Sunday, June 12, 2011

Find the Swimsuit for Your Body Type!
























Whether you’re curvy, pear shaped, or stick-thin, there is a bathing suit style out there to make you look fabulous! By accentuating your assets and disguising or drawing attention away from those body parts that make you feel uncomfortable, you’ll be ready to flaunt some skin on the beach or by the pool. So stop hiding, and start showing off that body of yours!


a. Nordstrom La Blanca Ruffled One Piece in coral
b. Nordstrom Seafolly Halter Top & Bikini Bottom

Swimwear for the Inverted Triangle Shaped Woman

Ladies, if you have a large chest, wide shoulders, and a smaller bottom, chances are that you have an inverted triangle shape. When bikini shopping for this shape, avoid bandeau tops; this top won’t provide enough bust support. Instead go for a halter-top that has a strong underwire and thick straps in order to keep everything in place. When it comes to bottoms, buy one that has ruffles to add curves on bottom. This will balance out your shape. And like the pear-shaped woman, go for bikinis that are sold separately; you’ll need a smaller bottom and a bigger top.























a. Mod Cloth Bathing Beauty Two Piece in Red
b. dELiAs Halter & Dolphin Short

Swimwear for Round Shaped Women

Round shaped women have narrow shoulders, thin legs, and carry most of their weight on their stomach. One piece swimwear is gaining popularity, yet it’s a classic, and it’s a great way to feel comfortable in a swimsuit if you struggle with your tummy. Some people allege that classic-cut one pieces, like the one pictured below, is flattering on all body types. When choosing colors, black is slimming and thus your best friend.






















a. Modcloth Motor Lodge Lovely One Piece Plus Size
b. Modcloth Beach Blanket Bingo One Piece Plus Size

Swimsuit for the Rectangle-Shaped Woman

Women with a straight figure have the challenge of creating a curvier look. Go for swimsuits that have a padded top to create the appearance of having a bustier top section. And look for bold patterns! Patterns such as floral or zebra print will force the eyes to curve as they follow the pattern, adding curves to your body. Having a striped bathing suit (with horizontal stripes) will add the appearance of curves, as well. And overall, if you have a rectangular shape, you really can’t go wrong with a bathing that has ruffles. The ruffles will add volume to your top and bottom area, and voila! Instant curves.


a. Nordstrom MICHAEL Michael Kors Bikini Top & Bottom
b. Newport News Rose Print Bandeau and Side Tie Bikini Bottom

Swimwear for Hourglass Shaped Woman

Women with an hourglass shape are said to have the perfect womanly form. Your upper half and lower half are in proportion to each other and you have a small waist. However, many hourglass shaped women fear that they may be too curvy. So to draw attention away from your assets, keep the focus on your legs by wearing a swimsuit bottom that is cut high on the sides. This will make your legs look longer and leaner. And like all women who are busty on top, it is crucial that you find a top that has a lot of support.


a. Newport News Metallic One-Piece Swimsuit
b. REISS Papillon Gauged Swimsuit in Khaki

Whatever your shape may be, rest assured that there is a bikini out there for you. But overall, when wearing an itty-bitty bathing suit, the number one thing to wear is confidence. So go confidently to the beach ladies and show off just how great you look and feel!

Courtesy: Fashion Network Seattle

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