shape is long and lean (you foxy thing!) with the same width at the shoulders, waistline and hips. To produce curves and give the appearance of a waist, you’ll want a swimsuit that creates the look of a defined waistline. Try a belted bottom. Hourglass Shape: The hourglass shape is considered to be the perfect body shape – hear that? You’re perfect. Hips and shoulders are balanced with a defined waistline. You can wear any style of swimsuit! Try something that will show off your feminine curves. Ooh, dangerous curves ahead! Apple Shape: The apple body shape usually has a fuller bust and a less-defined waistline, with more narrow shoulders and thighs. Choose a swimsuit that draws attention away from the midriff and tummy area – and flatters your slim thighs and sexy shoulders. Try one-piece suits or tankinis with a dark-colored, solid lower half and a printed top. For extra tummy camouflaging, try a suit that has ruching, or gathering at the waist. A lot of women are concerned about finding the proper fitting top, depending on if they're small up top or more well-endowed. Below are tips for both a small bust and a large bust. Small Bust: Enhance a small chest with a lightly padded halter top or a demi cut with an underwire. Also, try suits that offer texture, like ruffles or smocking. Hey you – YOU’RE HOT! Large Bust: Make sure you get a suit that will support the girls! Look for a top that has a soft cup bra lining or an underwire bra. Banded halter tops offer great support. Minimize a full chest with a dark, monochromatic bodice that has a high or square-cut neck, or try crossover styling. Sexy Legs & Shoulders: If you have toned legs and sexy shoulders, flaunt them in a string bikini, bandeau top, or a sexy monokini – meeeeow! You’ll set the beach on fire in this style! Once you figure out which body shape you have, it's easy to find a swimsuit to flatter your figure. Visit www.wellsuitedswimwear.com to see the suits that are recommended for your body type. It won't be long before you start to enjoy shopping for a swimsuit and feel confident that you are truly "well-suited". |
About the Author
Kara Cook is the founder of Well Suited, an online store that specializes in swimwear for all body types, www.wellsuitedswimwear.com. She believes that all women can find a flattering, perfect-fitting suit.
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