Best Types of Swimwear for Your Body Type Summer 2021

Posted by Rayanne on April 27th, 2021

After a year of sheltering in place and limited to no time with friends and loved ones, you may be excited to attend public outings again. Though you may be exercising some caution when it comes to your summer soirees, you'll still want to make sure you look great in your swimwear, no matter which styles you prefer. Here are a few pointers to keep in mind when you're shopping for the best swimwear to flatter your body type.

Ruched One-Piece

A touched one-piece bathing suit is ideal for tall, curvy body types. If you want to hide imperfections in your midsection and make sure the focus is on your arms and decolletage, this is the swimsuit for you. A swimsuit in a pattern like polka dots or animal print does an even better job of taking the focus away from your tummy area. Or, you can choose a swimsuit in a jewel tone or neon color, which is on-trend for the summer season. These swimsuits are also available in styles that cover the top of the thighs to hide even more imperfections and give you a boost of confidence at the beach.

Board Short Bottoms or Skirts

If you want to wear a bikini but a string bikini isn't your style, Maxine swimwear offers board short bikinis or skirts that are stylish and a little more modest. Board short bottoms are best for women with small hips and thighs who want to give the illusion of a fuller figure. A floral or stripe pattern makes this type of bathing suit especially appealing since the pattern could make the bottom half of your body look a little larger to balance out the top part of your figure. The bottoms cover a little more than the average bikini so you don't have to wear a sarong when you're enjoying beach time with friends and family.

Side Cut-Out

The side cutout is perfect for slender body types and short torsos. If you want to appear taller and bring more attention to your stomach to give the illusion of more defined hips, try a one-piece with a single cutout on the side. If you prefer a two-piece, you can choose a bathing suit with a cutout just below the cleavage to make the top half of your body appear fuller. A large floral or tropical pattern can help you look even curvier.

Plunging Neckline

If you have a pear shape, you may want a bathing suit that showcases the top of your body and brings attention away from your thighs and hips. A plunging neckline that reaches down to the navel will definitely make your chest area more noticeable. A swimsuit in this style in a solid color like black or navy will make you look slimmer as well.

Cutout and Bandeau Bathing Suits

Swimsuits with cutouts or bandeau tops are ideal for athletic body types. These swimsuits make you appear curvier. Bandeau tops cover the top of the bust while leaving the bottom of the bust slightly exposed to make your cleavage look fuller. If you want to give the appearance of a more voluptuous figure, these swimsuits are the way to go. You can also wear swimsuits with cutouts if you have a petite build and want to appear slightly taller. Cutouts in the abdomen are or a pronounced cutout in the middle of the swimsuit can make your legs or torso look longer.

High-Cut Bathing Suits

If you want your legs to look longer while taking some of the attention off of the top half of your body, a high-cut one-piece bathing suit is a great choice. This type of swimsuit gives you a more slender silhouette and is inspired by many of the swimsuit models you admired in the 1990s. Since this is a one-piece, your torso will be covered, which may be the look you prefer when you're relaxing poolside. Don’t be afraid to try something new! You can buy a high-cut bathing suit or try one on before deciding that it isn’t a style for you. You might be surprised about how many swimsuit styles look great on you!

Conclusion

Regardless of your body type, you can find a stylish swimsuit that flatters your figure and makes you feel you're best at an upcoming beach outing or poolside barbecue with friends. Since you've likely been waiting for a while to be outdoors again, you can make the summer even more special with a swimsuit or two that fits you just right.